Whaddup Nerds? Martina here! It’s May already. Still too cold here up north to really feel the spring, though. Hopefully the sun finds its way here soon. Well, with this season it’s also time for exams and too little spare time. I’m writing my bachelor’s thesis at the moment, and I also have another exam […]
Month: May 2017
DIY: Gandalf vs. Balrog Shadow Box
VIDEO: WRITTEN GUIDE: I love the feeling and depth that shadow boxes have, and thought it would be a perfect way to display the fighting scene between Gandalf and the Balrog! Supply list: Red & white LED strips Switch Power connector Printed template Thick paper MDF Cardboard Aluminium foil Tools used: Hot glue gun […]
HOW-TO: Custom Glossy GameCube Controller
VIDEO: WRITTEN GUIDE: Got an old Gamecube controller that needs some attention and love? Give it some new life with this spray paint job! Supply list: Auto-Air Automotive Airbrush Colors Clear coat spray Triwing screwdriver (useful for all Nintendo consoles and controllers) Tools used: Airbrush Silhouette Cameo 3 Wet sandpaper (600, 1000, 1500, 2000 […]
HOW-TO: Create the Companion Cube from Portal
VIDEO: WRITTEN GUIDE: I’ve never worked with foam in a project before, so I figured I could try to make a storage box that looks like a Companion Cube from Portal to test that out! Here’s what we’ll need: Supply list: MDF Acrylic glass Acrylic paint LED strip LED controller 3 cm thick foam 1 […]
HOW-TO: Music Reactive Desk Light
VIDEO: WRITTEN GUIDE: Hi! In this build we’ll make a good looking light that dances to all sounds and music, using simple components and some basic Arduino programming. It makes an awesome effect while standing on the desk when gaming, playing music, and anything else that makes sound really. Let’s get going! (Click here to download […]