Oral History Listening Booth

Our very own David Levin has been involved with a project called the “Oral History Listening Booth”-—It’ll be at the Boston Public Library’s JP branch for one week. It’s an antique phone booth and payphone that he modified to play […]

Tree-stump planter

A rotten old tree-stump might be high-class living for the Common pillbug, but it could probably use some sprucing up before you invite over the in-laws. The good news is that if you’ve got rot in just the right place, […]

Project: Eclipse Viewer

Didn’t make it to the library for a pair of eclipse glasses? Still want to experience the eclipse? Check out Boston Makers’s Eclipse Viewer, designed by Vinnie Zoutenbier, and perfect for viewing with a group of friends! Simply print the PDF […]

Picket Fence Repair

After being battered by many long New England winters, facing near collapse and the constant withering eye of my wife, I couldn’t get away with it any longer. Our little garden fence needed a proper springtime fix–and more than some […]

Logo and Nexo Blade

Hacking bar codes for your LEGO® set

Building with LEGO® blocks is a fun way to capture young imaginations. Modern LEGO sets have become very elaborate, like the new Nexo Knights. These sets come with Nexo Powers, which are little shields that have a small picture on them, representing […]

Spin Cycle Part 1: Design and Build

Our Microcontroller Club dedicated many evenings and weekends to learning and creating something new to them: a bicycle-powered spin art machine we dubbed the Spin Cycle. Check out photos of their work, from designs and models to drilling and final touches. […]