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July 23, 2014
Upcycled Vinyl Lamp Shade
If you've got a few LPs lying around that are beyond repair, then you might as well cover some naked bulbs with them like designer Sandman did with this handsome upcycled vinyl lamp shade.
Milwaukee Maker Faire Call for Makers
If you would like to be involved in the Milwaukee Maker Faire, they are accepting maker applications until August 3.
A Robotic Arm Made from Recycled Bicycle Parts
Building an 8'-long robotic arm with a chainsaw on the end is no small feat. Here's how it was done.
How-To: Salvage a Lawn Chair
Instructables member operate has devised a way to kill two upcycling birds with one project stone by resurrecting a broken lawn chair with some salvaged vinyl in this ingenious tutorial.
LittleBits New CloudBit Module Simplifies Internet-Controlled Projects
littleBits formally released their CloudBit module today — and announced a retail partnership with RadioShack that further expands the sales reach of the growing company.
Your Next 3D Scanner May Already Be in Your Pocket
Thinking about buying a 3D scanner? You may already have what you need in your pocket. Smartphones could emerge as a viable platform for quick scanning, which would spawn all sorts of 3D snapshots and Instagram-like 3D exchanges. Autodesk’s 123D Catch is already available, of course, but some new entrants could dramatically […]
July 22, 2014
Singapore Mini Maker Faire July 26 and 27th
The Singapore Mini Maker Faire is back or its third year! Being held at the Senja Cashew Community Club in Singapore, this event boasts roughly 200 makers showing off their work. There will be things from homebrewing beer to electronics and intricate lace work to admire. Aside from the cool […]
How-To: Lamp Made From Old Toys
This illuminating project from My Hobby Point is a great way to create an upcycled conversation piece
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