We've all heard that "if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself." And that’s usually fine when it comes to tasks at work or baking your own birthday cake. But if you want a specific lamp built for your bedroom or a tricked-out bicycle, you might need to acquire some skills before you can get started.
That’s why it’s so impressive when people actually do manage to finish amazing DIY projects that would have never existed without their out-of-the-box ideas. Here’s a list of posts from r/Maker featuring some of the coolest creations and inventions people have made at home. Enjoy scrolling through, and be sure to upvote the ones that inspire you to channel your inner engineer too!
#101 I Made A Miniature (Mostly Correct) Van From The Movie Onward Using A Fire Rescue Van Model Kit And Some 3D Printed Parts I Made
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12points
#103 I Built A Tool That Turns Real Objects Into Accurate Svg/Dxf Files Using Just A Phone Photo Multi-Discipline Project
I’ve been working on a small tool for laser cutting, CNC, and makers, and I wanted to share an early preview to get some feedback before I release it everywhere.
Basically, the tool converts any real object into a millimetre-accurate SVG/DXF using just a phone photo and an A4 sheet for scale.
Here’s an example using a digital caliper case →
I take a photo of the object on an A4 sheet
The software detects the sheet + corrects perspective
It extracts the object outline and generates a clean, ready-to-cut file
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11points
#104 Halo Odst Helmet With Backlit Rgbs And Switchable Transparency Visor
Pretty hyped about this one, the visor needed 20VDC but that kept smoking out Arduino nanos so I used a DC to DC step down transformer to power my Arduino, visor and RGBs off the same battery source
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11points
#106 I Made An iPhone 13 Pro Case That Holds A Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W
I wanted to share a fun project I’ve been working on recently.
I designed and 3D-printed a case called iBerry – it’s basically an iPhone 13 Pro case with a built-in slot for a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. The Pi sits in on the back, with access to GPIO, microSD, HDMI, and USB.
Right now it’s fully compatible with the iPhone 13 Pro, but the plan is to expand it to fit all iPhone models in the future.
Currently, my version is printed in PLA, but i have plan to make it in aluminum for durability and a more premium feel.
The idea is to have a portable device connected to your phone via SSH, powered by an external battery, so you can carry a mini hacking/automation setup in your pocket.
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#107 An E-Ink Conference Badge I Made W/ Nfc To Share My Portfolio
Still a work in progress, hoping to add more features, and make it more polished.
I added an NFC module on the back that lets me share my portfolio when I tap it on a phone.
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#108 I Built A Stirling Engine Road Roller Using 3D Print And Lathe Machine
Self designed all parts and FDM 3d printed
Aluminium machined 2mm wall thickness cylinder to be used as displacer piston
SS310 sheet for cold junction
SS degreased ball bearings for smooth low friction operation
Ethanol as fuel while cold water at cold junction 6. Took around 2 to 3 weeks to finalise the design 7. A fun home project, time well spent
Model is inspired from vintage Steam traction engines
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9points
#109 Spy/Hack Box
Saw someone post their In-box Computer, & unable to post photos in comments… So a new post was Made.
Here it is… my Hack box. In it fits: •A 7” touch screen on the outer case •Runs off Raspberry Pi 3B + •A silly Flipper Zero Named “Kasumi” •Cases contain A CC1101,NRF24,&IR Blaster. •Also in the cases, GPIO wires including 2 Specifically for Sentry Safe Access. •2 Blank re-writable RFID cards •USB w/Linux OS •USB Rubber Ducky •USB Keylogger •A PortaHack RF with 3 Antennas & headphones. •128gb blank memory card •IPhone lighting Memory stick •64gb body spy cam
If I am missing anything lmk!? I’m looking into getting a Chameleon Ultra, M5 Stick, Pawnagotchi, & a Esp32 Lora running meshtastic… If anyone has any experience with these or any regrets buy them, I’d love to hear the input.
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