Posts By Jason Fitzpatrick

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Wake Up To Fun By Blasting Your Alarm Clock Into Submission

10:00AM February 14, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

Smashing the snooze button is so quaint. Modify your alarm to shut off when blasted with a phaser gun. More »


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Convert A Cardboard Tube Into A Cheap DIY Macro Extension Tube

8:00AM February 14, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

Save your money for more lenses; convert a cardboard tube and some simple parts into a lens extension tube to take macro photographs on the cheap. More »


Design

Bare Branches: Incorporating Organic Elements In Your Workspace

7:00AM February 14, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

If your office needs a shot of something more organic than your nature desktop wallpaper, you might want to take a cue from today’s featured workspace and bring outdoor elements inside. More »


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Pole Mount An HDTV For Clutter And Cable Concealment

3:00AM February 14, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

This clever HDTV mount doesn’t just float your television between two Stolmen system support poles, it provides a space for wrangling cable clutter and peripherals. More »


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Laser-Cut Yourself A Settlers Of Catan Game Set

11:00AM February 13, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

Surely your company acquired a laser cutter for more pressing matters than creating copies of wildly popular European board games. Disregard that and fire it up this weekend to craft a copy of Settlers of Catan. More »


Work

Relax And Sleep Puts A Soothing Sound Machine In Your Android Phone

9:00AM February 13, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

Android: Relax and Sleep is a free sound-generator for Android phones that makes it easy to create custom sleep soundtracks. More »


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DIY Dust Extractor Keeps Your Workshop Sparkling

8:00AM February 13, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

If you want to keep your workshop extra tidy (and keep dust and debris out away from your electronics if your shop is mixed-use), this DIY “Dust Sniper” dust extractor is a great way to keep things tidy and safe. More »


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Hack An IKEA Lack Table Into A Hi-Fi Rack

7:00AM February 13, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

If you’re looking for a slick stand to showcase some of your electronics gear this DIY project turns an IKEA table into a modern looking stand with integrated wire-concealment. More »


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Soft-Boil A Perfect Egg

3:00AM February 13, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

We’ve shown you some great tricks for hard-boiling eggs over the years, so now it’s time to hone your soft-boiling skills. Check out how to soft-boil a perfect egg. More »


Communicate

How To Quit Your Job With Your Contacts, Credentials And Class Intact

4:00AM February 12, 2011 | Jason Fitzpatrick

Quitting a job and transitioning to a new one is a serious career move. Keep the bridge to your job open and operational with these quitting time tips. More »