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Bringing a Father Ted Joke to Life

Posted on June 8, 2025 by Matt Varian
Talking Tape dispenser

Inspired by a gag from a mid-90s sitcom Father Ted, [Stephen] decided to create his own talking tape dispenser. This project is a actually a follow-up to the first version …read more Continue reading Bringing a Father Ted Joke to Life→

Posted in adhesive tape, ESP8266, Microcontrollers, props

Solder Stencil Done Three Ways

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Matt Varian
Laser soldering

This project, sent in by [Henk], goes through a few different ways to make a solder stencil using a vinyl cutter, a CO2 laser, and a fiber laser. The project …read more Continue reading Solder Stencil Done Three Ways→

Posted in fiber laser, laser cutter, PCB Hacks, solder stencil, vinyl cutter

From Burnt to Brilliant: A Toaster’s Makeover

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Matt Varian
Air Fryer rPi upgrade

Appliances fail, but that doesn’t mean it’s the end for them. This impressive hack from [solopilot] shows the results possible when not just fixing but also improving upon its original …read more Continue reading From Burnt to Brilliant: A Toaster’s Makeover→

Posted in cooking hacks, reflow oven, toaster oven, toasters

2025 Pet Hacks Contest: Fytó – Turn Your Plant Into a Pet

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Matt Varian
Fytó pet plant

This entry into the 2025 Pet Hacks Contest is about bringing some fun feedback to normally silent plants. Fytó integrates sensors and displays into a 3D printed planter. The sensors …read more Continue reading 2025 Pet Hacks Contest: Fytó – Turn Your Plant Into a Pet→

Posted in 2025 Pet Hacks Contest, ADS1115, contests, houseplant, Raspberry Pi

Automated Blinds Opener On The Cheap

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Matt Varian
Window Shade Motor

We love seeing hacks that involve salvaging parts from what you have on hand to make a new project work, and this project is a great example of that. [Simon], …read more Continue reading Automated Blinds Opener On The Cheap→

Posted in automated blinds, home hacks, magnetic encoder, repurpose, reuse

2025 Pet Hacks Contest: Aquassist Fish Feeder

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Matt Varian
Aquassist fish feeder

This project submitted to the 2025 Pet Hacks Contest brings a bit of IoT to your finned friends. Aquassist is a fish feeder that is primarily 3D printed only requiring …read more Continue reading 2025 Pet Hacks Contest: Aquassist Fish Feeder→

Posted in 2025 Pet Hacks Contest, contests, ESP8266, Firebase, fish feeder

A UV Meter For The Flipper Zero

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Matt Varian
flipper zero uv sensor

We all know UV radiation for its contributions to getting sunburned after a long day outside, but were you aware there are several types different types of UV rays at …read more Continue reading A UV Meter For The Flipper Zero→

Posted in AS7331, flipper zero, tool hacks, uv sensor

Reading the color of money

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Matt Varian
Dollar bill validator

Ever wondered what happens when you insert a bill into a vending machine? [Janne] is back with his latest project: reverse engineering a banknote validator. Curious about how these common …read more Continue reading Reading the color of money→

Posted in money, Reverse-engineering

Boxie – a Gameboy-Esque Audio Player

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Matt Varian
boxie player

This little audiobook player is a stellar example of the learning process behind a multifaceted project blending mechanical, electrical, and software design. [Mario] designed this audiobook player, dubbed Boxie, for …read more Continue reading Boxie – a Gameboy-Esque Audio Player→

Posted in audio player, cartidge, ESP32-S3, musical hacks, nimh

The Mohmmeter: A Steampunk Multimeter

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Matt Varian
mohmmeter

[Agatha] sent us this stunning multimeter she built as a gift for her mom. Dubbed the Mohmmeter — a playful nod to its ohmmeter function and her mom — this …read more Continue reading The Mohmmeter: A Steampunk Multimeter→

Posted in analog multimeter, gift, multimeter, pi pico, steampunk, tool hacks, woodworking

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