How-To: Scallop Skirt
Pair this cute scallop skirt with some tights and boots, and you’ve got the foundation for a perfect fall outfit. Check out the full tutorial from Jacinda of Prudent Baby to see how to make your own.
Kids & Family
How-To: Fisherboy Shorts
I’m smitten with this tutorial for fisherboy shorts; it’s an easy way to turn a regular shorts pattern into charming bloomers! This is geared at kids, but I might just make a pair for myself.
Super Simple Copper Etching — Sylvia’s Mini Maker Show
Did you ever want to upgrade your bread-boarded circuits to something more permanent? Or maybe you’ve got a hankering to make your own metal Jelwery? Today Sylvia will show you how you can do both with super simple copper etching. More info: http://wp.me/p1CIX9-tbq
How-To: Mini Felt Bow Hair Clips
I realize these cute felt bow hair clips from Disney of Ruffles and Stuff are meant for kids, but I have to admit … I wouldn’t mind wearing them myself. Get the full how-to over on her blog.
Book Review: Sewing for Boys
I am so excited about this book. If you have a little boy, you will have already noticed that not only is it hard to find cute boy clothes, it’s just as hard to find cute boy patterns so you can make your own. Enter Sewing for Boys, by the ladies who brought you Patterns […]
MicroRAX/NXT Robot Class
A Seattle organization called Xbot Robotics held a workshop where students built robots using MicroRAX girders and NXT microcontroller bricks. I love the top photo above with the mecanum wheels; all three were built by the students. The introductory lesson for how to build a four-wheel chassis included the purpose and structure of a chassis, […]
How-To: Hobby Horse
Here in Texas, Rodeo season is always a big part of spring. As a kid, we actually had a “Rodeo Day” holiday off from school (no kidding). When my kids started school, the trend moved more toward having a kid-centered rodeo at the school. Parents were encouraged to make simple homemade stick horses to send […]