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October 23, 2013
How Chris Anderson Got Into the Drone Business
Ex-WIRED editor, GeekDad founder, and DIYDrones bossman Chris Anderson talks about his interest in drones and robotics.
Zombify Yourself…for Real!
Zombies have to be one of the most iconic halloween costumes out there and with the popularity of AMC's "The Walking Dead", they are only getting better. However rather than going to the store and buying one of the many pre made outfits, with some liquid latex, torn up toilet tissue, a bit of cheap makeup, and a health dose of blood you can easily turn yourself into the walking dead.
October 22, 2013
There’s Something About Women and Science
It seems like every single day I read about a new report, initiative, competition, or program geared toward getting more women involved in science, or investigating why there are not more women in science to begin with. If you want to see girls in science making themselves and everyone around them proud, then get thee to a Maker Faire!
Review: Dr. Klick’s Kit Dental Tools
$35 duluthtrading.com Frankly, dentistry gives me the creeps. So my fascination with dental tools may be of the morbid variety. Nonetheless, when I saw this set of consumer-priced dental picks and tools from Duluth Trading, they began to whisper to me. I had to have them. The tweezers are perfect […]
Review: 3M Scotchlok IDC Butt Connectors
3M’s Scotchlok brand quick connectors are incredibly handy for loose wiring jobs. Much faster, better looking, and (we expect) more durable than wire nuts. 
Review: Lomography Konstruktor DIY Kit
The Lomography Konstruktor DIY Kit comes with beautiful packaging and clear enough instructions, and shooting with finished camera is a unique experience. Get this for anyone looking for a fun kit experience, especially Instagram enthusiasts who may appreciate being reminded what their favorite filters are based on.
Upcycled Component Organizer
We recently attended the Mach Mini Maker Faire, and took along our upcycled mobile component store/ organizer. It got quite a bit of attention: reactions varying from delighted chuckling, to quiet nods and “I’m going to have a go at making one when I get home” noises. This is the […]
Fan-Built Lego Friends Science Class
Yvonne Doyle's Science Class model details a Friends set that ought to exist, but doesn't. 
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