Clever idea from Thingiverse user jmne. I like the art he’s chosen to represent each of the various resources. He’s also produced a version in transparent red acrylic. I’ll be interested to see how this idea evolves.
How great is this painted kids’ mat?? I’ve been looking for something for the floor of a playroom we’re creating in our attic, and this is so much more fun than plain old primary colors! This would be a great way to add some cushion and color to a kitchen floor, too. The creator has […]
Whether finalizing the seal of craftsmanship (Best Made axes by Peter Buchanan-Smith), ornamenting the archaic (Arrows by Fredericks and Mae), or adorning found nature objects (Stix by ginetteginette), there is no shortage of inspiration when it comes to artistic artifact.
Weighty mission for scientists: redefine the kilo The original cylinder of platinum and iridium used as the standard weight for one kilogram. Scientists said Monday they were moving closer to coming up with a non-physical definition of the kilo after discovering the metal artefact used as the international standard had shed a little weight. Researchers […]
We’re very proud of Make: Electronics, the beginner’s guide to electronics written by MAKE contributing editor Charles Platt. It has consistently been an O’Reilly bestseller and has already been through several printings. It’s a hit! It seems to fulfill the exact purpose we set for it, which was to basically be a truly accessible, plain-spoken, […]
MAKE contributor James Floyd Kelly wrote in with a tip on a cool resource: Found some GREAT information on Bolt Depot’s homepage, including this printable poster that displays all the different bolts and nuts and connectors along with their official names. Click on the Fastener Tab at the top of the website and there are […]
By Maris Callahan It’s the winter and it’s January. When the temperatures drop we tend to crave warmth: comforting soups, thick stews, and baked pastas dripping with cheese and chunks of juicy tomatoes. However, in January, freshly committed to our New Year’s resolution to lose those last 10 pounds, our minds tell us to avoid […]
