How-To: Nellie Bly Smoker
Food prepared in a smoker is always a treat, so building a backyard smoker is a perfect project for those who love to combine making things and eating things.
Month: December 2012
Logic Gates Modeled With Dominos
Nick Poole of SparkFun describes logic gates using dominos, with a standing domino equalling 0 (false) and a laying down domino being a 1 (true).
DIY Rorschach Ink Blot Placemats
What do you get a psychology professor for Christmas?
DiResta: Hatchet
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy has his way with an old hatchet and transforms it into a sweet little showpiece
Holiday Gift Guide 2012: Science, Tech, Engineering & Math (STEM) Toys for Kids
People give all manner of toys as gifts during the holidays. Some are big hits, others flop. I think the best ones are fun and stimulating while at the same time teaching a skill or concept. In that spirit, here are some toys that fall under the broad umbrella of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).
How an Architect Uses a 3D Printer
I took some time to talk to Marcele Godoy about how she uses 3D printing in the context of being an architect.
Shout Out Louds Release Record Made of Ice
Swedish band Shout Out Louds have released a recorded made of ice!