The Beauty of Making a Pen
This video makes me want to play on the lathe! Alexandre Chappel’s video shows him milling his own ball-point pen out of steel, brass, and aluminum.
Year: 2013
Learning to Hack Fireworks with the WPA
Founded in 1989 by a handful of dedicated “pyros,” the Western Pyrotechnics Association is a west-coast answer to the older Pyrotechnics Guild International (PGI) and other fireworks enthusiast and advocacy groups. The WPA works with hobbyists and professionals to promote fireworks safety, educate about the science and art of fireworks display, and to entertain the public.
Maker Scouts: Tell Stories
For young makers, making is more than learning how to use a particular tool or a technique. It’s experiencing the power of a material, technology, or tool as a language of self expression. It’s PLAYING with different languages and experiencing the magic of connections that is made when what you have made makes someone laugh, cry, or wonder.
How-To: Stitched Photo Art
Transform your favorite photos into wall-ready works of art! Add color and texture to your beloved snapshots with this stitched photo art tutorial.
How-To: Octagon Quilt Block Tote
Try your hand at English paper piecing with this beginner-friendly octagon quilt block tote tutorial!
Sparki: My New Favorite Robot
Arcbotics, makers of Hexy the Hexapod, have an amazing two-wheel robot in the works. Check it out and get one for yourself.
How-To: DIY Lighted Constellation Wall Art
Add a bit of starry, twinkly awesomeness to your home decor with this DIY lighted constellation wall art video tutorial!