Camera records “eye interest” of reader
This isn’t some new web cam laser beam gadget or Google adsense ad layout optimization, it’s from Popular Mechanics – 1953. Camera Records “Eye Interest” of Reader for Items on Page – Link.
Month: March 2006
DIY Bookbinding
Brain writes – “[Here’s the] home of an expanded version of the “Olde-School Bookbinding” article in Make magazine, Volume 5. I also hope it will serve as a useful point of discussion for people who are interestested learning about, discussing, or collaborating on other bookbinding projects.” – Link. Related: Olde-School Bookbinding. Pages last longer, lie […]
DIY Xbox 360 handsfree headset
Here’s a neat idea take those Bluetooth headsets with Xbox controllers so you can have a hands free headset – [via] Link. Related: Other Xbox 360 hacks, mods and projects – Link.
Treehugger Podcast of Swap-O-Rama-Rama Event
Treehugger.com has a great podcast interview with Wendy Tremayne, creator of Swap-O-Rama-Rama giving us a glimpse into this fun and eco-friendly event. And guess what? Wendy and her team of crafty folks will be on hand to host the next Swap-O-Rama-Rama at our very own Maker Faire! If you are interested in helping out with […]
Rube Goldberg contest
I spotted this on Bill Gurstelle’s Notes from the Technology Underground site – looks like a fun contest! Rube Goldberg Contest What is the competition? Inspired by cartoonist Rube Goldberg, college students nationwide compete to design a machine that uses the most complex process to complete a simple task – put a stamp on an […]
Food as Sculpture Art – US Pastry Competition
Ben writes, “The 17th Annual US Pastry Competition took place on March 5, 2006 as part of the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York. The sculptures are made entirely of sugar, chocolate, and food coloring, and some rose to as much as 5 feet high, all precariously balanced. What these artists/chefs are able […]
HOW TO – CDR painting
Matthew writes – “When it comes to making a good impression with booking agents and fans, nothing can compete with a professionally recorded and replicated CD in a jewel case with full color art work. Unless you are an ace soundman and own your own recording equipment, there isn’t much you can do about getting […]