DiResta: Gold Ring Mallet
In this episode of DiResta, Jimmy replicates an antique mallet using white oak and brass.
Metalworking
Whether you are creating intricate jewelry or repairs on large machinery and vehicles, metalworking can help make your projects come to life. But it’s not enough to just have the right equipment; knowing a few tips and tricks of the trade will take your creations to the next level! In this blog post, we’ll be discussing some essential metalworking tips that all makers should know in order to perfect their craft.
Watch the Mechanical Gallop of a Beautiful Kinetic Horse Sculpture
This mechanical horse is made completely out of stainless steel and gracefully gallops in slow motion without a sound.
Hear the Homemade Jet Engine Built by a High School Student
At the World Maker Faire in New York, we saw Tomko demo his G1 home-built engine.
DiResta: Locket Star Key
In this video you can see me using steel bricks and metal scraps to make a 3-key star key locket.
MegaBots Nabs Kickstarter Funding, Robot Battle To Come
MegaBots reached its $500,000 goal for the Mk. II giant fighting robot, so the battle with Japan’s Kuratas is on.
Nifty Drill Bit Sharpening Trick
Use two hex bolts to create a super simple drill bit sharpening guide.
6 DIY Swords from Small to Super-Sized
You won’t find these swords anywhere on the market. These Makers handcrafted some serious blades ranging from tiny to over the top.