DIY science is the perfect way to use your creative skills and learn something new. With the right supplies, some determination, and a curious mind, you can create amazing experiments that open up a whole world of possibilities. At home-made laboratories or tech workshops, makers from all backgrounds can explore new ideas by finding ways to study their environment in novel ways – allowing them to make breathtaking discoveries!
While this no-weld rail bike conversion looks like it would be unsafe at any speed, it does look like a ton of fun (isn’t that always the case?). Something like this could make the hidden corridors and seldom used easements instantly accessible to folks crazy enough to ride it.
The Power Racing Series (PPPRS), where grown men and women ride around on souped up toy cars (like the pink Power Wheels Jeep shown above) is gearing up for another season. The phenomenon, mostly centered around the Midwestern U.S. hackerspace scene, has been around since 2009 and seen an impressive growth every year since then. […]
Some nice detailed build notes from Nori Lamphere, describing her styrofoam concrete wall construction method, including a specific mix formula and mixing directions.
Ok, I promise it’s my last post about this! If you want to see the upcycled bows in action, check out this video over on Martha Stewart’s website. The Martha Stewart Show (Hallmark Channel, 10 AM ET/9 AM C – same day encore airing, 2 PM ET/next day airing, 1 PM ET).
The winners from Road to Maker Faire Challenge are announced! Look for the winning project next month at Maker Faire Bay Area.
DIY bone-conduction helmet restorer’s maker’s hearing in one ear.
Kathie from Two Frog Home has a good idea for re-using the lids from canning jars once you’re done using them – turn them into garden markers. Check out her post to see how she did it. How did you spend Earth Day yesterday? More: Wine Bottles as Garden Markers @Craftzine.com blog poon Garden Markers […]
