How to Age and Distress Wood
A few quick video primers on how to weather, age, and beat up wood for an antique look.
Woodworking
Crafting wood can be a complex and rewarding task, but often times beginners may find themselves frustrated with their results. But no matter where you are in your woodworking journey, there are always tips and tricks that can help you create something beautiful – without breaking the bank. We’re going to look at woodworking tips and tricks for makers of all skill levels so even if you feel like it’s too overwhelming to attempt your own project, we’ll provide some guidance so don’t give up just yet!
This Week in Making: Combat Arthropod, DIY Standing Desk, and Maker Share
This week, check out these combat ready robots, build your own standing desk, and create your Maker Share account (if you haven’t already).
Turning a Realistic Harry Potter Wand on a Wood Lathe
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
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
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
Despite appearances, the maker movement and hardware manufacturers are not on opposing sides. These maker pros prove as much.
Maker Spotlight: Jason Childress
Jason Childress is a perfectionist whose attention to detail is seen in his woodworking. He’s eager to attend Seattle Mini Maker Faire.
