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November 2, 2015

Nightmare Effects: The Evolution of a Horrifying Character Mask

BITD_Diana_CU_JR-lighterLearn how Oakland, California-based Pandora FX special effects brought the stuff of nightmares to life for a short indie horror film.

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Published on November 02, 2015 05:00

October 31, 2015

Photographer Whimsically Augments Reality with Papercuts

Arc_de_Triomphe_ParisBritish photographer Paperboyo uses papercuts and forced perspective to make humorous and whimsical comments on the world's landmarks.

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Published on October 31, 2015 12:30

This Foosball Table Is Made Almost Entirely from Cardboard

With nets placed, the game is ready!You can make your own foosball table for about $5. All you need is cardboard, dowels, glue, and a marble or ping pong ball.

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Published on October 31, 2015 08:00

Add a Simple Circuit Breathing LED Effect to Your Pumpkin

blinkpumpkinCreate a cool, breathing LED lighting effect for your Halloween pumpkin using an analog circuit. No microcontroller required!

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Published on October 31, 2015 05:00

October 30, 2015

Exclusive Interview: Meet Dr. Dava Newman, Deputy Administrator of NASA

this-new-form-fitting-spacesuit-could-revolutionize-how-astronauts-move-in-spaceI had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Newman before the Tested Live Show last week in San Francisco to talk about the Maker Movement, The Martian, and the importance of olive oil.

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Published on October 30, 2015 15:34

12 More 3D Print Projects for Halloween

Creepy prints for halloween: Zombie Cup of doomBust out the 3D printer for these creepy last-minute Halloween decorations.

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Published on October 30, 2015 10:56

Cleveland’s Thinkbox Is a Big Bet on University Makerspaces

Carrionn, Zuri and SeanEarlier this week Case Western Reserve University unveiled thinkbox, their new seven-story makerspace in Cleveland, Ohio. A local high school follows their lead with their own makerspace in the works.

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Published on October 30, 2015 08:33

Easy No-Carve Pumpkin Idea: Star Wars BB-8

Screen Shot 2015-10-29 at 2.54.23 PMSee how one Maker created a BB-8 from a pumpkin, a soda bottle, and some papier-mâché.

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Published on October 30, 2015 07:00

Make the Most Adorable Praying Mantis Costume Ever

Zoe modeling her costumeThe phrase "cute as a bug" finally makes sense! Learn how Zoe and her mom made this amazing praying mantis costume.

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Published on October 30, 2015 06:30

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