The book is articulate, informative, and technically diverse. I consider this book to be the most important and comprehensive print resource to have been produced for the Arduino, and I highly recommend it to anyone that has either used or intends to use the Arduino platform for interfacing with the real world.
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Last year, my Husband and I attended the first annual Maker Faire in North Carolina. My husband, Angus, had already attended numerous Maker Faire events around the country, but this was to be my first time and it was amazing! I had never seen so many crafters, makers, machines or tech type stuff under...
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My daughter’s 13th birthday was fast approaching. As any mother of a pre-pubescent girl knows, turning 13 is huge deal and planning for the event began months ahead. Because my daughter has such unique tastes, she had her heart set on a Japanese themed party for her and her friends. There was one snag...
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Every year I try to make my own cards, but run out of steam half way through my list. This year I decided to make lino prints. I love the way they look, and I ran off a huge batch of them without giving myself a nervous breakdown.
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The only thing better than a jam and cream sponge sandwich, is a jam and cream sponge sandwich with reduced fat. This recipe uses some sneaky tricks to cut down the sponge to it’s bare essentials without compromising on the taste. Although you can use this recipe to make a really big cake, you...
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a super-simple way to use a vintage scarf to brighten up your sitting room
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