In the Maker Shed: ...
115 Views 07:10:16 11/15/09
Chumby guts go together easily, but the b&w instructions included left me scratching my head the first time around. Here's my second build, after I got all the par...
[LESS INFO] 115 VIEWS | ADDED 12:10:16 11/15/09
Chumby guts go together easily, but the b%w instructions included left me scratching my head the first time around. Here's my second build, after I got all the parts right. http://www.makershed.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=MKCH1
CRAFT Video: Klutz ...
36 Views 09:34:59 11/13/09
Klutz is sponsoring "Super Crafty Kidz" month on CRAFT. In this video, Rachel Hobson makes the Capsters project with her kids!
[LESS INFO] 36 VIEWS | ADDED 14:34:59 11/13/09
Klutz is sponsoring "Super Crafty Kidz" month on CRAFT. In this video, Rachel Hobson makes the Capsters project with her kids!
Weekend Project: Lo...
23 Views 12:23:36 11/12/09
Ever have a screw loose? If so, you might need this easy to build attachment to help you find that screw -- including plastic ones that a magnet would miss.
[LESS INFO] 23 VIEWS | ADDED 17:23:36 11/12/09
Ever have a screw loose? If so, you might need this easy to build attachment to help you find that screw -- including plastic ones that a magnet would miss.
MAKE presents: The ...
53 Views 12:27:34 11/08/09
The deceptively simple wire coil that proves incredibly useful in the world of electronics - the inductor's ability to store energy in an electromagnetic field is ...
[LESS INFO] 53 VIEWS | ADDED 17:27:34 11/08/09
The deceptively simple wire coil that proves incredibly useful in the world of electronics - the inductor's ability to store energy in an electromagnetic field is the key to making transformers, electromagnets, and many more component's functionality. It truly is awesome device!
Weekend Project: Ch...
49 Views 16:57:00 11/05/09
Learn how to make a cheap and effective fire starter made from an old t-shirt.
[LESS INFO] 49 VIEWS | ADDED 21:57:00 11/05/09
Learn how to make a cheap and effective fire starter made from an old t-shirt.
Bluetooth Star Trek...
95 Views 08:52:59 11/05/09
Looking at radio communication devices of the future from the past, Diana Eng thought it would be fun to have a Star Trek Original Series Bluetooth communicator fo...
[LESS INFO] 95 VIEWS | ADDED 13:52:59 11/05/09
Looking at radio communication devices of the future from the past, Diana Eng thought it would be fun to have a Star Trek Original Series Bluetooth communicator for a cell phone. She worked with Dave Clausen to hack one together from a toy Star Trek communicator, a Bluetooth module, and a microcontroller. Look for directions to build your own on Makezine.com
Weekend Project: Ev...
37 Views 11:57:07 10/29/09
Annoy your friends or co-workers with this high-tech practical joke.
[LESS INFO] 47 VIEWS | ADDED 15:55:56 10/22/09
Here is an easy to make ancient yet modern device, the Atlatl, that hurls spears at up to 100mph.
In the Maker Shed: ...
121 Views 11:20:26 10/19/09
The Gakken Cross Copter EX kit has two contra-rotating rotors, driven by one small electric motor that's connected via a cord to the hand-powered generator. Availa...
[LESS INFO] 121 VIEWS | ADDED 15:20:26 10/19/09
The Gakken Cross Copter EX kit has two contra-rotating rotors, driven by one small electric motor that's connected via a cord to the hand-powered generator. Available in the Maker Shed makershed.com
CRAFT Video: Metalw...
25 Views 05:55:26 10/16/09
This week I'll show you some more metalworking techniques including files, rotary abrasives, and how to make a ball-head rivet with a butane torch.
[LESS INFO] 25 VIEWS | ADDED 09:55:26 10/16/09
This week I'll show you some more metalworking techniques including files, rotary abrasives, and how to make a ball-head rivet with a butane torch.
Weekend Project: Mi...
83 Views 12:47:24 10/15/09
Ride safely at night with this easy to make Mini Bike Light.
[LESS INFO] 53 VIEWS | ADDED 16:32:31 10/08/09
Check out an old-school pecan crusher made out of junk parts found in a man-cave.
How-To: Set up an H...
88 Views 09:01:36 10/06/09
Fall is the perfect time for hiking, it's not too hot and not too cold. Last weekend I took a day trip to hike up High Mountain in New Jersey and activate SOTA sum...
[LESS INFO] 88 VIEWS | ADDED 13:01:36 10/06/09
Fall is the perfect time for hiking, it's not too hot and not too cold. Last weekend I took a day trip to hike up High Mountain in New Jersey and activate SOTA summit W2/NJ008. It's really easy to set up an HF portable radio and not a whole lot to carry up the mountain. This video shows how to get set up including how to hang the antenna in a cluster of trees and making contact with Italy.
[LESS INFO] 120 VIEWS | ADDED 10:50:25 10/01/09
Here's an introduction to a fun knitting technique that's often considered "too advanced" for hobby knitters: cables.
