This Tengu clone (Tengu is a toy created by artist / designer Crispin Jones that responds to sound from your computer and makes appropriate facial expressions based on the output) uses a custom-designed PCB with some pretty detailed instructions on how to build your own at the link below. Tengu Clone on PCB
I just got a firsthand look at the Arduino Pocket Piano from Critter & Guitari. Looks like much future fun – expect to see more on it soon.
This papercraft horse kit is motorized for some very realistic movement – cool stuff. (the Cross Eye 3D image above is just fun to look at.) – Battery Powered Kinetic Horse [Thanks, Keener2u!]
Every good instrument deserves an appropriately cool enclosure. After building the Loud Objects Noise Toy kit, I decided to case it up with some added flare. Read on for more pics & info. Related: HOW TO – build the Noise Toy Noise Toy – crash course in programming A friend brought me back a small […]
Have you ever wanted to make or repair your own tarp? Or maybe make a professional-looking flag for your kids’ treehouse? You’re going to need grommets. Nat @ CRAFT writes: ModHomeEcTeacher has a great DIY with her Ten Minute Grommet Workshop, showing you all the great tips for getting a grommet on right!
The MAKE Game of Life kits are back! In 1970, John Conway came up with a 1-player game called Game of Life. The Game of Life is a mathematical game that simulates ‘colonies’ that grow or die based on how crowded or lonely they are and is known for the way it creates a beautiful […]
Hack n Mod has a round-up of useful information and how-tos related to Bondo, the wondrous auto body filler with hundreds of other uses. The Power of Bondo: A Comprehensive Tutorial
