These Interactive Cellphone Butterflies Come to Life When You Call Them
The butterflies, created with recycled phone parts and glittering with SIM card wings, can receive phone calls.
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Old Circuit Boards Are Reimagined as Sarcophagi and Ancient Monuments
Outdated circuit boards become imposing sarcophagi and ancient-looking monuments in the hands of artist Theo Kamecke.
Maker Spotlight: Scatha G. Allison
Scatha G. Allison, otherwise known as Miss Velvet Cream, is a fashion designer who uses upcycled materials to craft clothing with a commanding presence.
Maker Spotlight: Sátrapa
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
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
“Upcyclist” Tim Sway experiments with building a bass guitar from a cast-off door.
Contain Your Kitchen Clutter with a Cardboard Can Collector
Cut down on clutter! Use cardboard to construct a can collector to corral your empties.