Learning the ropes with electronics hardware can be full of little ‘gotchas’ – but don’t be discouraged! Steve writes – One of the most common pieces of circuit bending hardware is the single-position-dual-throw (SPDT) switch. I recently ran into a wiring problem and made an illustrated post on how I figured out the solution and […]
Fibers artist Mindy Sue Meyers is having her ASU graduate thesis show opening next Monday, and if you’re in the area, there’s no excuse not to be there. She creates delicious soft sweets and skillfully crafted domesticities like aprons and faux-foods. I’ll be going and taking pictures to share after the opening. Mindy writes: In […]
Make and Takes posts this clever idea for a fun book you can make with your kids. Have your kids run around the house taking 3 pictures each of 3 different things–each in the same color family. Then you can slip the photos into a photo album, turning the pics into an educational book that […]
Hannah tells us how she made these adorable and festive felt gingerbread hearts. She was inspired by the traditional Gerban Oktoberfest treat of lebkuchenherzen. The red hearts were inspired by Hungarian honey cakes. So sweet!
Maker Faire is obviously fun for everyone, but Girl Scouts will have a few opportunities to get even more out of the weekend family-friendly event that celebrates the DIY mindset. They can work towards all kinds of Try-Its, badges and more, and they can attend the Faire with discounted tickets. ($5 per girl, $10 per […]
Laura of Paint in My Hair transforms an ordinary plastic crate into a stunning fabric one in her undercover crate tutorial.
The {NewNew} York Street Team turns it’s focus to your DIY house or apartment. Here, cakehouse.etsy.com shows us how to recycle a an old towel into a snazzy bath mat. Thanks Kimm!
