How-To: Mini Origami (Kirigami) Heart Garland
Got a few minutes, some paper, and the desire to make someone’s day? You’ll love this charming mini kirigami heart garland tutorial!
Month: February 2015
Orbotix’s Ollie Rolls into the Maker Shed
Orbotix’s popular Sphero rolling robot has a new friend. Ollie was launched last fall and we’re happy to now have it in the Shed. You may be wondering what the differences are between Sphero and Ollie. Let’s take a closer look. The first-of-it’s-kind Sphero trumped many of the Bluetooth-enabled robots out there, taking gaming and action to a new […]
Video: Teenage NASA Employee Creates Mind-Control Bionic Arm
It’s always great to hear about young people doing good things for humanity. Easton LaChappelle not only blows my mind but is a huge inspiration. The 19 year old recently accepted a job with NASA after creating a 3D printed prosthetic arm that is controlled by your mind. LaChappelle become interested in robotics and technology at age 14. (Yes, you’re reading […]
Voltera’s Circuit Printer Launches on Kickstarter, Smashes Goal in Minutes
The Voltera V-One circuit printer, one of our favorite finds at CES this year, just launched its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter — and hit $100,000 in 35 minutes. The Voltera system provides multiple capabilities: It will print the traces for your prototype circuit board (at 8mil space and trace), dispense solder paste to allow you […]
Oldest Man in Australia Still Knitting at 109!
In an interview with news channel Ninemsn, oldest living Australian Alfred ‘Alfie’ Date talked about knitting at 109!
Be Still My Crocheted Anatomical Heart
Yearning to express your feelings for your valentine in an anatomically correct way…that’s also made out of yarn…and miniature? Then Crochet specialist Louie’s Loops has just the homemade valentine project for you!
How-To: Toy Cardboard Camera
Are your kids budding shutterbugs, but still a bit too small for a real camera? Make them an awesome DIY toy camera instead!
