Using a custom RjDj patch to control an Arduino. Made possible via the “netsend” and “netreceive” objects in PD, which are also usable in RjDj. The interface with the Arduino is made through the Firmata firmware in combination with the PDuino library.
Steam Boat Willy has an amazingly detailed account of the technical details on this human powered hovercraft. Via MITers
Garth Johnson and Jeanee Ledoux have paired up to bring you an instructional DVD of eco-friendly craft projects called Re-Construct. The DVD format is really fresh, and watching Garth and Jeanee is captivating and quite relaxing at the same time. They are both talented artists whose unique personalities come through, complement one another, and keep things interesting. Their tone and format is so natural and casual it feels like they’re hanging out in your living room teaching you how to make cool green crafts.
Earth Brooch Silver is a piece of jewelry made from a custom-selected piece of topography, 3D printed in wax and then cast in silver. Via Core77.
Thanks to everyone who entered our Crafty Chica Challenge to glitter & embellish your own beach tote! Here are the winners and their entries picked by Crafty Chica herself. Congratulations! Grand Prize Winner: El Sol Del Valle/ The Valley Sun by wisdmone Runners Up: Craft or Die by Crafterella Serena Beach Tote by Terra Maya […]
I’m still giddy over Sew, Mama, Sew!’s hand-sewing month, and today’s tutorial just adds to the fun. Melissa from Checkout Girl and Little Pink House shows how to create this sweet wool felt applique house and flowers in an embroidery hoop frame.
This “messy” tablecloth features pre-spilled wine and other evidenced of a raucous dinner party. Via MAKE on Twitter.
