Winter Wonders: Maker Faire Oslo
Scandinavia’s first Maker Faire, Maker Faire Oslo, is set for Jan. 18-19.
Month: January 2014
Belkin Opens WeMo Platform to Makers
Belkin’s WeMo platform of connected home products is growing to include a hacker-friendly module called the WeMo Maker. Announced this week at International CES 2014, the device allows you to switch up to 36 volts DC or take readings from 5 volt analog sensors. All of this can done remotely through the Internet with Belkin’s app […]
How-To: Simple Knit Elbow Patches
Reinforce, mend, or just add a custom pop of color to your favorite sweaters with this simple knit elbow patches tutorial!
Getting Started with Breadboarding
Using a solderless breadboard is an important skill for hobby electronics. Nick Raymond explained the ins and outs of breadboards and how to use them at several sessions at Maker Faire NYC.
This Seeker Bot Will Head Towards the Brightest SunBEAM
BEAM is an acronym for Biology, Electronics, Aesthetics, Mechanics. This episode of Weekend Projects will show you how to assemble a light-seeking bot built around a simple analog circuit in combination with pairs of infrared phototransistors, motors, and battery packs.
Recipe: Chamomile Hot Toddy
Ward off the winter and have yourself a soothing nightcap, sans caffeine, with this wonderful chamomile hot toddy concocted by Honestly Yum.
Pre-Washing Your Fabric: Pros and Cons
Ask any sewing or quilting enthusiast if you *really* need to pre-wash your fabric and, pro or con, you’re sure to get an impassioned speech.
