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This DIY Camping Shower Folds Down To Almost Nothing

This DIY Camping Shower Folds Down To Almost Nothing

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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  When you’re out camping, a shower after a couple days can get to be a necessity, but being fully exposed to the wilderness while you scrub isn’t for everyone. Wesley Harville is back again with a fantastic build to accompany his off-road rugged camper. This time he’s added a nice shower that folds out of […]

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Make a Simple LED Camping Lantern

Make a Simple LED Camping Lantern

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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A battery-powered camping light cobbled together from empty jars and an LED strip light.

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More Fun with Fire, the Dakota Fire Pit

More Fun with Fire, the Dakota Fire Pit

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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The next time you’re camping or building an outdoor fire, try making a Dakota fire pit

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Carbon Filters Get 3D Printable Makeover for Global Clean Water Initiative

Carbon Filters Get 3D Printable Makeover for Global Clean Water Initiative

By Michael Floyd

Michael Floyd

Michael Floyd is a creative director and sustainability consultant. As Marketing Lead for Autodesk's Making for Impact program, his work supports and amplifies the positive environmental and social impact of the global maker community. Originally from the US, he has been a Londoner for seven years

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By Bilal Ghalib

Bilal Ghalib

Good human :)

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Faircap is the 3D printable filtration system that screws into a standard water jug.

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Watch a Master Create a Simple Survival Tool on a Lathe

Watch a Master Create a Simple Survival Tool on a Lathe

Chris from Clickspring

By Chris from Clickspring

Chris from Clickspring

Hi I'm Chris, and I make home machine shop project videos for my YouTube channel Clickspring. I have a passion for making useful things with my benchtop lathe and mill, and I hope that the projects I share with you will inspire you to make some cool things in your shop too.

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The fire piston is a simple survival tool for starting fires. Watch a master miller create one on a lathe.

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This Teardrop Trailer Lets You Camp in Steampunk Style

This Teardrop Trailer Lets You Camp in Steampunk Style

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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The craftsmanship of this steampunk teardrop trailer is awe-inspiring. What a beautiful piece of functional equipment to travel in style!

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