Painting Gorgeous Colors onto Copper Using Only An Open Flame
Watch as metalworking artist Philip Cook demonstrates his skill with “painting” brilliant colors onto copper with a blowtorch.
Month: September 2015
Ferrofluid Clock Moves Like Elegant Little Caterpillars
Created by designer Zelf Koelman, Ferrolic is a clock that displays time in a liquid that is controlled by magnets. Yes, really.
Learn About Hand-Lashed Kayaks at the Shreveport Mini Maker Faire
Don Fraser has been building kayaks for 45 years, and he will be coming to Shreveport Mini Maker Faire this month to share his expertise.
Visions of a Victorian Future: Steampunk Makers Compete for $100,000 TV Prize
Whether you are already into steampunk, or just curious, you should check out the new TV show ‘Steampunk’d’ on GSNTV.
You Didn’t Know it, but Max Is the Software Behind a Ton of Great Maker Projects
To celebrate the milestone of publishing 1,000 user-created projects using Max interactive software, parent company Cycling ‘74 created a microsite highlighting all 1,000 projects.
Magnetic Putty is Easy to Make and Fun to Play With
Years ago, Becky Stern did a post about the wonders of “super paramagnetic silicone putty.” It was a commercial product and I assumed it was beyond the ability of the average nerd to make at home. Wrong. It couldn’t be easier. This Instructable shows how magnetic putty is nothing more than regular Silly Putty/Thinking Putty […]
Mold Super-Quick Edge Guards for Sharp Tools
These moldable edge guards will keep your tools sharp and your fingers safe from harm. They’re quick to make and can be remolded to fit new tools.
