La Machine Preps Their Giant, Fantastical Creatures for Ottawa’s Birthday Celebration
Kumo, the giant spider, and Long Ma, the gorgeous dragon-horse, come alive this weekend to invade Ottawa, Canada.
Metalworking
Whether you are creating intricate jewelry or repairs on large machinery and vehicles, metalworking can help make your projects come to life. But it’s not enough to just have the right equipment; knowing a few tips and tricks of the trade will take your creations to the next level! In this blog post, we’ll be discussing some essential metalworking tips that all makers should know in order to perfect their craft.
Maker Spotlight: Tangtang “CTT” Cai
Meet Tangtang “CTT” Cai, a weapons maker who got his start when his parents decided he didn’t need toys, and he had to make his own.
MegaBet: Inside MegaBot’s Journey to Launch a Giant Combat Robot League
The creators of MegaBots’ Mk.III, a $2.5 million dollar fighting robot, hope it will kick off a new form of live entertainment.
Hand-Cutting and Fire-Hardening Steel Files Using Ancient Techniques
Making a set of files just like the ancients, from mild, case-hardened steel.
Transforming a Propane Tank into a VW Bus Inspired Fire Pit
Greg McFarlane transformed a propane tank and random sheets of metal into a fire pit that looks like a Volkswagen Microbus.
Coins Become a Canvas for This Intricate Carver
Shaun Hughes engraves coins with intricate and beautiful designs. His designs run from whimsical to intricate patterns and scroll engravings.
This Supercharged Tricycle Uses an Upcycled Chainsaw Motor
Dustin Sloan and Trenton Charlson made a chainsaw-powered tricycle and motorized Little Tikes car and use them to charge around campus.