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  1. Want an extra cool BT earpiece? Build one into a Star Trek Communicator! http://bit.ly/1Y13qP10:00 AM Nov 6th from TweetDeck
  2. When rolling up power cords, start at the power source; unplug first and don't get shocked if the cord is frayed. (v @chrisspurgeon)9:49 AM Nov 3rd from TweetDeck
  3. Got tips for makers? Reply @make_tips9:34 AM Nov 2nd from TweetDeck
  4. Very thin photo-mounting tape is great for holding PCBs on cross-slide table during drilling. http://bit.ly/3pOca (v @unixbigot)8:09 AM Oct 28th from TweetDeck
  5. Keep a coin cell battery on hand to quickly check polarity on leds. (via @3leftturns)9:43 AM Oct 27th from TweetDeck
  6. PCs in craft/workshops suck in lots of dust (and pet hair). Clean them every 6 mo. to avoid overheating and fan noise. (v @monkeysailor)10:03 AM Oct 26th from TweetDeck
  7. Tips for repairing your shoes: http://bit.ly/3AOPDU6:01 PM Oct 22nd from TweetDeck
  8. Patio cleaner is really just hydrochloric acid. Mix with hydrogen peroxide from the chemist to make PCB etching solution. (v @monkeysailor)10:05 AM Oct 21st from TweetDeck
  9. 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 @monkeysailor)9:06 AM Oct 19th from TweetDeck
  10. Looking for an unorthodox piece of furniture? Try craigslist, both in the "for sale" and "free" sections.12:04 PM Oct 16th from CoTweet
  11. Just nominated @make_tips for Best Brand Use of Twitter http://mashable.com/owa #openwebawards6:25 AM Oct 16th from Mashable Connect
  12. For a cushioned, waterproof, openable project box lid , use a bead of silicone sealant; let set before closing. (via @strikingdragon)8:44 AM Oct 15th from TweetDeck
  13. Cutting material? Cut the biggest pieces first; if you make a mistake, use the material to make smaller parts. (via @cibomahto:)8:58 AM Oct 14th from TweetDeck
  14. Got DIY tips? reply @make_tips !7:44 AM Oct 12th from TweetDeck
  15. Tool tip for cutting header pins with flush clippers: http://bit.ly/ZbVRK11:28 AM Oct 9th from TweetDeck
  16. Traveling with your favorite screwdriver? Make sure it's <=7" and pull it out of your bag; they'll be measuring it. (via @laserdog)4:06 PM Oct 8th from TweetDeck
  17. Breadboarding with servos? Make patch leads from header pins, ribbon cable and hot glue: http://brizzly.com/pic/728 (via @unixbigot)8:55 AM Oct 7th from TweetDeck
  18. 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
  19. 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 @robacarp)5:11 AM Oct 2nd from TweetDeck
  20. zip ties: keep them around, you'd be surprised whey they come in handy!2:34 PM Oct 1st from TweetDeck