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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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September 27th, 2016September 27th, 2016

An interview (con una traducción española) with the Galician artist Sátrapa, creator of fantastic robots from another world.

7 Ways to Upcycle Your Stockpile of Plastic Bags

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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April 22nd, 2016April 21st, 2016

If the plastic bag you use to hold all your other plastic bags is getting full, here are 7 ways to upcycle them.

Building a Bass Guitar from a Hollow Core Door

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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April 11th, 2016April 12th, 2016

“Upcyclist” Tim Sway experiments with building a bass guitar from a cast-off door.

Contain Your Kitchen Clutter with a Cardboard Can Collector

By Homemade Game Guru

Homemade Game Guru

As a fanatic crafting fan, inventor, author and designer, I just enjoy making new things for the fun of it! I operate an award-winning how-to You Tube channel called The Homemade Game Guru to share my love of creation with people worldwide. Utilizing cardboard in grandiose ways is my specialty.

I also run an unique online design class to help anyone create a Personal Family Tree Board Game. You can sign up for that class here.

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March 16th, 2016March 16th, 2016

Cut down on clutter! Use cardboard to construct a can collector to corral your empties.