I’ve been playing with epoxy resin a whole bunch lately. I’ve seen a lot of these online and the mermaid in me just HAD to try making one. Then the LED artist in me had to make it light...
I refinished this old stained end table with epoxy resin and mica powder and I’m just delighted with how it turned out. I’m feeling more and more confident about resin projects – I’ve been doing them for a couple...
I just finished my latest tutorial over on the Adafruit Learning System: make a Burning Wizard staff. It’s got it all: LED NeoPixel lights, sound effects, and motion reactivity to trigger the different animations and modes. It turned out amazing!...
My Tree Ent Lives! I have completely made over my guest room. It’s glorious. I’ve been having such a fun time with this project and it’s nearly complete. I’m so very delighted with how it’s turned out. (Full build...
This week’s project is an upcycled book case, painted with chalk paint. I’m absolutely delighted with it. I’ve had this little book case for probably 15 years. I got it at a thrift store probably 3 houses ago and...
I just published a new tutorial: create amazing cosplay glowing crystal gems! From the guide: Crystal Gems will always save the day! Create a stunning paper craft crystal from laminated cellophane wrap. Add NeoPixels and watch it sparkle! We’ve...
I may have outdone myself this year for Halloween. It took me months of trying, failing, swearing, and trying again. I’m such a noob when it comes to animatronics and robotics. But I’m really pleased with how this turned...
I just published a new tutorial at the Adafruit Learning System: it’s a quick and easy Neopixel Jewel necklace. This is a really simple project but it’s oh-so pretty and sparkly when it’s done! It’s also really easy...
I just finished making this gorgeous brand-new Ariel cosplay mermaid tail. (Awesome underwater photos here!) It’s made from neoprene and lots of paint with a custom made translucent monofin inside the fluke. I’ve been using this handmade Ariel tail for 3...
My second Adafruit tutorial post is live! Cosmic Turtle Loves you. Check it out! I made this for my brother’s girlfriend as a Christmas gift and I loved it so much that I wanted to make myself one too.....
