How-To: Paper Towel Tube Yarn Winder
For those with excess yarn and paper towel tubes, youtube user fiberjira created this tutorial video for creating an ingenious DIY yarn winder that winds the yarn onto paper towel tubes.
Month: January 2013
Learn a New Skill in the New Year – Getting Started with Soldering
Soldering is one of the the most useful skills in a maker’s arsenal. If you’re looking to learn to solder or perhaps brush up on your skills, consider checking out our Getting Started with Soldering Kit in the Maker Shed. It has just about everything you need to get soldering all in one box.
How-To: Paperclay Bust Jewelry Display
Project photos or craft fair booths in need of a little visual enhancement? Dress up those lackluster displays with a vintage-inspired paperclay bust jewelry display!
How-To: Accordion Thank You Card
Did you get great gifts this holiday season? Send a bright, bold message of thanks to your loved ones with an accordion thank you card!
Downton Abbey-Inspired Headband
Yep, I was definitely watching the season three “Downton Abbey” opener last night, just as many of you did, I’ll bet.
Toolsday Hangout on Air, Live and Online Tomorrow at 2pm PST/5pm EST
Tomorrow is Toolsday here at MAKE, so you know what that means – a live Google+ hangout where we will be discussing our favorite tools and workspace essentials. The main topic of the hangout will be part finishing. We’ll discuss the tools and techniques required to protect and decorate your part with paint, varnish, anodizing, powder coating and more. Join us at 2pm PST/5 pm EST on the MAKE Google+ page or catch it later on the MAKE YouTube page.
Party Animals
These party animals by Oh Happy Day are fun for kids and adults alike. Quick, easy, and festive-as-all-get-out for any occasion!