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February 5, 2010

Weekend Project: The Arc Light (PDF)

Build an amazing 19th century arc light out of simple materials.
Thanks go to William Gurstelle for the original article in MAKE, Volume 20.

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January 29, 2010

Weekend Project: The UnaBox (PDF)

Make a wooden box that can only be opened if you know the secret. Thanks go to Claudio Bernardini for the original article in MAKE, Volume 20.

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January 22, 2010

Weekend Project: Remote-Controlled Camera Mount (PDF)

Turn your R/C car into a secret spy vehicle with this simple project.
Thanks go to Ben Wendt for the original article in MAKE, Volume 20.
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January 8, 2010

Weekend Project: Rumble Mouse (PDF)

For old style FPS gaming, a cellphone vibrator gives a kick to your clicks.
Thanks go to Greg Lipscomb for the original article in MAKE, Volume 06.
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January 1, 2010

Weekend Project: Retro Wireless Handset (PDF)

Combine new technology with old for a retro bluetooth handset that will get people talking.
Thanks go to Jeff Keyzer for the original article in MAKE, Volume 20.
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December 18, 2009

Weekend Project: Macro Photography On a Budget (PDF)

Pringles-can lens extender produces dazzling ultra close-ups for peanuts.
Thanks go to Haje Jan Kamps for the original article in MAKE, Volume 06.
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you can do over the weekend.

December 11, 2009

Weekend Project: Alien Projector (PDF)

Shine an alien or any other design on a wall with this $5 LED projector.
Thanks go to Brian McNamara for the original article in MAKE, Volume 16.
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you can do over the weekend.

December 4, 2009

Weekend Project: Rubber Band Power (PDF)

Build a fun-for-all-ages mini car launcher for next to nothing.
Thanks go to Nancy Dorsner for the original article in MAKE, Volume 20.
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you can do over the weekend.

November 27, 2009

Weekend Project: Bike Repair Stand (PDF)

Work on your bicycle the easy way with this inexpensive and easy to build bike stand.
Thanks go to Shaun Wilson for the original article in MAKE, Volume 18.
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you can do over the weekend.

November 20, 2009

Weekend Project: Beetlebot (PDF)

Simple robot from your parts bin that avoids obstacles.
Thanks go to Jerome Demers for the original article in MAKE, Volume 12.
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you can do over the weekend.

November 13, 2009

Weekend Project: Lost Screw Finder (PDF)

Ever have a screw loose? If so, you might need this easy to build attachment to help you find that screw -- including plastic ones that a magnet would miss.
Thanks go to Frank Ford for the original article in MAKE, Volume 13.
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you can do over the weekend.

October 30, 2009

Weekend Project: Evasive Beeping Thing (PDF)

Annoy your friend or co-worker with this high-tech practical joke.
Thanks go to Brad Graham and Kathy McGowan for the original article in MAKE, Volume 14.
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you can do over the weekend.

Here is a link for the corrected schematic.
Use it rather than the schematic in the PDF or article.

October 23, 2009

Weekend Project: The Atlatl (PDF)

Here is an easy to make ancient yet modern device that hurls spears at up to 100mph.
Thanks go to Daryl Hrdlicka for the original article in MAKE, Volume 12.
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you can do over the weekend.

October 16, 2009

Weekend Project: Mini Bike Light (PDF)

Ride safely at night with this easy to make Mini Bike Light.
Thanks go to Trevor Shannon for the original article in MAKE, Volume 14.
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you can do over the weekend.
Here is the modified schematic using the LM3909 chip.

October 2, 2009

Weekend Project: Homebrew Alarm Purse (PDF)

The Alarm Purse is a simple, fashionable way to add an audible alarm to your handbag.
Thanks go to Norene Leddy for the original article in MAKE, Volume 19.
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you can do over the weekend.

September 25, 2009

Weekend Project: DIY Drawer Organizer (PDF)

Organize your kitchen utensils and gadgets with this custom made plexiglass drawer organizer.
Thanks go to Conrad Hopkins for the original article in MAKE, Volume 19.
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you can do over the weekend.

September 4, 2009

Weekend Project: Mini Fume Extractor (PDF)

Candy tin fume absorber helps keep your air clean and your lungs healthy.
Thanks go to Marc de Vinck for the original article in MAKE, Volume 19.
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you can do over the weekend.

August 28, 2009

Weekend Project: Barrel Water Collector (PDF)

Save money while helping the environment with this rustic, wine barrel water collector.
Thanks go to Chris & Michri Barnes for the original article in MAKE, Volume 18.
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you can do over the weekend.

August 21, 2009

Weekend Project: Stun Gun Potato Cannon (PDF)

Launch potato projectiles 200+ yards with this stun-gun triggered, high-powered potato cannon
with see-thru action.
Thanks go to William Gurstelle for the original article in MAKE, Volume 03.
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you can do over the weekend.

August 14, 2009

Weekend Project: Electric Cigar Box Guitar (PDF)

Build your own 3-string, electrified cigar box guitar and make some sweet sounds.
Thanks go to Ed Vogel for the original article in MAKE, Volume 04.
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you can do over the weekend.