FlockBots, created back in 2005, were the product of the Evolutionary Computation Laboratory at George Mason University. The concept was to create an open-hardware reference platform for small, sub $800 robots that could be used in education and swarm research. I was noticing this afternoon that the project’s wiki doesn’t seem like it’s been updated […]
Just one more party announcement, this time at Etsy Labs in Brooklyn. Simply rsvp to rsvp@etsy.com if you wish to attend this Saturday night. Oh, and wear a costume. There’s lots of stuff in store. You are sure to have fun! Etsy Halloween party – Link.
Rob Sullivan, with another timely Halloween announcement, tells us about the AMNH bash: The Museum is having its 12th annual “Spooktacular Halloween celebration” Wednesday October 31st from 4 to 7 PM. You will be greeted by characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Clifford the Big Red Dog and more as you wander the halls of […]
Rob Sullivan, our special DIY Halloween correspondent, reminds us of an event this weekend: Don’t forget: the Instructables Halloween Costume Ball is this weekend! The festivities commence at 6:30pm on Saturday, October 27. Bring your friends, family, costumes, snacks, and enthusiasm- we’ll supply the fabulous venue, music, more snacks, roof deck, and skyline view of […]
Mike Giles at Cool Hunting writes: With no set up charges, a user-friendly interface and the option for single units and short-runs it seems they’ve mastered the art of on-demand printing. Using a “Direct to garment” printing method, in which graphics are literally printed directly onto the tees, Bountee offers unlimited numbers of colors, gradient […]
This week’s CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the Heartfelt Toaster Cozy, a pattern excerpt from the new book, Material World: Home Decor Projects for the Fabric Obsessed by Cat Wei. (You can get it for just $13.59 on Amazon too!) This fun pattern is easy to sew up in felt to create the rainbow and heart […]
Heidi at My Paper Crane is dressing as a pincushion for this Halloween. How adorable! – Link.
