Neat Scissors + Knife Combo
Here’s a cool video review of the Fiskars Cuts+More scissors from the folks at Core77. The blades detach for use independently as a knife, among other uncommon features. These are going straight to my wish list.
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Make a desktop catapult
Let’s face it, nobody needs a medieval siege weapon on their desk. Or do they? I recently decided that the lack of catapults in our brainstorming sessions at work was negatively impacting our ability to be creative. So I decided to remedy this. My friend Bill Gurstelle is the dean of siege weapons, so I […]
The element14 holiday tool giveaway, day 2
We’re continuing to deck the halls with some sweet giveaways, thanks to our friends at element14. Check back daily, between now and December 22nd, for your chance to win tools from the element14 Holiday Guide leading up to a special Ben Heck Kit grand prize (see below). Today’s offering is an Akro-Mils Tool Box and […]
Element14 holiday tool giveaway!
Our friends at element14, who sponsored today’s Electronics Tools Gift Guide, have offered an awesome giveaway to MAKE readers. It’s an SPC Technology 4004 Soldering Station, with digital read-out. It retails for 153.51, but it’s going to one lucky MAKE reader. To be eligible, just tell us in the comments below what sorts of electronics […]
Garrett Wade Japanese saw tool giveaway!
We’re thrilled that Garrett Wade has offered to give away several of their tools to MAKE readers. We’re giving away the lovely set of four Japanese pullsaws that Bill Gurstelle reviewed in his Dangerous Giving gift guide. We know that at least some of you have a thing for these saws (they appeared on several […]
New in the Maker Shed: DSO Nano V2.0
The new DSO Nano v2.0 from the Maker Shed is a digital storage oscilloscope designed for basic electronic engineering tasks. The Nano features an ARM Cortexâ„¢ M3 32 bit platform, which provides basic waveform monitoring. It has a 320*240 color LCD, micro SD card storage, portable probes, LiPo Battery, USB connection, and signal generator. Perfect […]
Holiday Gift Guide: Craft Tools And Kits
Craft tools and kits are some of my favorite things to give and receive. Here are some of my top picks. If you have other tools or kits you love, let us know in the comments! Knit Boot Topper Kit ($35) This kit comes with everything you need to make cute and comfy knit rain […]