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Filament Friday: 3D-Fuel’s Biome3D Is a Plant-Based Plastic

If you are looking to add a luster to your prints without the hassles of post processing, this is a great choice that comes with a nice environmental bonus.

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How to Build a Tabletop Light Box

John Park shows you how to make a tabletop photography light box that assembles with simple magnetic catches.

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Germany Ignites Creativity with 7 Huge Maker Faires in 2017, Starting with Ruhr

Ruhr, Germany, is getting ready for a Maker Faire this weekend, full of exciting projects to explore. Check out these 5 exciting things we're looking forward to.

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Crowdfunding Tips and Tricks for Creators and Backers Alike

Crowdfunding is a fast-moving target these days, with niche sites emerging, a growing ecology of support services, the emergence of equity funding, and more. After talking to makers who’ve both successfully launched and backed projects, and to those in the crowdfunding business, we put together this collection of tips, tricks, […]

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9 Biohacking Projects and Resources to Inspire Your Next Experiment

Whether you’re converting your garage into a full blown lab or trying a few fun experiments, here are a few projects for anyone!

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The Art of PCBs and Gonzo Circuits

Etching art, whimsy, and improvisation into your circuit boards.

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The MakeShift Challenge: Survive a Deserted Island

Can you find water and survive on a deserted island?

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This Steampunk Remote Controls the Radio with Style

When you pick up the remote control to your stereo, are you pleased with how it looks? Most of us don’t put much thought into it, because they’re typically so bland that they’re nearly invisible. Michael Greensmith (@Bricabracwizard) wanted to take a different approach. “I wanted a remote control that’s so […]

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Maker Spotlight: Cynthia Cho

Meet Cynthia Cho

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Rallying the Community for a Maker in Need: Joey Hudy Recovery Fund

We've watched Joey grow up in the maker community. Now he needs our support.

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