The other day, Gareth pointed to Kevin Kelly’s review of our Chemistry book “The Illustrated Guide to Home Chemistry Experiments,” and we’ve been watching the popularity of the book rise as more people find out about it. Of course, we’re happy that people are buying the book, but we’re thrilled that people are so interested […]
We had a great time last Tuesday at the Stitch N’ Pitch game with the SF Giants. Tina, Arwen, and I worked the CRAFT table before the game getting a chance to talk to all you fabulous crafters. During the 5th inning, SF Giants’ mascot Lou Seal was joined by his mom (pictured above) who […]
Whorange posted some great vintage photos from the book Pop-Topping! of pull-tab fashions. From the pages of CRAFT: 03: “Pull-Tab Crochet,” by the designers of Escama, pgs 118-119. Preview the article now in our Digital Edition. Subscribe to CRAFT Magazine Craftzine readers can now get $5 off a yearly subscription by entering the code MCRAFT. […]
Here is an environmentally friendly mode of transportation. Although I wouldn’t use it to commute to work! This looks like a fun project to make with your kids. All you need is some PVC pipe, duct tape, and a large piece of plastic. Oh, and a bit of wind! Read more about making your own […]
Steve sent in his latest project, the RoboStool. It uses a Parallax Propeller chip, and motor mount kit, to navigate in 3 different ways. It can use a “beacon” mode to navigate or be controlled via a universal remote. It can even be put in “follow” mode, which uses thermal sensing to follow the user […]
Here’s a round up of just some of the home automation projects, kits and more found on MAKE! If you do home automation, post what you’ve made, used or bought in the comments! You could make your own “proximity based power system”… Make – Volume 08 – Smart HVAC (Page 140). MIDAS: Homemade Dorm Room […]
CasaSugar has a tutorial on DIY dryer balls a great alternative to chemical cleaning solutions. Who knew that all you needed were crafty supplies you have around your house like yarn!
