Great-uncle’s workshop
Lenore writes – “…an article about my great-uncle’s basement that has some fabulous workbench photos, incredible machinery, lots of tools, and an inordinate amount of junk.” – Link.
Month: January 2007
Star Wars on Parade
Star Wars was recently on parade at the Rose Bowl and our friend Bonnie Burton has a write up on how the floats were created. But that’s not all, she’s also put together a fun how-to project on how to create your own Star Wars Action Figure Float. Link. and Link.
iBoy – Gameboy iPod case
Ryan writes – “Here’s a fully functional iPod case made from an original Gameboy. With internal dock connector…no iPods were harmed in the making of this device.” – Link.
Over the Door Circular Needle Holder
Nikol Lohr of The Thrifty Knitter made a circular needle bag out of wool felt that hangs nicely over a door handle. It’s also complete with a little pocket on the other side for a gauge checker. Link.
Radical Lace and Subversive Knitting Exhibit at the Museum of Arts & Design in NY
Starting Jan 25th through June 17th at the Museum of Arts & Design in New York is a new exhibit called “Radical Lace and Subversive Knitting”. From the site, “A provocative and timely exhibition of work by international artists using fiber in unexpected and unorthodox ways, Radical Lace & Subversive Knitting illuminates a field of […]
Cafe Pique Nique – Mobile Barrista
Dan writes – “This is a maker’s maker’s maker. As found outside the cafeteria of a national lab in Tsukuba, Japan, this is a 60’s VW Van converted into a mobile barrista. Note the homey details on the inside (wooden decks, tiled counters) and the generally comfortable feeling that it evokes. A fantastically clever mixture […]
DIY Photo Snow Globes
Photojojo has a tutorial where you can make your own snow globes in 15 minutes! It’s a great way to recycle some of your old jars and make fun quick gifts for friends. Link.