If you’re a maker just starting out your journey in sustainability, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to get started. From understanding the types of materials to utilize, learning what steps will help reduce waste and emissions, and finding inspiring new ways to explore creativity that don’t have a negative environmental impact. The good news is there are plenty of resources available for DIYers looking for ways to make their projects more sustainable – from simple switches you can make today, big-picture ideas for longterm change, or exciting new ways makers are helping push sustainability into the future. In these blog posts we’ll look at tips tricks and ideas specifically tailored towards diyers and makers on the road to creating projects with greater eco consciousness so that not only will you create something beautiful but also respect its impact on our planet!
Cheap fisheye lens – I have come across a few broken, or just old and scratched, camera lenses at garage sales that would be perfect for this project. Although there aren’t specific directions on how to make one, the image above does certainly make it look easy.
Junktion is a boutique in Tel Aviv featuring locally-made upscale recycled products. Recyclart put me on to these baskets made from chopped up liquid propane gas bottles.
File this under “brilliant” and “why didn’t I think of that.” Betz White shares her genius, and ever-so-easy, steps for covering a boring old canvas tote with fabric, resulting in a nicely lined bag with straps with minimal effort. Brilliant!
Pamphleteer William Cobbett launched the sustainability movement — in 1821.
So you couldn’t get a visa to Ghana, misplaced your tickets to Accra, didn’t have an up-to-date yellow fever shot or for some other reason couldn’t make it to Maker Faire Africa…Well lose that sad face, the feed is just beginning. It always seems that during amazing events like Maker Faire, the online coverage doesn’t […]
Dan says: These folks dragged their bikes from all over Europe and many overseas even. The detailing is pro level and goes well beyond just the frames – there were a lot of hand made pedals, shifters, rims, brakes. There was a week of chopper bike events with up to 30 mile (!) rides but […]
Steam Boat Willy has an amazingly detailed account of the technical details on this human powered hovercraft. Via MITers
