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This Week in Making: LiPo Battery Tips, MakerBot Downsizes, and Table Saw Projectiles

This Week in Making: LiPo Battery Tips, MakerBot Downsizes, and Table Saw Projectiles

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. email me at caleb (at) make.co or You can find me on tiktok, talking about my animals at TikTok

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learn about the care and proper use of LiPo batteries and more

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Understanding Saw Blade Essentials

Understanding Saw Blade Essentials

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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Get the skinny on what you need to know about saw blade basics.

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Hack, Jig, Miter, and Cope: 10 Types of Saws and Their Uses

Hack, Jig, Miter, and Cope: 10 Types of Saws and Their Uses

Pat and Mike Murray

By Pat and Mike Murray

Pat and Mike Murray

Pat and Mike Murray are twin brothers who lead a team of professional artists, software developers, and fabricators working and playing under the name Maker Twins & Co.

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There’s a saw for that. Different saws are suited for different tasks. Here’s a basic reference guide for 10 types of saws and their uses.

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5 Table Saw Tips from Jimmy DiResta

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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Maker extraordinaire Jimmy DiResta runs through some of this most valuable tips for using a table saw.

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