Fine, the claws aren't coming out between his knuckles. The point is they are real blades. Ice skating blades, to be specific. Here they've been sharpened to deadly, uh, sharpness. It can cut salami a dozen different ways for sure. The guy wearing them? He's no Logan, and he sure doesn't have … [Read more...] about Asking For Trouble: The DIY Wolverine Adamantium Claws
DIY Projects
Indie Director Shoots Action Flick With DIY Cameras (Video)
Trust us, after you read this, you'll be very interested in the movie. But first, let the facts be laid bare. Evan Glodell recently embarked on an indie film project with a pair of cameras he built from scratch. The first was derived from the SI-2K Mini, a digital cinema camera. The SI-2K, once … [Read more...] about Indie Director Shoots Action Flick With DIY Cameras (Video)
$500 Printed Circuit Board Toilet
What do you get the geeky individual who already has every gadget imaginable? How about a very unique $500 printed circuit board toilet, which has been created and is currently available for purchase over on the Etsy website. The makers, PCB Creations, are well-known for building amazing creations … [Read more...] about $500 Printed Circuit Board Toilet
Wrist Mounted Crossbow Complete With Laser Targeting (video)
If you have always wanted to be able to fire crossbow bolts with the flick of your wrist, this homemade Wristbow complete with laser sights might be just the thing you need to go with your Batman outfit. The DIY wrist crossbow took around 10 days to make from scratch and fires bolts made from … [Read more...] about Wrist Mounted Crossbow Complete With Laser Targeting (video)
Very Impressive: Halo Sniper Rifle In Lego
Firstly: Woah! Second: The detail is incredible. Third: You should read this whole post to learn how it was made. Okay, let's get started. Seen below is the famed Anti-Materiel Rifle from the Halo universe, a dread weapon that has done its fair share of alien extinguishing during the protracted … [Read more...] about Very Impressive: Halo Sniper Rifle In Lego
Eccentric DIYer Builds Google Street View Helmet
Neil Fraser is the kind of geek who's lovable and totally insane at the same time. For Halloween this year, he had a crazy idea involving Google Street View. What he did was build himself a Street View helmet using papier-mâché and an aluminum shell. The result is quite startling. What he … [Read more...] about Eccentric DIYer Builds Google Street View Helmet
Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
In a time when joblessness is a bare fact of everyday life, it's heartening to learn about Ben Wyse's business. Having read his story, it's no exaggeration to call him a true American hero for the simple fact that he pursues an independent livelihood. As the mainman literally driving Wyse Cycles, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Arduino is pretty ubiquitous these days. In fact, that's an understatement. Arduino boards are at the heart of a revolution in electronics. But ever wondered about the people behind it? In a feat of exceptional journalism, David Kushner blows the lid on this incredible company and its origins. The … [Read more...] about Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
As the old saying goes, no matter how good you drive there's always a few idiots out there who'll ruin your day. Also, no matter how good a driver you are, you shouldn't put a cup of boiling hot takeout coffee between your legs. Never! With the advice dispensed for the benefit of the willing, let … [Read more...] about Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
That's about it, really. Imagine a plain wooden desk with an extended arm fitted with a camera. The camera takes pictures of whatever you're doing at the desk and there—a photographic archive of your, uh, desk time. If this strikes you as odd, why, then don't be stricken by oddness. Let us … [Read more...] about Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
Horrific Fire-Breathing Pumpkin A Bad Accident In The Making (Video)
Truth is, you wouldn't want it on your porch when the kids arrive, triggering the fire mechanism and roasting a costumed minor. Next to stuffing a pumpkin with explosives and ball-bearings detonated by a trip wire, this particular DIY project ranks high in the diabolical meter. Despite the obvious … [Read more...] about Horrific Fire-Breathing Pumpkin A Bad Accident In The Making (Video)
Marvel At This Complex Time Twister Lego Clock
This is another one of those really impressive Lego projects that reaffirms your faith in the ubiquitous blocks. Dubbed the Time Twister, this latest build from Hans Andersson is an elaborate timepiece that gives out the time in layers that print the digits. Simply looking at the details gives you … [Read more...] about Marvel At This Complex Time Twister Lego Clock
