Woodworking Projects, How-Tos and More

Turning a Realistic Harry Potter Wand on a Wood Lathe

Andrew Terranova is an electrical engineer, writer and author of How Things Are Made: From Automobiles to Zippers. Andrew is also an electronics and robotics enthusiast and has created and curated robotics exhibits for the Children's Museum of Somerset County, NJ and taught robotics classes for the Kaleidoscope Enrichment in Blairstown, NJ and for a public primary school. Andrew is always looking for ways to engage makers and educators.

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September 13th, 2017September 12th, 2017

Don’t be afraid to try new things. A magic wand, from Harry Potter, is a good starter project for using a wood lathe.

This Week in Making: Teach Kids to Create, Capture a GIF with a Polaroid, and More

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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September 3rd, 2017September 5th, 2017

This week, cheer for kids to work through their mistakes, get your own custom laser engravings, or capture a GIF with a polaroid camera.

This Tiny Wooden Word Clock Can Be Worn as a Watch

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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September 2nd, 2017September 1st, 2017

Recent Harvard grad Harnek Gulati built a wooden word clock that is small enough to be worn as a wristwatch.

Maker Pro News: Hiring for Hardware, Bespoke Robots, and More

By DC Denison

DC Denison

DC Denison is the co-editor of The Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection of makers and business. That means hardware startups, new products, and market trends.

DC manages customer stories at Acquia, the digital experience company.

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By Jon Christian

Jon Christian

Jon Christian is the co-editor of the Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection between makers and business. He's also written for the Boston Globe, WIRED and The Atlantic.

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August 28th, 2017August 25th, 2017

Despite appearances, the maker movement and hardware manufacturers are not on opposing sides. These maker pros prove as much.

Maker Spotlight: Jason Childress

By Sophia Smith

Sophia Smith

Sophia is the managing editor of the Make: blog. When she’s not greasing editorial gears, she likes to run, ride, climb, and lift things, and make lo-tech goods like zines, desserts, and altered clothing. @sophiuhcamille

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August 24th, 2017August 23rd, 2017

Jason Childress is a perfectionist whose attention to detail is seen in his woodworking. He’s eager to attend Seattle Mini Maker Faire.

A Two-Ton Turbo Diesel Hexapod Will Roam Maker Faire Hannover

By Goli Mohammadi

Goli Mohammadi

I'm a word nerd who loves to geek out on how emerging technology affects the lexicon. I was an editor on the first 40 volumes of MAKE, and I love shining light on the incredible makers in our community. In particular, covering art is my passion — after all, art is the first thing most of us ever made. When not fawning over perfect word choices, I can be found on the nearest mountain, looking for untouched powder fields and ideal alpine lakes.

Contact me at snowgoli@gmail.com or via @snowgoli.

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August 22nd, 2017August 21st, 2017

At Maker Faire Hannover, you could be walking along, checking out the sights, and be approached by the largest hexapod robot in the world.