Have a drivers license that has a 2D barcode (pictured here) here’s how to check out what’s on it… – Link. Related: SWIPE toolkit – Link. The SWIPE Toolkit – What data is on your license? – Link. From the pages of MAKE: Magnetic Stripe Reader – Have you ever wondered what information is stored […]
What ever happened to the gas powered pogo stick? Science And Mechanics 1960 – “Powered Pogo Stick is made up of a king-sized 1-cylinder engine fired automatically by a trip switch that is placed strategically beneath the foot rests. Will this gadget require a vehicle license? Who knows? It ought to be something to see […]
Hey Crafters! If you are in the LA area, don’t miss the SoCal launch of CRAFT Magazine hosted by members of LA’s Felt Club. Meet Carla Sinclair – CRAFT’s Editor-in-Chief, Mark Frauenfelder – MAKE’s Editor-in-Chief, and chat with your fellow crafters. Eat cupcakes, win door prizes, or take some crafty how-to classes. Don’t miss the […]
Here’s another 555 timer project for a pumpkin! Matthew writes – “I decided to use a little nerdery to make up for my lack of artistic talent. After scooping out the guts and carving an old school, evil-eyed, jagged-toothed, jack-o-lantern, I decided to do something a little different to light it. I came up with […]
This blog is a visual feast for the eyes. It’s all in Japanese but you can follow along and get inspired by all the amazing works of Origami and the process (I love seeing the plastic bins of origami and wrapping paper nearby). There’s also links to lots of Japanese Origami books down the sidebar. […]
MAKE Flickr photo pool member Devowski writes – “i built this mellotron for a sculpture class, each key plays a part of the intro to ‘the power of love’ by the legendary huey lewis and the news…” – Link. No sound sample, hopefully one will be posted soon! Related DIY Synth’in: HOW TO – Build […]
Here are a couple places I’d consider stops on a Maker-vacation… The first is the Gujarat Province on the Gulf of Cambay, India – this is where cruise ships go after they outlive their usefulness… [via] – Link & Google map. Next up, The Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Center – Link & Google Map. Got […]
