Download SkeinFox v1.0 (OS X Leopard or Snow Leopard, git 1.6.5+) and checkout this instructional to see what this is all about. Basically this new software project (launched right here at Hive76!) will make MakerBotting a bit easier for everyone. Watch the video in HD mode for best quality. Join the SkeinFox Google Group to learn more or provide feedback.
MakerBot Workshop #2 Great Success
MakerBot Industries Zach Hoeken came to Philly this past Saturday for Hive76’s second MakerBot WorkShop, and it was, of course awesome. During the class we also built an ABS feed for 3DPO using a Skyhook from Thingiverse and a milk crate.
We had a good turnout, and everyone had a blast. Thanks to all of you who attended. We look forward to seeing you again!
Music Night This Monday
On Monday the 21st, we’ll be having our first ever DIY music night. Anyone with an interest in music –whether its assembling analog effect pedals, designing custom MIDI plug-ins, or modding up a fretless bass — is welcome. Come with your own personal secret project, team up with like minds, or get some guidance from our resident experts. There will be copious supplies of common electronic components (no digikey necessary), several computer workstations, and a good deal of geeky comraderie for inspiration and assistance. This study-group/workshop is open to novices and pros alike.
And feel free to bring a guitar/synth/childrens-toy to jam out on!
MakerBot Workshop #2
The MakerBot workshop is happening right here at Hive76, starring MakerBot co-founder Zack Hoeken. The class is Saturday September 19th, from 1PM to 5PM. You just need to show up on time, and with a laptop, and we do the rest. We’ll teach you everything you need to do a first design, and a first printing using the MakerBot. Tickets for the 4 hours class are $25 (or $5 for students).
**BONUS: If you were a MakerBot Donor you will get a discount code for this class emailed to you. Thanks again!**
PhillyCocoa iPhone Deviation, August 4th, 7-10 pm
Bring a project you’re working on or just a general curiosity about coding for iPhone. Exchange knowledge and improve your apps and their interfaces.
We’re continuing efforts on ShareUrMeal — building an open-source iPhone app to be distributed free on the App Store! You can also come to work on your own projects, learn from others, or help with beta testing :-]
WE DID IT!! HIVE76 is GETTING A MAKERBOT!!!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OUR AMAZING DONORS AND SUPPORTERS!!!
Philly just got a HUGE rapid-prototyping upgrade. HOORAY!!
We have ordered our MakerBot CupCake CNC and it will be here soon! Watch for the upcoming workshop on how to use it, September 19th. YAY!!!
Quickpost: Makerbot Pledgie
Since Jordan went to MakerBot ‘Bot Cave’ opening this weekend, we started to pool money to get a MakerBot 3d Printer.
’nuff said!
PhillyCocoa iPhone Deviation, July 28th, 7-10 pm
Bring a project you’re working on or just a general curiosity about coding for iPhone. Exchange knowledge and improve your apps and their interfaces.
We’ll have guests from a local non-profit to discuss our first group project — building an open-source iPhone app for them pro-bono to be distributed free on the App Store! You can also come to work on your own projects, learn from others, or help with beta testing :-]
PhillyCocoa iPhone Deviation, July 21st, 7-10 pm
Bring a project you’re working on or just a general curiosity about coding for iPhone. Exchange knowledge and improve your apps and their interfaces.
Cardboard Tube Fighting League
This coming Saturday Cardboard Tube Fighting League is invading Philadelphia, and having an event out front of the art museum. To prep for it, some of us built some cardboard armor and equipment at Hive on Wednesday. There are some photos of it up on flickr, and it you want come check out the awesome action in person by the Art Museum Saturday.