make_tips
- Want an extra cool BT earpiece? Build one into a Star Trek Communicator! 10:00 AM Nov 6th from TweetDeck
- When rolling up power cords, start at the power source; unplug first and don't get shocked if the cord is frayed. (v @)9:49 AM Nov 3rd from TweetDeck
- Got tips for makers? Reply @9:34 AM Nov 2nd from TweetDeck
- Very thin photo-mounting tape is great for holding PCBs on cross-slide table during drilling. (v @)8:09 AM Oct 28th from TweetDeck
- Keep a coin cell battery on hand to quickly check polarity on leds. (via @)9:43 AM Oct 27th from TweetDeck
- PCs in craft/workshops suck in lots of dust (and pet hair). Clean them every 6 mo. to avoid overheating and fan noise. (v @)10:03 AM Oct 26th from TweetDeck
- Tips for repairing your shoes: 6:01 PM Oct 22nd from TweetDeck
- Patio cleaner is really just hydrochloric acid. Mix with hydrogen peroxide from the chemist to make PCB etching solution. (v @)10:05 AM Oct 21st from TweetDeck
- If you don't have a small drill bit handy, a headless nail or even a piece of stiff wire will do the trick! (via @)9:06 AM Oct 19th from TweetDeck
- Looking for an unorthodox piece of furniture? Try craigslist, both in the "for sale" and "free" sections.12:04 PM Oct 16th from CoTweet
- Just nominated @ for Best Brand Use of Twitter 6:25 AM Oct 16th from Mashable Connect
- For a cushioned, waterproof, openable project box lid , use a bead of silicone sealant; let set before closing. (via @)8:44 AM Oct 15th from TweetDeck
- Cutting material? Cut the biggest pieces first; if you make a mistake, use the material to make smaller parts. (via @:)8:58 AM Oct 14th from TweetDeck
- Got DIY tips? reply @ !7:44 AM Oct 12th from TweetDeck
- Tool tip for cutting header pins with flush clippers: 11:28 AM Oct 9th from TweetDeck
- Traveling with your favorite screwdriver? Make sure it's <=7" and pull it out of your bag; they'll be measuring it. (via @)4:06 PM Oct 8th from TweetDeck
- Breadboarding with servos? Make patch leads from header pins, ribbon cable and hot glue: (via @)8:55 AM Oct 7th from TweetDeck
- Always have some kind of tool with you. If not a multitool, try a small pair of scissors.7:34 AM Oct 5th from TweetDeck
- A bit of Vaseline sticks o-rings and seals in place while you get the rest of the parts ,esp. useful for watch water seals (via @)5:11 AM Oct 2nd from TweetDeck
- zip ties: keep them around, you'd be surprised whey they come in handy!2:34 PM Oct 1st from TweetDeck
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