The countdown to our 7th annual Maker Faire Bay Area marches on, and we are less than a month away from the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth! Taking place on May 19 and 20 at the San Mateo Fairground, this year’s Faire is guaranteed to be a whirlwind of inspiration. One of the fine […]
We’re counting down to our 7th annual Maker Faire Bay Area, taking place on May 19 and 20 in San Mateo, and the excitement is building! Being in our backyard, this Faire is our “home game” and the world’s largest DIY festival. Last year, we had roughly 90,000 folks come out over the weekend to […]
When I found this 5,4,3,2,1 submission in my inbox, I lit up, and I am sure you will too after reading about Hurley Winkler. One goal she has for herself in 2012 is to start a blog, and I cannot encourage her enough. Plainly stated, the world needs more imaginary kittens, hot pink converse, and […]
Today’s 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, is a bit unique, in that it was submitted via email. Jennie Walker wrote out her answers and attached photos to the email. It’s brilliant, and is a great way for crafty non-bloggers to participate. I for one would like to thank Jennie for thinking outside the box. Luckily, […]
An inspired idea grown in a makerspace can produce retro magic. That’s the message from 8bitlit collaborators Bryan and Adam. In less than two months, they’ve gone from concept through prototyping to small scale production. Their touch-sensitive Mario Brothers-themed pendant lamp is starting to sell. “Da-ding!”
Robyn Wells of robayre is a crafter and graphic designer with a unique aesthetic and fun sensibilities. Robyn is a self-described inspiration junkie, and she finds inspiration in the simple things. Yet her work is anything but. One Project You Are Particularly Proud Of 1. I am proud of my Artomat contributions. If you are […]
Antonia of Green Horned Unicorn has an amazing sense of style. Her use of colors and textures makes her work both warm and uplifting. And while reading her responses to the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 questions, you can’t help but get the sense that she is well-grounded in her creative endeavors. Bonus- Who doesn’t […]
