lighting

Hands on with the Redgrass R9 Desk Lamp for Creative People

Hands on with the Redgrass R9 Desk Lamp for Creative People

It’s a lamp. How special can it be? That’s what I was thinking when I accepted an offer to try out the Redgrass R9 Desk Lamp. Despite not being a particular fan of the concept of “unboxing” — or even the word — from the instant it arrived, I knew that I was in for […]

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A Creative Way To Make A Stylish Portable Lamp

A Creative Way To Make A Stylish Portable Lamp

Coming up with custom lighting is one of the easiest ways to make a huge visual impact in any space. Mike Clifford from Modustrial Maker created this stunning looking design that is both portable and reconfigurable. Most portable lights end up looking like a camping lantern in one way or another but this system can […]

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How To: Make LED-based “Neon” Signs

How To: Make LED-based “Neon” Signs

John Park documents how he turned some LED light strips into convincing (and programmable) neon-like signage.

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Building a Loc-Line Close-Up Work Light with Adam Savage

Building a Loc-Line Close-Up Work Light with Adam Savage

Watch as Adam puts together an adjustable workbench light for precision work using industrial hosing and an LED video light.

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Easy and Enchanting LED Fairy Globes

Easy and Enchanting LED Fairy Globes

Turn clear Christmas ornaments into magical fairy globes.

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Fun with Christmas Lights

Fun with Christmas Lights

10 projects for getting the most out of your holiday lights.

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