Sean @ Make: Online writes: This simple, clever piece of stained glass art hangs on the wall of Washington, DC area TV/Video production guru Peter Roof. Dunno if he makes them or not, but he says “contact me if you want one.” Looks like an easy remake for anyone with basic stained-glass skills, too. More: […]
It’s Geek Chic month over at Make: Online, where I posted a bunch of pictures from my recent trip to the MIT media lab, where Leah Buechley was busy hand-crafting LED modules for her research group’s TearDrop electronics toolkit. More: Craft Meets Tech at MIT
Ever want to make a bunny rug? How about a huge world map? Noah at Instructables shows us how to transfer an image to any surface with a projector.
MAKE Volume 22 is on newsstands now! Automate your world with remote control. From pet care to power outlets, from toys to telepresence, we’ll show you how to add a joystick, push-button, twist-knob, or timer to just about anything. Remote control projects in MAKE Volume 22 include: The Lawnbot400 R/C lawn mower–sit back and enjoy […]
If you’ve ever struggled to find just the right thread to match a fabric in your sewing project, stress no more. The Leitfaden Sewing Machine can custom match color from fabric or paper and then create thread in that color by applying a CMYK mixture to white thread. Future sewing technology WIN. [via Unplggd]
These LED sea urchins would make great party decor or even night lights! Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories shows us how to wire up this super-simple (two parts!) circuit. More: Limpet Shell Electronics
Submit your project! John Baichtal @ Make: Online alerts us to this cool Maker Faire opportunity: Noisebridge is proud to present Anti/Surveillance Fashion Show at the upcoming Maker Faire in San Mateo. Anti/Surveillance is a runway show exploring the uses of wearables for surveillance, and for hiding from surveillance. We are currently accepting submissions for […]
