Papercraft Projects, How-Tos and More for Makers

Let Your Imagination Take Flight with Star Wars-Inspired Quad Builds

I'm a lifelong aviation nut who's been flying RC since I was a kid. I studied Aerospace Engineering at M.I.T. and have been in the aviation industry since graduating in 2007. Currently, I'm a Hardware Engineer at Google.

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May 4th, 2018

When it comes to flying, there are quite a few considerations to think about. Help your Star Wars creations take flight!

Adafruit Previews CRICKIT, Hopes To Make Robotics More Acessible

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

Senior Editor for Make: I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity of the masses! My favorite thing in the world is sharing the hard work of a maker.

I'd always love to hear about what you're making, so send me an email any time at caleb@make.co

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May 1st, 2018May 1st, 2018

There have been a rash of short videos popping onto the Adafruit youtube channel recently that depict Limor Fried showing off a new board driving some fun cardboard based projects. This new board, which we can hear Limor explain is the CRICKIT, appears to be in prototype stages. It got me really curious. Here it […]

Weekend Watch: Explore the Miniature World of Landvaettr’s Lair

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. And he has a new best-of writing collection and “lazy man’s memoir,” called Borg Like Me.

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March 17th, 2018March 17th, 2018

Enter a miniature fantasy world built from little more than coffee stirrers, foam, toothpicks, paint, and glue.

Craft Your Own Paper Board Game

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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March 16th, 2018March 15th, 2018

You don’t need high tech gadgets to have fun. With some pens, paper, and imagination, you can craft your own board game.

Maker Pro News: Football Maker Pros, Nintendo Explores Papercraft, and More

By DC Denison

DC Denison

DC Denison is the co-editor of The Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection of makers and business. That means hardware startups, new products, and market trends.

DC manages customer stories at Acquia, the digital experience company.

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By Jon Christian

Jon Christian

Jon Christian is the co-editor of the Maker Pro Newsletter, which covers the intersection between makers and business. He's also written for the Boston Globe, WIRED and The Atlantic.

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January 29th, 2018January 26th, 2018

This week, read up on how maker pros are affecting the American football industry, Nintendo is exploring papercraft projects, and more.

Papier Macine Launches Beautiful Educational Kickstarter

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

Senior Editor for Make: I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity of the masses! My favorite thing in the world is sharing the hard work of a maker.

I'd always love to hear about what you're making, so send me an email any time at caleb@make.co

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