Energy & Sustainability

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!

Pom Pom Sweater

Pom Pom Sweater

I Spy DIY has all kinds of fabulous DIYs to share, and this pom pom sweater is one of my favorites. It’s a great way to add some fun to an old sweater OR even save a favorite piece of knitwear. I have a sweater or two that have a bad pull or a tiny hole, and this would be a great way to hide the problem and create a solution!

Steampunk Webcast

Steampunk Webcast

Steampunk fans won’t want to miss ‘Vintage Tomorrows’ authors Brian David Johnson and James Carrott’s webcas this Friday, November 30, at 10am PT. They’ll be talking about what Steampunk (as a genre, movement, lifestyle, and philosophy) teaches us about the ways people are thinking about their relationships with technology.