Posts tagged: awesome
Best Hand Painting Art Ever.
By ChrisjobDude...I thought shadow puppets were cool.
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, but I think these unbelievable hand paintings prove that our extremities can be equally expressive. After all, our opposable thumbs make us human, right? Well, that and a penchant for complex and abstract reasoning, language, and introspection.
Interactive Ping Pong Table/Virtual Aquarium.
By Chrisjob
Craig Wisneski, Julian Orbanes, Ben Chun and Professor Hiroshi Ishii from MIT were quite busy. Ten years ago, they created PingPongPlus, an enhanced version of the classic game that "features a "reactive table" that incorporates sensing, sound, and projection technologies. Projectors display patterns of light and shadow on the table; bouncing balls leave images of rippling water; and the rhythm of play drives accompanying music and visuals » READ MORE
Simpsons Cupcakes.
By ChrisjobEveryone's favorite animated family get a fondant facelift. Veronica writes, "My niece Yana is celebrating her fourth, not fifth birthday (She's a giant!) on April 6, and as a present, I made some Simpsons cupcakes! I have never tried making traditional fondant before and was honestly intimidated by it. After 'bugging' Gel Colet with questions on gumpaste, royal icing and fondant (Thanks and sorry Gel!), I decided to not do any of the aforem » READ MORE
Real Life Scrubbing Bubbles!
By beccajo
I don't know about you, but I'm gonna go to my favorite salvage place, Ax-Man, on my way home from work, and unleash one of these babies to clean my shower!
The Brick Testament: The Bible Told in Lego.
By Chrisjob"When it comes to telling stories with Lego, Brendan Powell Smith isn't messing around. He turned to the greatest story ever told for inspiration. The Brick Testament is a collection of photos illustrating [Biblical narratives] using only real Lego pieces from the 60's to today."
In total, The Brick Testament has Legoed over 336 Biblical stories.
Click here to check out the Brick Testament Book on Amazon.
Via and quote: Retro Thing.
Sculptured MDF Panels.
By ChrisjobThese sculpted MDF panels from Panelmax are sharp as can be. They come in standard 4' x 8' sheets, and install with zclips and construction mastic.
Snapable Cups!
By ChrisjobDrink in the coolness of Inv/Alt Design's Snap Cups. They're cups, and they have a snap on them.
You could snap them together, snap a handle on them, or snap on a wine glass stem.
I guess if you've got ceramics skills you could try a DIY route, but these are cool enough to warrant a purchase.
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How to Make a Jean Purse
By threadbangerHow to Make a Jean Purse
If you have an old pair of jeans that are absolutely unwearable, don't worry there's still hope. Make those jeans into something really special like a jean purse!
But don't forget to check out the full episode from Threadbanger, here and get into some gnarly DIY fashion. For even more projects and how-to's check out our blog!
Shaping the Bag
First, take out a pair of old jeans, hold them up so the front and back waist » READ MORE
Endlessly Customizable Toast!
By Chrisjob"Nothing gets your morning going like a cup of joe and a piece of toast slathered in your favorite spread. Of course, it can also be the time of day when things are hectic to start. Kids running around, people in and out, everyone trying to remind everyone else about the super important soccer meet after school. Next time, put it on toast.
This toaster by Sasha Tseng incorporates a little message board where one can read quick notes. The message » READ MORE
How to make a Superhero costume
By indymogulHey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode #18 (SuperHero) from IndyMogul. This week we were challenged by the guys over at The Stack. The deal is if I make an "animal themed superhero", Justin has to wear the costume for their entire show. Well BFX stepped up to the plate. Send in your superhero videos and remember you can submit your project ideas here!
Shopping List
- Two yards of cloth fleece.
(I used brown because my costume w » READ MORE
Liquid Floor Tiles
By Chrisjob"Modular Liquid Floor Tiles - Walking on them creates play and movement of light stimulating sensations of nature and atmosphere. The Mono-chromatic tiles leaves a diminishing ray of colors tones the memory trace of a footprint behind. The Bi-chromatic tile stimulates play with colors and forms in continuous evolution. Walking on a LIVING FLOOR is stimulates memories of nature like walking a sandy beach or across a green » READ MORE
Amazing Aquariums.
By ChrisjobSwim over to Mental Floss, where they've gathered a collection of some incredible aquatic containers.
How to make a blood shooter
By indymogulBackyard FX
"Blood Shooter Build"
By: Erik Beck
Hey everyone, below are the detailed plans on how to make a bloodshooter for your indie film. Remember that none of these plans are set in stone. Be creative and improvise if necessary. If you figure out a better way to build this rig, send us an email or submit a video.
Remember to subscribe to our weekly show, Backyard FX on iTunes and stop by our website, Indy Mogul for other great ideas.
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How to make a blood shooter
By indymogulBackyard FX
"Blood Shooter Build"
By: Erik Beck
Hey everyone, below are the detailed plans on how to make a bloodshooter for your indie film. Remember that none of these plans are set in stone. Be creative and improvise if necessary. If you figure out a better way to build this rig, send us an email or submit a video.
Remember to subscribe to our weekly show, Backyard FX on iTunes and stop by our website, Indy Mogul for other great ideas.
Here's the c » READ MORE
How to tailor your own shirt
By threadbangerRecently, we received a video submission from John Paul. He wanted to know how to make a baggy shirt fit, because we all know how expensive it is to get a shirt made specifically tailored for you.
We're going to show you a little method that we think is the best called the "Pinch and Pin"
To watch the entire video, click below. Also, remember to subscribe to our iTunes store for more DIY fashion tips or check out our website, Threadbanger.
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How to tailor your own shirt
By threadbangerRecently, we received a video submission from John Paul. He wanted to know how to make a baggy shirt fit, because we all know how expensive it is to get a shirt made specifically tailored for you.
We're going to show you a little method that we think is the best called the "Pinch and Pin"
To watch the entire video, click below. Also, remember to subscribe to our iTunes store for more DIY fashion tips or check out our website, Threadbanger.
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How to make Zombie Make-up
By indymogulHey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode#4 (zombie make-up). I think every filmmaker has made, or thought about making, a zombie movie. I don't know what it is, but zombies are an irresistible gem in the lexicon of potential movie subjects. As always we invite viewers to improve our design and send us video clips of your projects. All you have to do is upload, and you could be featured in our monthly user submitted podcast.
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How to make a Muppet - Style Puppet
By indymogulMaking your own puppet is easier than it seems and it really fun. Watch our video below or subscribe to iTunes for the latest in how to's projects for your indie films.
Shopping List
- A good-sized piece of Styro Foam or soft Foam.
(This is going to be used to make the all important puppet head. So keep that in mind when deciding on a size. They usually come in blocks or spheres) - One yard of stretchy fleece.
(Color of your choice, this is going t » READ MORE
Remarkable Balloon Creations
By ChrisjobCheck out InspireUnderground's collection of balloon sculptures.
The collection includes furniture, clothing, transportation, and more Disney characters than you can pop a balloon at.
Also, check out some additional ones here, here, and here! Then, someone quickly learn how to do this, and post a how-to for Curbly!
