Now there's a humane mouse trap that uses physics — instead of a death grip — thanks to a saint who posted a homemade alternative on YouTube. What you'll need: Some lumber, screws, washers, an empty ...

October 31 is just around the corner — which means it's time to find the best Halloween costume ever! When it comes to an easy homemade costume that's great for all ages, everyone knows there's ...

From an outsider’s perspective, at first it may seem that technology and sustainability are mutually exclusive concepts. But, in fact, the two worlds are inexorably linked. The use of technology ...

Discover three innovative DIY hacks you can try at home using everyday household items! Learn how to make a bottle cap ...

Here’s a pretty easy DIY project, for someone so inclined. I’ll be honest, after checking around a bit on the price of commercial teflon mouse pads, I’m not sure why you’d want to take the time to ...

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Staying warm during the winter is very important, and the local rodents might want to get warm, too. What's a DIY way to keep ...

With just a quick run to the dollar store and your local crafts shop, you can make a spooktastic Mickey Mouse pumpkin planter, filled to the brim with your choice of succulents or flowers. Striking ...

Let’s face it, failed Kickstarters are no good. But they can spark good things, like real versions of technologies that might have actually been faked for the platform. A touchscreen mouse, for ...