Nativity in Outer Space
Make: Projects user Papydom and his grandkids have an annual tradition of making new scenery for their Christmas Nativity scene. This year, they transported the scene into outer space. Rad!
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Holiday Gift Guide 2012: Science, Tech, Engineering & Math (STEM) Toys for Kids
People give all manner of toys as gifts during the holidays. Some are big hits, others flop. I think the best ones are fun and stimulating while at the same time teaching a skill or concept. In that spirit, here are some toys that fall under the broad umbrella of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).
DIY Stick Horse
Oh goodness, now I am re-thinking everything. I had something else in mind but just have to make this cute-as-all-get-out DIY Stick Horse by A Beautiful Mess for my nephew for Christmas. It’s utterly adorable.
Holiday Gift Guide 2012: 13 Crocheted Gifts to Make
I recently learned how to crochet, and am excited about all the cool things I can make now! Check out these 13 crocheted objects that I would be happy to give or receive as holiday gifts.
Painted Ornaments
Oh Happy Day made some fun ornaments that I am digging.
Laser-Cut Gingerbread House
Age-old holiday tradition, 21st century execution: Johan von Konow repaired a recently acquired broken laser cutter and then used it to precision-cut the walls and roof of his holiday gingerbread house (an exact replica of his summer house).
Raspberry Pi Christmas Light Controller
I jumped at the chance to to post this video since it combines a few of our favorite things: Christmas, Raspberry Pi, and Star Wars all rolled into one project. Posting under the name Chivalry Timbers, this maker created a MIDI-synced Christmas light display that uses the Raspberry Pi’s GPIO pins connected to solid state […]
