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The deceptively simple wire coil that proves incredibly useful in the world of electronics - the inductor's ability to store energy in an electromagnetic field is the key to making transformers, electromagnets, and many more component's functionality. It ...

Learn how to make a cheap and effective fire starter made from an old t-shirt.

Looking at radio communication devices of the future from the past, Diana Eng thought it would be fun to have a Star Trek Original Series Bluetooth communicator for a cell phone. She worked with Dave Clausen to hack one together from a toy Star Trek ...

Are your pants too long? Learn this basic sewing project to make them fit perfectly, and save a trip to the tailor.

Annoy your friends or co-workers with this high-tech practical joke.

Here is an easy to make ancient yet modern device, the Atlatl, that hurls spears at up to 100mph.

The Gakken Cross Copter EX kit has two contra-rotating rotors, driven by one small electric motor that's connected via a cord to the hand-powered generator. Available in the Maker Shed makershed.com

This week I'll show you some more metalworking techniques including files, rotary abrasives, and how to make a ball-head rivet with a butane torch.

Ride safely at night with this easy to make Mini Bike Light.

Check out an old-school pecan crusher made out of junk parts found in a man-cave.

Fall is the perfect time for hiking, it's not too hot and not too cold. Last weekend I took a day trip to hike up High Mountain in New Jersey and activate SOTA summit W2/NJ008. It's really easy to set up an HF portable radio and not a whole lot to carry ...

The Homebrew Alarm Purse is a simple, fashionable way to add an audible alarm to your purse.

Here's an introduction to a fun knitting technique that's often considered "too advanced" for hobby knitters: cables.

Organize your kitchen utensils and gadgets with this custom made plexiglass drawer organizer.

This week Tamie Snow shows us how to finish up the Fuzzy Panda Amigurumi doll by attaching the limbs and sewing the head to the body on this week's CRAFT Crochet-Along sponsored by Lion Brand Yarn. Catch the series:

Zontee Hou shows Natalie and Becky around the NYC Lion Brand Yarn studio.

Create the illusion of a miniaturized world with this photographic technique.

Kipp Bradford talks about the planning behind Providence's DIY Maker Faire Rhode Island.

This week Tamie Snow shows you how to assemble the pieces of the panda's head for the Fuzzy Panda Amigurumi Crochet-Along on CRAFT, sponsored by Lion Brand Yarn. Check out the full lesson: