Making Things Talk author Tom Igoe will be presenting a workshop at ETech 2008 using one of the projects from the book: a networkable pong game controller: Making Things Talk, the new book by Tom Igoe, shows you how to build devices that can talk to each other (and to other devices) over a network. […]
This Wednesday (7 PM – 9 PM ET) is the January meeting of Dorkbot DC and the inaugural meeting of Make: DC, a new project building group inspired by MAKE magazine. We will likely be holding several joint Dorkbot DC and Make: DC events throughout the coming year. During this first joint meeting, we’ll be […]
From the CRAFT Flickr pool comes Cafe Fernando’s beaded robot plush. I love the mix of rough-looking wool fabric (which came from IKEA pillows) and shiny semi-precious beads from Grand Bazaar Istanbul). Such great detail work! More pix at the source. Link.
Jeff writes in – This CookTek “Incogneeto” cook top was displayed at NAFM in late 2007. It’s capable of heating to 190 deg F through any sort of counter top (granite, composite etc) without causing damage to the counter itself. Because of RFID technology, These units also do not require special markings to determine where […]
AlpineButterfly writes in – A good friend of mine offered up an old style cabinet TV.. and for some reason it called out to become a bar! Thank you Sally! This project is an experiment in MANY ways. It’s the first time I tackled grouting. First time I’ve cut glass. First time I sewed a […]
A lot of crafters enjoy using repurposed materials in their projects, and now Handmade Parade is hosting a Vintage Pillowcase Challenge. Just create a project using one standard size vintage pillowcase and send your pattern and pix in by February 15. Then you’ll be in the running to win a $50 gift certificate from one […]
The Voltaic “Generator” solar panel laptop bag can generate up to 14.7 watts, not bad! – [via] Link.
