DIY Couch
Project log of a homemade couch with a lot of storage-space, moving back and integrated additional seats…
DIY Projects
Shake and turn to advance the MP3 track
Here’s an interesting MP3 player concept. Move the cube in a specific direction to advance the track through a built-in accelerometer detecting force. Similar to Apple’s iPod shake function in their new Nano, we like the DIY sensibilities and industrial design of this little guy. Motion Controlled MP3 Player via Hacked Gadgets
In the Maker Shed: Mignonette Game Kit
I received a lot of positive responses from my last “In the Maker Shed” videos, so I decided to do another. This time it’s the Mignonette game system. It’s really easy to make, and a lot of fun to program. You can pick one up in the Maker Shed. Mignonette is a do-it-yourself electronic game […]
Linoleum Asphalt Mosaics – CRAFT Video Podcast
Linoleum asphalt mosaics, also called Toynbee Tiles, are artworks permanently embedded in pavement. In this video I’ll show you how to construct your own from inexpensive materials. You can get real linoleum (don’t use vinyl flooring) for this project by ordering free samples online. By cutting out a mosaic design in the linoleum and sandwiching […]
Moon light displays realtime phases
Here’s a good idea – take something fun and make it functional. Hmmm, let’s say a remote-controlled moon light for instance … I decided that it would be more interesting if the model moon actually reflected the current phase of the moon based on the date. I did this by replacing the original PCB with […]
Portable USB charger will make you never miss a beat
Here’s a cool how-to on building a portable USB charger for your gadgets. We’ve covered similar builds like this on Make before, but this one has a good parts list and walks you through each step of the build with attention to detail. This kind of thing is handy when you need to charge your […]
Magnetic drum system can teach you how to play it
“FielDrum” is an acoustic drum built with a system of magnets that pull the performer’s hits so that they complete the correct drumming motion. Imagine if you were learning to play and your instructor was always there, guiding your hits to the correct location on the drum. The system emulates this sensation through controlled magnetism. […]