Immediately Evaporating Argon Ice
Watch a video showing how quickly the chemical element Argon (Ar, 18) turns from solid to gas, in this experiment conducted by Andrew Marmery from The Royal Institution in London.
Year: 2013
Weekend Fun: Five Sure-Fire DIY Projects for Kids From WBGH’s Design Squad
This past week I hosted a Google+ hangout on air with members of WGBH Boston’s “design squad nation.” The hangout featured easy-to-build projects ideal for birthday parties or regular weekend fun and included making an air cannon, a two-wheeled balloon car, and an indoor slingshot.
8 Projects Your Pets Need You to Make
From the classic VCR Cat Feeder to the Fetch-O-Matic and the Kitty Twitty, here are 8 fun weekend projects to make for your favorite canine or feline.
MAKE Honored by the City of San Mateo, Home to Maker Faire Bay Area
Last night MAKE’s Maker-in-Chief Sherry Huss accepted the San Mateo Mayor’s award from Mayor David Lim. Mayor Lim had kind things to say about Maker Faire and its impact on the Bay Area community and beyond. He shared a story about taking his 7-year-old daughter to Maker Faire and how important it is to her. Maker Faire also received recognition from Congresswoman Jackie Speier Congresswoman Jackie Speier, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, and both houses of the state legislature. Thanks! Congratulations to the Maker Faire Team and makers everywhere.
Simple Valentine’s Day Garland
Valentine’s Day decorations don’t have to be complicated to make when you need something fast.
Ultimate Arduino Microcontroller Pack: Last Chance to Save $30!
Still haven’t picked up an Ultimate Arduino Microcontroller Pack? Sunday at Midnight PST is your last chance to save $30 on this kit, the equivalent for getting an Arduino FREE!
La La Love You Pillow
I love The Pixies ALMOST as much as I love my husband, so maybe I should make this great pillow by Make Life Lovely for him.
