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We’ve dusted off the laser cutter, brought out the craft supplies, and we’re eager to get back into the maker game. As we continue to work towards our ultimate goal of opening a makerspace, in the meantime we’ve decided to host a quarterly workshop series titled, Cultural Creations. Our inaugural workshop will focus on Día Read More …
In honor of National Flower Day and the start of Spring, we’re sharing how we made a laser cut wooden planter box. Last year we were approached by a local library to create an activity for their fifth anniversary. We knew the event was outdoors, and that we wanted to create something that would keep Read More …
Within the past year, our DIY skills have improved. Gone are the days when we nearly sliced our fingers while constructing our first DIY Fiesta medal. Today, we’ve brought out the big guns in the form of a laser cutter, and some good old fashion elbow grease. Now, we’re sharing our love of DIY Read More …
As the holidays approach, it seems everyone wants a gift that is both thoughtful and easy on the wallet. DIY gifts are a great approach because they add a homemade touch, allowing your personality to show while also being budget-friendly. The following are five customizable gift ideas for anyone in your life: Terrarium Jar This may Read More …
My love affair with inkodye started when a Darby Smart subscription box came in the mail last fall. I received a sunfold printing kit, and got to work. I’m usually the type of person to botch a craft project at my first attempt so I was dreading what the outcome would be with this project. Read More …
Make San Antonio rocked out a Corner Radius Router Jig … whew that’s a huge name for such a little thing. It’s a template for a router to follow and cut rounded edges on a piece of wood. A woodworking friend challenged us to get it done and we blew him away with the final Read More …
Our two favorites would have to be GoogleSketchUp and OpenSCAD. OpenSCAD is completely free and has a solid base in CAD modeling. OpenSCAD is a bit more complicated than Google SketchUp, when it comes to a learning curve, but you can do some amazing things once you learn how to use it correctly. In addition you’ll gain a Read More …