Until humans develop a mind–machine link, we’re stuck with keyboards, mice, and number pads. But they don’t have to be the boring beige devices of yesteryear: with open source hardware, you can cre…
There are two kinds of workshops: the organic, bottom-up mess of tools, dust, and scrap bits and bobs; and the luxury state of hardware that you could have if you put a bit of time and effort into…
The trouble with capitalism is that you can only buy what someone else wants to sell you: if you want something truly unique you need to build it yourself. Luckily for us – and the makers we’ve rou…
This issue we present to you the best maker tech around – a superb selection of toys to delight, inspire and generally improve your making.
Raspberry Pi 5 robotics. You’ve got your hands on a Raspberry Pi 5 – now use the improved I/O capabilities and processing power of the Raspberry Pi 5 to build a robot that can (almost) think for it…
We’ve had our hands on the Raspberry Pi 5 for a while; now it’s time to put it though its paces. From machine learning to building a home server, we see how the new computer works in the real world.
The inside story of Raspberry Pi 5: faster, better, more power-switchy. How $25 million dollars, 8 years of development and one very highly engineered on/off button combined to make the most Raspbe…
Artificial intelligence is going to be everywhere soon, and if you can control it, you’re ahead of the game. This issue we’re looking at the amazing world of AI: how to create with it, how to spot…
Make the great outdoors even greater, with DIY a selection of electronics projects to put the geekery back into summer.
DIY smart camera Combine the power and versatility of a Raspberry Pi single-board computer with an off-the-shelf camera module and you can do great things. We’ll show you how to automatically take…
There’s a new 3D printer in town – the Prusa MK4. Join us as we go deep into what this new device can do, what makes it stand out from the crowd, and whether it’s worth your hard-earned cash. Free…
Got a 3D printer? Get learning mechanical engineering! Use cams, levers, gears and more to make unique moving machines, all designed for free and printed for the cost of a few grams of filament. It…
With enough inspiration, the world is your playground – that’s why this issue we’re bringing you 16 of the best DIY toys and games to keep boredom at bay.
Bodging electrical components together on a breadboard is all very well, but when it comes to making a circuit permanent, you have to learn to solder. We’ve rounded up the best wizarding wands to…
Flying machines: humans have always dreamed about flight, but with our puny arms and lack of feathers it’s something we’ve struggled with. No more! Join us as we explore the best, cleverest and mos…
It’s not yet Christmas, but we come bearing glad tidings: the supply of Raspberry Pis available to hobbyists is starting to come back to normal. To celebrate, we’re exploring 20 of the best hardwar…
With a little bit of coding, you can breathe life into anything. Discover the building blocks of programming that will take your creations to the next level – whether that’s motors, servos, sensors…
HackSpace issue 60 The Internet of Things is playground for makers. From practical projects such as pet feeders and automatic blind, to silly things like a texting pot plant, there are as many ways…
You might think that the next big leap in 3D printing would come in the form of a pristine white box from a high-end manufacturing facility. You’d be wrong. The hot new thing in 3D printing is an o…
As children we were told not to play with our food. As adults, we can do whatever the heck we like. Join us this month to celebrate the joy of messing around with food, whether that’s grilling chee…
The Raspberry Pi Pico: it’s tiny, it’s fast, it’s versatile, and even more impressively these days it’s available. And now it’s got even better, with the introduction of the new internet-enabled Ra…
From component choice, to packaging, to marketing, to the million other things that you need to do when you scale up production, we’ll help you turn your project into a product – and along the way…
There’s a huge range of computer-controlled machines used by makers – 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC mills and more – but the plotter is the easiest to make. This makes it a great build for getting started in the world of computer-controlled machines. For around £15 you can create your own drawing machine with our guide.
What could be more satisfying than building a whole computer, from scratch? You might think it’s impossible these days, but we’ve found a band of makers who are re-creating the clicky switches and…
Things fall apart, the centre cannot hold. That’s why repair skills are so important! This month we’re talking upcycling — the art of making beautiful new projects out of old junk. Plus: what happe…
The Raspberry Pi Pico: it costs pennies, it’s simple to program with, and it’s really good at getting data in and out. In short, it’s the ideal board for home projects. We’ve hunted high and low fo…
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Human beings come in all shapes and sizes, all abilities and disabilities. So why should we have to fit in with technology, when technology can so easily be changed to suit us? That’s the key quest…
Machine learning used to be the preserve of university research departments with money to burn on high-power, high-cost kit – but not any more! Thanks to a new breed of affordable dev boards, anyon…
There’s a lot be said for LEGO: you can make just about anything with it, including functional pieces. It’s easy to build, break down and re-build with it. And now it’s also easy to program it, to…
When you’ve graduated from breadboards and jumper wires it’s time to tackle electronics the way the pros do it: by making your own PCBs! We’ll take you from beginner to slightly more experienced be…
If your 3D printer is looking a little dusty and unloved, now’s the time to put it to work: we’ve 50 of the best 3D prints to improve your home, office, workshop and more. From functional to frivol…
Anyone can be a scientist, and this issue we’ll show you how. Whether you’re interested in space, traffic, the oceans, or something else, there’s a citizen science project for you. The world has ne…
This issue we’re paying homage to some of our favourite projects built on the Raspberry Pi. We’re living in a golden age for experimentation, accessible making and digital discovery – and a large p…
When Newton spoke of standing on the shoulder of giants, he might have been thinking of the Raspberry Pi Pico and Arduino. We delve deep into the Arduino ecosystem and find out how to harness its p…
The internet of things can work for you: all you have to do is do it yourself! Inside this issue we look at 10 of the best DIY internet of things projects to inspire and delight you, and maybe even…
What do you do when something breaks – do you fix it, or do you throw it away and replace it with something new and cheap? We reckon we know the answer. Join us as we pay tribute to the makers keep…
If you thought you had to spend big to get decent prints, think again. There’s a quality printer out there for you for under £100 – and we’ll help you to find it.
So you’re got a Raspberry Pi Pico – what next? Explore some of the possibilities of this $4 microcontroller in the latest issue of HackSpace, that’s what! We’re going further with the Pico to give…
Introducing Raspberry Pi Pico, the brand new microcontroller from Raspberry Pi. It’s got two cores running at up to 133MHz, a flexible I/O system and it only costs $4 (plus local taxes and shipping). Take a look in HackSpace magazine 39 to find out what’s going on inside Pico and how to get the most our of this new microcontroller board.
This issue we pay homage to some of the makers who are creating their own bit of movie fandom, whether that’s props, costumes, or a great-big Ecto-1. From steel, foam, fabric, 3D printed parts and more, there’s a whole world of creativity born out of the big screen.
Robots were supposed to make our lives easier, but where are they all? Well, it turns out that if you want to have your own electronic companion, you're probably going to have to make it yourself. This issue, we take a look at how to start your own journey to electro-mechanical mastery. We'll show you how to pick the perfect bits for your robot and put them together. What you do with it is up to you.
3D printing is one of the defining technologies of our age, but it can be a little tricky at times. We’ve poked and prodded our experts and squeezed out 60 tips, tricks and techniques to help your 3D printing journey go as smoothly as possible.
Forget the world of work for a while and build a full-sized arcade cabinet, complete with clicky buttons, joystick and even a coin machine to extort money from yourself. We’ll guide you through all the steps needed to make your own personal time wasting machine, from cutting the MDF to setting up your retro gaming platform.
Discover the Feather ecosystem that makes the electronics of your projects as simple as slotting the different modules together. Also inside, we find out what it take to build a full-sized open source robotic dog from YouTube sensation James Bruton and much more.
Nature is the ultimate maker, and this issue we’re looking at hacks that work with the natural world whether that’s to study it, help protect it, or just generally take in its beauty.
This month we're looking at the makers pushing the limits by going higher, faster and further than makers have gone before.
At the moment, lots of us are spending a bit more time at home than usual. Let's make the most of the hacking potential here and upgrade our houses with extra features to make our lives a little easier.
The Arduino ecosystem is fantastic and covers a huge range of hardware and software, but this size can mean some of it's best bits are a little hard to find. In this issue, we pick out our 75 top tips for building awesome Arduino projects
Woodworking has always seemed equal parts challenging and inviting to us. Where do you even start? You start here: we’ve taken the complex art of woodworking and distilled it to the basics. The tools, the materials you need, and a first project that will get you well on your way to building your own unique creations.
You don't have to understand electronics to be a maker, but adding a few billion electrons can add light, interactivity, motion, or (some limited) intelligence to the things you make. In this issue we'll help you get started with electronics and build better circuits.
The Raspberry Pi is the world's favourite little computer. From facial recognition to underwater cameras to smart prosthetic arms, we explore the ways that makers have used the Raspberry Pi to build fantastic creations.
What's the best 3D printer? We asked real users about their experiences with their own printers, and here are the results. Find your perfect 3D printer with out guide.
It's Chriiiisstmaaaas! We've dug through mountains of maker gear to bring you our top picks for maker's Christmas presents. Whether you're looking to treat a loved one, or looking to fill up your own Christmas list, we've got the bits you need.
Learn how to use the ancient art of using yeast to turn sugar into delicious alcoholic (and non alcoholic) drinks. We look at DIY mead, cider, kombucha and beer
Turn to the fun (and dark) side of making with a look at the best crazy, creative Halloween builds around – then have a go at making your own!
Why spend years learning to play a musical instrument when you could program a robot to do it for you? This month, we show you how to build a glockenspiel-playing robot.
Raspberry Pi 4 model B: It’s the new kid on the single board computer block, and it’s got more power, speed, memory, IO options and more, yet it’s still packed into the same credit card sized space…
Maker perfection is a journey not a destination. We’re all permanent students, and there’s always more to learn, so we’ve pulled together 50 of our top maker tips in this issue to help you be a bet…
Robots! We’re living in the 2019, but we don’t yet have robot butlers. We can’t get you all the way to your own electronic servant, but this month we show you how to build your own walking robot. W…
This issue we look beyond the confines of our small planet into the great cosmos beyond. We discover makers building their own satellites, the hackers providing ground support for space craft and f…
Arduinos let you add programable control to your projects in a simple, standardised way. We take a look at how to get started, our favourite Arduino-compatible boards and addons and how to use the…
LEDs are often the first component beginner’s use, but they can also be highly expressive. We look at what it takes to make LED art We also chat with Jasmine Brackett from Tindie and take a look at…
Lights, Camera, Flames! We journey inside the underground bunker of explosive inventor Colin Furze to learn about his record-breaking makes. We also delve further into the world of electronics as w…
Grab your soldering iron, it’s time to make some music. We take a look at how to build a modular synth complete with sequencer. Press the buttons, twiddle the knobs and you’ll be able to create a u…
Turn your hobby into a business and start generating cash from your making. Whether you want to earn a little to spruce up your workshop, or are looking for a change of career, we can help you take…
Five … Four … Three … Two … One. This month we build our own rocket, and you should too. It’s easy to get started and one of the most exciting ways to exercise your maker skills. Oh, and did we men…
Maker hardware – there’s so much around right now, but how do you pick the best bits for your projects? We’ve enlisted the help of Alex Glow, hardware nerd at Hackster to help. We also make a Midi…
Drones, multirotors, flying machines – call them what you like – they’re taking over our skies. We show you how to build your own so you can fully customise it for exactly your needs. We also chat…
Tools: they help us give form to our ideas but which ones to you need? We take a look at 50 of our favourite maker tools to help you equip your workshop. We also build an auto-targeting water canno…
Go behind the scenes at Arduino to find out the story behind the hottest microcontroller releases of the year – the new version of the Uno, the line of MKR boards, and their very first FPGA. Hardwa…
Connecting things you’ve made to the internet allows you to control them from anywhere and put yourself at the centre of an electro-mechanical hive mind. What are you waiting for? It’s time to buil…
We learn all about paper engineering and how to cut, fold and stick makes together with just a few sheets. To get you started, HackSpace mag issue 6 comes with a free paper automaton to cut-out and…
In HackSpace magazine issue 5 Limor Fried of Adafruit teaches us what it takes to make great hardware. We also find out everything there is to know about LEDs, convert a Dremel rotary tool into a t…
This month in HackSpace magazine, we’re looking at wearable tech from fashionable LEDs to complex cosplay builds. We also chat with Guild of Makers head honcho Dr Lucy Rogers, discover the best dis…
In HackSpace magazine issue 3, we look at great builds you can make with parts salvaged from broken bits of technology, meet a group of makers working in disaster zones, learn how to 3D print textu…
In HackSpace magazine issue two, we dive into the world of 3D printing, learn how Bristol Hackspace is helping Braille become more accessible, create the best looking goggles around, and uncover th…
The first issue of HackSpace magazine is here! Join us as we explore thinking machines, build a trebuchet, learn how Arduino changed the world, see how far we can overclock a Raspberry Pi using liq…
