SciFri: How To Make Biodiesel
By Erin Gallagher
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Ever wondered how to beat the ever-rising cost of fuel? Many people over the past few years have pioneered the use of waste vegetable oil (WVO) to make biodiesel. Since it is a recycled material, biodiesel from WVO does not have wreak havoc on the environment or global food supply that ethanol and biodiesel from virgin oil often does. This fuel can be used in modern diesel engines like the Volkswagen Jetta, and older diesels like Mercedes-Benz, with just a few minimal adjustments. The truly amazing thing about biodiesel from WVO is that you can recycle the oil from a local restaurant and make the biodiesel yourself, right in your own garage. In this video, Science Friday features the special recipe for biodiesel. If you’re a nerd at heart, push play and pass the french fries, because you could be on your way to $1 per gallon!
Posted on July 30, 2008 |
Threadheads: LA Hipsters And DIY Stencils
By Jenn Breckenridge
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What do an exacto knife, a can of spraypaint, and Batboy have to do with transforming your most banal garment into your most prized possession? Find out in this episode of Threadheads, when Corinne Leigh and Rob Czar get a lesson in stenciling and explore the dicey world of the LA hipster. Reduce, reuse, recycle, revamp!
Posted on May 7, 2008 |
Threadheads: DIY Utili-Pocket & The SF Bizarre Bazaar
By Jenn Breckenridge
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Rob and Corinne rock! They’re the excellent hosts of Threadheads, the weekly show by Threadbanger.com, that’s all about the hottest (and most affordable) fashion designer of your dreams…you!
Threadbanger’s motto says it all: “LIVE AND DIE DIY!”
If you love this show and want to discuss you own projects, join the forums at Threadbanger.com.
Posted on April 2, 2008 |
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