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Watch How to Make a Stainless Steel Rose

Tuomas Soikkeli shares his technique for hammering and polishing stainless steel metal into beautiful roses.

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Maker Spotlight: Miriam Langer

Miriam, a Professor of Media Arts & Technology, started using Arduino in 2008 to bring new possibilities to her interactive exhibits.

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Tradition, History, and Technology at Maker Faire Beijing

Beijing is a historical city, but its makers focus on innovation and creation in technology and craftsmanship.

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Autodesk Just Gave Every Fab Lab Access to $25,000 in Design Software

Autodesk has just announced that it will be giving away almost $25,000 worth of CAD software licenses to registered Fab Labs.

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Add Texture to Fabric with 3D Shibori Techniques

3D Shibori lets you add texture and flexibility to fabric with thermoplastic qualities. It's easy and requires minimal supplies.

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How “DonorsChoose” Helps Fund School Makerspaces

Using DonorsChoose allows you to create a wish list of items needed for projects and is a great way to get bonus funding.

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Cosplayer Uses Engineering Background for Over the Top Costume Effects

Chrissy of Engineering Couture creates cosplay designs with a mix of artistry and DIY tech. Her steampunk Dalek dress actually has steam!

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Maker Spotlight: Mike Fulkerson

What's the best way to revive American craftsmanship and inspire more hands-on learning? Mike would probably say by building huge steampunk robots.

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Upcycle Window Screens for a Hanging Herb Garden

With two old window screens and some wooden boards you can create a shelf and wire perch for your container garden.

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This Poké Ball Wiggles When Pokémon Are Nearby

This Poké Ball is made to wiggle when there are Pokémon nearby, so you can save your phone for when you need it.

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