OK, I’ll admit it: it’s rare that I come across a do-it-yourself project that even for a moment makes me consider getting off my lazy arse to actually make something. This compass-inlaid table points me in that direction.
If only I had testosterone floating through my body instead of oestrogen, I’d be wearing this watch. Available on pre-order now for $US250. [Watchismo via BoingBoing]
No matter how bored you are these holidays, or how high/drunk from all the snaffling and quaffing of meat pies and Baileys, please don’t make this snow dome sundial/compass/spirit level watch. Promise me? [Instructables]
When compasses and GPS fail the Catlin Arctic Survey expedition, they go with a low tech “gadget” to help them navigate the freezing wastes and find their bearing: A lacy pair of panties.
