Print with Glass Using MIT’s New Molten Glass Extruder
Mediated Matter from MIT has created a new molten glass extruder that is 3D printing objects fit for a museum.
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Upcycle Glass Spheres into Unique Speaker Enclosures
If you were to create a speaker enclosure, conventional wisdom would have you starting with medium density fiberboard (MDF), or, possibly, some other wood product. Ryan Sweeney, however, decided instead to use a thick glass cylinder for each speaker, mounting them with cut bamboo. The idea for this came to him while he was working […]
May the Frost Be with You: Etch Your Own Star Wars Drinking Glasses
No Star Wars collection is complete without these snazzy homemade drinking glasses with custom etched emblems.
New 3D Printer Uses Molten Glass
Micron 3DP, a maker of extruders for 3D printing, has been exploring an exciting new area: 3D Printing with glass. This exploration seems like a somewhat natural transition for the company. The “hot end” of the 3D printer is the part of the extruder assembly that literally melts the plastic which is then deposited in […]
Faux Sea Glass for Jewelry, Beading, or Home Decor
If you love the look of sea glass for DIY and decor, you can now get the same look without getting sand in your shoes! Whip up a batch of faux sea glass for all your crafting needs. Don’t live near a beach? Can’t find enough pieces of sea glass in the right shapes and […]
Cocktail Bling: Gold Foil Glass Tumblers
Want to make this weekend’s cocktails just a little bit fancier? DIY a set of gold foil glass tumblers, and let the chic sipping begin! A touch of gold can make even the most uninspired beverage feel like something special, and there’s no denying how great it looks on glass. Want to give it a […]
Handmade Decor: DIY Gem Mirror + Easy Glass Cutting
Is your mantle or entryway missing a focal point? Bring some serious bling to your home decor with a DIY geometric gem mirror!
