4 Kits from New York Toy Fair Perfect for Young Tinkerers
There’s nothing like an engaging kit to grab your attention, explore new ideas, and Make projects together.
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Escape Your Awkward Thanksgiving: Build One of These 6 Projects
A list of 6 quick, satisfying projects you can tackle while escaping the din and drama of Thanksgiving.
Crafty Beauty: DIY Mason Jar Manicure Kit (and Lantern)
Looking for an especially thoughtful handmade gift idea? Give a pretty DIY manicure—plus a lovely glass lantern to help set a relaxing mood—with this DIY mason jar manicure kit! Large canning jars are the perfect size for so many kinds of kits, but I especially love that one is specifically designed to transform into a […]
Live from MakerCon — An Interview with Bethany Koby
Talking to Bethany Koby about her argument that the ownership of technology changes the relationship between young people and the technology they have built rather than bought.
How-To: Chocolate Tin Sewing Kit
I love tiny tins and containers–they always come in handy for future crafting projects! A perfect example: this charming chocolate tin sewing kit.
Make a Duct Tape Electric Rose
A rose is a rose, unless it’s duct tape, electric LED rose.
Can’t Find the Right Music Controller? Don’t get Mad, get Livid!
MIDI controllers have long been a staple of electronic music, but there hasn’t been a great way for you to build your own… until now. The Maker Shed has teamed up with Livid Instruments to bring you the Builder DIY lineup of MIDI controller kits. Let the creativity begin!