Geek Crafts

Beaded Dr. Who Scarf Necklace

I’ve always loved the iconic Dr. Who scarves, but really … here in Texas there isn’t much need for a knit scarf, particularly one that reaches the floor and back again. This beaded necklace version of the fourth Doctor’s scarf from cmdrsuzdal is a very cool, stylish alternative to sporting Whovian pride. Who else is […]

R2D2 Bike Helmet

Adam @ MAKE writes: Philadelphia area maker Jenn Hall improved the visual quality of her motorcycle helmet by turning it into a R2D2 helmet. The process included scuffing up the existing paint job and adding consecutive coats of spray paint and laboriously cut masking tape. The whole thing is finished off with some PVC tubing, […]

How-To: Crystal Egg Geodes

We’ve visited the Houston Museum of Natural Science several times this summer, and one of the biggest hits with the kids has been the enormous, gorgeous geodes on display. I love the idea of making our own “geodes” at home, so this crystal egg geode project from Jim “Figgy” Noonan for Marthat Stewart is at […]