Open Source Electronic Derailleur
Nabil Tewolde of Markham, ON, created an instructable on how to build your own electronic derailleur as part of his bike computer project. Code, BOM, and schematics on Github.
Month: June 2012
How-To: Wooden Bead Chandelier
Give your decorative lighting a beach-y summertime makeover with this wooden bead chandelier tutorial from Jen at Tatertots and Jello! More: Birdcage Chandelier @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Transform a Chandelier @Craftzine.com blog Test Tube Chandelier @Craftzine.com blog
Lego Circuit Board
It’s the little details I really like, here; especially the “socket header” on the back edge made by installing a regular 1×8 black brick in an unusual studs-down position.
Maker Faire Detroit Call to Makers Extended
If you were wishing you’d applied to be a maker at Maker Faire Detroit next month, fear not! The deadline has been extended until 5 p.m. on June 15. Check out the faire’s website to apply and learn more.
Sequined Starburst Mirror
MeiJo’s Joy do a sparkly spin on the starburst mirror with this one made out of upcycled toilet paper rolls, a lid, and sequins.
Soapbox: Microsoft, Make Windows 8 More Maker Friendly
This week’s Soapbox is a little different. At Maker Faire I got a chance to meet a lot of people that I’ve only known via mailing lists or their work; one of them was Paul Stoffregen from PJRC. He’s the designer and developer behind the Teensy, one of my favorite USB-based microcontroller development systems. While […]
Etsy Wedding How-Tos
Wishing for a handmade wedding but a bit intimidated on where to begin? Check out Etsy’s wedding section, featuring everything from vendors to how-to project ideas, like this heirloom table runner from Elizabeth Duvivier.