I’ve been using Google Docs more and more, especially for collaborative work, both at Dorkbot DC and Make: Books. At first, I did so reluctantly, but I’ve become a real convert. So I was thrilled when we (Make: Books) published Google Apps Hacks. I’m learning all sorts of useful and fun stuff from this book. […]
Celebrate the electronic aesthetic while recycling – Capacitor Robot Charms are built with electronic components salvaged from discarded TVs, VCRs, and computers. These are fun pieces that will hopefully generate awareness of the growing piles of E-Junk that are destined for our landfills. NOTE: While primarily capacitor-based the above seen duck-like capacitor robots utilize resistor […]
Download the MP4 Video or HD Version | Subscribe to CRAFT in iTunes Love your Maker’s Notebook, but wish it had a pocket? Well, in this video I’ll show you how easy it is to add your own. This gusseted (accordion-style) pocket will keep you loose papers safe from escape when your notebook is closed. […]
Join me, won’t you? as I explore the trials and tribulations which comprise the process best described as – Building the Magnetic Sculpture kit. In the Maker Shed: Magnetic Sculpture Kit
TILT: The Battle to Save Pinball DVD. One of the great maker tales of the game industry. In 1998, Williams was the world’s biggest pinball manufacturer, but they were in trouble. Two legendary designers took their “crazy” idea out of the company and into a garage; the result, “Pinball 2000,” became a sensation… until Williams […]
In 1970, John Conway came up with a 1-player game called Game of Life. The Game of Life is a mathematical game that simulates ‘colonies’ that grow or die based on how crowded or lonely they are and is known for the way it creates a beautiful organic display out of randomness. MAKE presents the […]
O’Reilly’s FYI Blog contest to give away a Maker’s Notebook is over. 22 people posted ideas of what they’d do with their book or to improve their book. Several of the ideas for improvements are already included: 1. Several people mentioned rulers. The Maker’s Notebook has inches and metric rulers on the book’s end papers. […]
