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Spooky Music To Level Up Your Halloween Decor

Spooky Music To Level Up Your Halloween Decor

Halloween is fast approaching, and what better way to weird out your neighbors and spook your guests than some creepy theremin music. A staple of suspenseful soundtracks and low rent sci-fi, this electronic musical instrument is controlled without physical contact by the musician.

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Gareth Branwyn

Shop Talk and Tips with Gareth Branwyn

DIY lifer Gareth Branwyn has compiled a new volume of his series, Tips and Tales From the Workshop, Volume 2. He joins Dale Dougherty to talk about how he collects tips — asking a person directly to share a tip is not very productive. He shares some of his favorite tips he has found. He […]

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How To Make A Concrete Table That Doesn’t Weigh A Ton

How To Make A Concrete Table That Doesn’t Weigh A Ton

In their usual fashion, HomeMadeModern is here with some no-nonsense innovation in home decor. When it comes to modern design, concrete has been a staple for some time. However as everyone knows, concrete is heavy. HomeMadeModern has taken an interesting approach to making a quasi hollow concrete table that uses an old door as the […]

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Justine Haupt’s Open-Source Rotary Cellphone Puts Retro Calling Back In Your Hand

Justine Haupt’s Open-Source Rotary Cellphone Puts Retro Calling Back In Your Hand

This high-tech DIY rotary phone takes away the frustrations and distractions of touchscreen smartphones

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Out of Sight: Documentary Follows Challenges and Triumphs of DIY Skatepark Building

Out of Sight: Documentary Follows Challenges and Triumphs of DIY Skatepark Building

Skateparks have become the little league fields of the 21st century, with one (or sometimes more) now in almost every community. But for those that haven’t found the municipal support or funding for their own yet, there are only a couple options — skate public sidewalks and ledges, or build your own spot. “Build your […]

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13 Useful, Cheap Product Substitutions

Save yourself some money and time using these homemade substitutions for common arts, crafts, and maker supplies.

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