As a fashion designer and ham radio operator, I come from a variety of backgrounds. This gift guide includes some trusty favorites, some of my most inspirational resources, and the new products that I am most excited about. Party Flavors: Gingerbread Martini Jelly Shots, You, Price: Made with love Part of the gift giving season […]
We asked one of our favorite kid makers, Super Awesome Sylvia (and her super awesome dad, James) to put together a collection of gift ideas that were tops on Sylvia’s list. Here’s the video and guide they sent us. Thanks, guys! —Gareth Subscribe to the MAKE Podcast in iTunes, download the m4v video directly, or […]
Wow, where does the time go? The book will soon close on the first decade of the millennium, so let’s take a moment and contemplate life’s pace and direction. If your first read of the 21st century seemed a little humdrum, fear not! “The secret of reaping the greatest enjoyment from life,” Friedrich Nietzsche famously […]
Know someone that is interested in photography? Or a tinkerer who wants to present his or her work in a better light? Then we have a guide for you! Here are some project and gear recommendations to help you find the perfect present. Build a Stroboscope, Make: Projects, Free! The stroboscope is a super simple […]
Whether total beginner or seasoned pro, there’s one thing that all electronics enthusiasts need to do their work: the right tools! Here are some of my favorites for the circuit tinkerers on your gift list. Extech EX330 multimeter, Extech, $55 A multimeter is one of the basic tools that you’ll depend on, so it makes […]
Jeff Potter is the author of one of our favorite new books around here, O’Reilly’s best-selling Cooking for Geeks: Real Science, Great Hacks, and Good Food. We asked Jeff to put together a collection of some of his favorite cooking gear that he thought other geek cooks might appreciate. Bon appegeek! —Gareth I jokingly […]
Foot pedal photo setup, DIY, video from Adafruit (uses Boarduino available in the Maker Shed) Ladyada uses a foot pedal to trigger her Nikon camera so she can easily take pictures that feature her two hands busy makin’ stuff. Eye-Fi card, $50-$100 These nifty gadgets replace your standard SD memory and pack in some tiny […]
