Month: December 2013

This modern geometric wreath is incredibly rad. Make it a modern holiday moment or have it up all year round. Via Vintage Revivals.

In this episode of DiResta, Jimmy builds a beautiful wooden box to hold his many curios.

There’s something about cardboard that inspires creativity in people of all ages. I enjoyed seeing the many ways cardboard was used at Maker Faire this year, from DIY.org’s Cardboard Village to the delightful walking cardboard sculptures by Kinetic Creatures. You can get your very own Kinetic Creature kit in the Maker Shed — it makes a lovely holiday gift!

Cubelets are magnetic robot building blocks that snap together and don’t require any programming, making it easy for anyone to build their own robotic creation. What could be more fun? How about making Cubelets work with building sets you already own?

UK-based maker Dave Hax shares his template and instructions on how to make this playful toy truck using 12 cans, 11 plastic bottle tops, 4 kabob skewers, super glue, a knife, and scissors.

If you’re in New York City this weekend and you’re looking for some crafty action, or just wanna cross the rest of the names off your shopping list, then be sure to stop by the Bust Magazine Holiday Craftacular and Food Fair in Chelsea.