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Weekend Watch: Steampunk Prop Building with “It’s a Trap!”

Weekend Watch: Steampunk Prop Building with “It’s a Trap!”

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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For steampunk props and accessories, look no further! The gents behind “It’s a Trap!” Props and Productions have you covered.

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This Telepresence Robot from the 1800s Helps Promote Metal Shop

This Telepresence Robot from the 1800s Helps Promote Metal Shop

By Sophia Smith

Sophia Smith

Sophia is the managing editor of the Make: blog. When she’s not greasing editorial gears, she likes to run, ride, climb, and lift things, and make lo-tech goods like zines, desserts, and altered clothing. @sophiuhcamille

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AR-Duo is a steampunk telepresence robot that shows off the skills and ingenuity of a school’s metal shop.

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“Vintage Tomorrows,” the Book, the Film, and the Golden Age of Steampunk

“Vintage Tomorrows,” the Book, the Film, and the Golden Age of Steampunk

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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See the award-winning documentary about the early 21st century steampunk scene.

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Jake von Slatt’s Steampunk Wonder Car

Jake von Slatt’s Steampunk Wonder Car

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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Glue a gear on it! Steampunk modding is finally given a rest by one of its chief architects.

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This Teardrop Trailer Lets You Camp in Steampunk Style

This Teardrop Trailer Lets You Camp in Steampunk Style

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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The craftsmanship of this steampunk teardrop trailer is awe-inspiring. What a beautiful piece of functional equipment to travel in style!

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Visions of a Victorian Future: Steampunk Makers Compete for 0,000 TV Prize

Visions of a Victorian Future: Steampunk Makers Compete for $100,000 TV Prize

By Andrew Terranova

Andrew Terranova

Andrew Terranova is an electrical engineer, writer and author of How Things Are Made: From Automobiles to Zippers. Andrew is also an electronics and robotics enthusiast and has created and curated robotics exhibits for the Children's Museum of Somerset County, NJ and taught robotics classes for the Kaleidoscope Enrichment in Blairstown, NJ and for a public primary school. Andrew is always looking for ways to engage makers and educators.

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Whether you are already into steampunk, or just curious, you should check out the new TV show ‘Steampunk’d’ on GSNTV.

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