MeFi Projects

A gut-wrenching coming of age story of unlikely alliances, magic, daring escapes, young love, and crime sprees, all squeezed over 2400 baud modems. We're so proud to be finally releasing the entire 6-issue print and web comic Incredible Doom free for everyone to read online, no strings attached. We also made a new little video to give you an idea of what it's like. [more inside]
posted by churl on Sep 17, 2019 - 6 comments

Inspired by my long-held desire to build a virtual pinball cabinet and the quality of the Pinball FX3 port on Switch (not to mention its support for vertical play), I spent the past few weeks building this fully functional Switch-powered pinball cabinet. [more inside]
posted by Kybard on Sep 17, 2019 - 0 comments

I've started a pilot group for a new kind of peer support group in Portland, Oregon as an alternative to 12-step models, SMART recovery, Refuge Recovery, and more. The project revolves around mental health, addiction, harm reduction, social justice, the politics of trauma, self-empowerment, accessibility, and inclusion. [more inside]
posted by mingo_clambake on Oct 19, 2018 - 3 comments

February is one of the slowest months for bike shops in the northern hemisphere, which makes it a great month for people involved with bike collectives to edit this wiki. Two winners will get an organic fair trade chocolate bar. My main goal in posting this to Projects is that I'm hoping you'll tell me if your local community bike shop needs to be added to the list of international community bike organizations. Since you're required to sign up to make an edit (which you're encouraged to do if you want), I would be happy to add it for you if you leave a comment.
posted by aniola on Feb 12, 2016 - 1 comment

A blog compiling easy DIY costume guides from television, movies, and video games. Make a costume for your favorite character this Halloween using stuff you already have in your closet and off-the-shelf items.
posted by thomaspark on Oct 22, 2015 - 2 comments

I recently got harassed in a pretty terrifying way at a punk venue in Austin, Texas. I used my experience as inspiration for a piece that examines why and how harassers are allowed to continue operating within the punk community, as well as how to establish community norms that holds them accountable for their actions. [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on Apr 28, 2015 - 3 comments

I'm working on an easy to read, well-researched guide to help women with healthcare access problems obtain and use birth control methods (hormonal and non-hormonal), emergency contraception, and medical abortion pills. Given the way that these important health issues are treated in the U.S. today, it saddens me that we need this guide but I believe the information is vital. If you are a person who may become pregnant or care about someone who may become pregnant, this guide could be of use--it even teaches a new way to use diaphragms that makes them easier to use, more convenient, and more effective all at once. [more inside]
posted by HowardLuckGossage on Aug 4, 2014 - 0 comments

A new album about love, heartbreak, fractals, and the crystalline moss of self-replicators that blankets this planet. [more inside]
posted by DNAshwood on Jan 2, 2013 - 1 comment

Ever wanted to learn how to pickle? Or stargaze? Or build kites, read tarot, make cheese, or bind books? It's always fun to learn something new, but sometimes you need a tiny nudge. Dabbler picks a topic every month and sends a little package to your inbox: notes, links, book recommendations, and everything else to help get you on your way. [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx on Nov 25, 2012 - 5 comments

I gave a TEDx talk in the Colorado Front Range last month, and the video is finally up. I wish they'd included more visuals (and that the audio was better!) but for better or worse, here it is. It's about the intersection of craft and technology, and how DIYers no longer need to do it all by themselves.
posted by peachfuzz on Jun 11, 2012 - 0 comments

I made a mini-synth and my friend made a film about it.
posted by mhjb on Sep 16, 2011 - 1 comment

If you want to learn how to present food in a unique way for kids parties or any kind of party, check out this collection of food presentation ideas with pictures and step-by-step instructions. I love zoo sandwiches as well as a bicycle, cat and hedgehog food garnishes for kids.
posted by veta7 on Aug 7, 2011 - 2 comments

I made a mind-altering device that uses pulsating light and sound to induce different states in your brain. It is on display this week at Thistle Hall gallery in Wellington, NZ.
posted by mhjb on Aug 7, 2011 - 2 comments

Just self-released my debut LP, Bullet in a Quiver, and thought that fellow MeFites might appreciate it! It's a completely DIY affair, recorded at home in Minneapolis and in the Harvard Lampoon's semi-secret castle headquarters while it was drained of people for spring break. It's a sort of a concept album about cats, hues, prime numbers, alien invasion, and subprime lending, so if you are interested any of those things, however vaguely, by all means, check it out and pass it along! It is free, so ⌘C/⌘V away.
posted by DNAshwood on May 10, 2011 - 2 comments

Free tutorials on how to make edible bouquets - candy bouquets, cookie bouquets, and fruit bouquets... Photos and instructions make the process easy. Kids will love to participate in making edible bouquets. You can suprise your friends and family with unique gifts this holiday season. Get inspired at EdibleCrafts.com
posted by veta7 on Oct 21, 2010 - 3 comments

I built a recumbent (delta style) trike out of three salvaged bikes, plywood and other miscellaneous stuff. No welding. The link provides all the details of the project. Inspiration for you to build one, too.
posted by mbarryf on Jun 7, 2010 - 2 comments