When you picture a steam engine, you likely imagine a giant cast-iron contraption festooned with knobs, valves, gauges, linkages, and wheels. This steam-powered toy boat has no moving parts and...
Posted by William Abernathy
Categories: Science, Kids & Family | 6 Comments
Back in the 1970s, my friend Wayne Gillis and I used to do light shows at science fiction conventions. We had the usual panoply of overhead, slide, and custom-made projectors,...
Posted by Jake Spurlock
Categories: Music, Home | No Comments
I bought a new scanner recently, and soon found myself spelunking through drawers of old photos from my many misspent years in photography. Some of the most interesting shots were...
Posted by Ross Orr
Categories: Photography & Video | No Comments
I love using old machine parts for my projects; often their workmanship surpasses that of anything new, and you can get them cheap or even free. Find a junkyard full...
Posted by John Todd
Categories: Workshop, Machining | 2 Comments
Safely and effectively charge your USB-powered devices when you are away from your computer with this handy charger! Please note: There have been reports that the Minty Boost has issues...
Posted by ladyada
Categories: Computers & Mobile | 1 Comment
Back in the 1970s, my friend Wayne Gillis and I used to do light shows at science fiction conventions. We had the usual panoply of overhead, slide, and custom-made projectors,...
Posted by Mike Gould
Categories: Music, Electronics | No Comments
Beekeeping is an ancient DIY art, practiced by amateurs and makers for centuries. Anyone can produce natural honey at home by making their own hive. Here’s how to build a...
Posted by Abe Connally
Categories: Woodworking, Food & Beverage | No Comments
Add a motor and a track wheel to a toy gyroscope to make it run nonstop and perform tricks.
Posted by Matthew Gryczan
Categories: Electronics | No Comments
Get a lush garden from your laundry water.
Posted by Tim Drew
Categories: Gardening, Home | No Comments
Make a lockable carry-all box from sheet metal.
Posted by Frank Yost
Categories: Machining, Fun & Games | 1 Comment
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