DIY

October 30, 2018

Creative Dad Crafts the Ultimate Daddy-Daughter Mechwarrior Costume

For many, Halloween is their favorite time of year because they get to show off their creative side. From spooktastic makeup and elaborate costumes to pumpkin carving and frighteningly fun DIY projects, it’s definitely the season to get crafty. One creative who recently pulled out all the stops is a father and uncle who goes by the name Griddlock Cosplay.

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October 9, 2018

NASA’s DIY Moon Calendar Shows the Moon Phase on Any Day of the Year

Ever wonder when the next supermoon or lunar eclipse will be taking place? Whether you're an astrophotographer or simply an astronomy lover, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has made it easy to discover the phases of the moon with a clever DIY project. Their Moon Phases Calendar and Calculator is a fun project that only requires a printer, scissors, a hole punch, some tape, and a brass fastener to complete.

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August 22, 2018

Designer Invents Auto-Hammer That Makes DIY Projects a Whole Lot Easier

If you’ve ever struggled with a DIY project, chances are you blamed your frustrations on the tools you were using. A standard hammer and nail might seem simple, but the dangers of hammering your thumb might just scare you away from home-improvement projects altogether. However, Ohio-based product designer Michael David Young has come up with a solution—an easy-to-use hammer with an integrated nail dispenser.

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August 8, 2018

7 Trendy Upcycling Ideas That Breathe Creative Life Into Everyday Items

We’re conditioned to think that when something is past its prime, it’s time to replace it with something new. But contrary to marketing and advertisements, there are often upcycle possibilities for items that you were going to toss. By adding a little DIY to them, you can breathe new life—and purpose—into them. Best of all, it’s likely to save you money in the process. There are some items that are ripe for upcycling.

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