Walking in a Maker Wonderland: Makerland Day 1
The first day of Makerland, a new European maker conference, began with informative and inspirational talks from makers and maker pros.
Maker Pro
Maker Pros are the innovators that are designing tomorrow’s products and businesses. Stay tuned for the latest news on manufacturing, startups, and industry trends.
Project Repat: Transforming Well-Loved T-Shirts into Quilts
Ross Lohr got the idea for his T-shirt-into-quilt company after seeing a fruit vendor in Kenya wearing a shirt that read, “I danced my ass off at Josh’s bar mitzvah.” Ross’ advice to other entrepreneurs: “Don’t get too hung up on an idea that you think people are going to want. Put something out into the world, and let customers give you the feedback that will allow you to reform your product until you’ve found a market fit!”
Maker Pro Newsletter – 03/13/14
“Materials are becoming media.” From the editors of MAKE magazine, the Maker Pro Newsletter is about the impact of makers on business and technology. Our coverage includes hardware startups, new products, incubators, and innovators, along with technology and market trends. Please send items to us at makerpro@makermedia.com. Click here to subscribe to this newsletter. Are you a Maker […]
North Little Rock’s Makerspace Impressive Beginnings
Little Rock, Arkansas, is showing how multiple stakeholders can be involved in launching a makerspace.
Building up to Maker Faire: Body Filler Tutorial with Shawn Thorsson
How do you bend Bondo to your will? Shawn Thorsson tells all.
Grow Glow: Crowdfunded LED Projects
LEDs are all the rage these days. Let’s shine the light on a few standout crowdfunded projects.
Print the Legend: Exclusive First Look Preview
The first full-length 3D printing documentary, “Print the Legend” will make it’s debut Sunday at SXSW Film as part of their Startup Alley programming focused on the intersection of entertainment and technology “shaping the means of viewing, sharing and producing content”.
