Mason Jar LED Tiki Torches Glow Any Color
Tiki torches are a fun summer lighting solution and this RGB LED version, that uses an Arduino, can be a great alternative to an open flame.
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Revive Ratty Lawn Chairs with Comfy Macrame
Have a set of outdoor chairs that have seen better days? Turn those old aluminum frames into gorgeous DIY macrame garden chairs!
Driving an RC Car with Arduino and a USB Racing Wheel
In this cool project, Mate Marschalko connects a USB racing wheel to a web browser running the HTML5 Gamepad API to wirelessly drive an RC car. This will likely go over the heads of anyone who doesn’t know JavaScript programming [raises own hand], but it doesn’t actually look too hard to do, if you basically […]
Cast Lego Minifig Candles Using Sugru
Celebrate the 83rd anniversary of Lego with your own Lego minifig candles using a wick, wax, and a simple, reusable Sugru mold.
Wobblebots Walk Without Motors or Electronics
Wobblebots are simple robots that can walk down an incline using only potential energy.
Crazy Wooden Workout Machine Inspired by Connect Four
Matthew Beresford spent three and a half years constructing a wooden workout machine with a butterfly attachment inspired by Connect Four.
Bake a Tasty Batch of Sweet Potato Chips!
Looking to expand your side dish skills? Pick up some sweet potatoes next time you’re at the farmers’ market, because you’ll definitely want to bake a batch of crisp and salty sweet potato chips! When it comes to side dishes and snacks, I’m a firm believer in simple methods and simple ingredients, and these handmade […]
