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Recycled Blanket Bags

Tineke Beunders makes the Something Old, Something New bags from recycled woolen blankets. The only new addition is the wooden handle. Each bag is has a colorful cotton lining. Possible inspiration for your own bag creations? via Style Files. Related Recycled Blanket Rug

Solar cells built into windows could change power sources forever

Solar cells built into windows could change power sources forever

The Queensland University of Technology in Australia in conjunction with Dyesol has developed an innovative solar cell technology that uses dye-infused, translucent solar cells and can be integrated into windows and uses a technology called “artificial photosynthesis” where a dye similar to chlorophyll absorbs light and generates electricity. Imagine these windows installed onto every skyscraper […]

Students build a 2,843 MPG car

Students build a 2,843 MPG car

A high school team from Evansville, Indiana built a 2,843.4 mile per gallon car with a three-wheeled, combustion-engine design. The car won top prize at the 2008 Shell Eco-Marathon held in Fontana, California. Pretty nice ride, although being that close to the ground might not work so well for potholes. 2,843 mpg? High school team […]

Nationals Opening Day Bag

I know what it is like to be a sports fan and want to use your crafty skills to support your team (Go Eagles!). Laura Lee sews something new every year for the Washington Nationals opening day. This year, inspired by projects she saw on Craft and Threadheads, Laura sewed a game bag out of […]