2008 brought about the 2nd annual Maker Faire in Austin, Texas that celebrates and shares creativity and the do-it-yourself spirit. A broad range of crafters, artists and inventors from around the country descended on the weekend to promote their ingenuity. This was quite the energetic event that touched my inner child as I saw waves of robots, re-worked clothes, rolling insects, legos galore and some rather novel ice cream.

The previous description and all these wonderful images are brought to you by Frank Hui. Because of his devotion, I have nothing to add. --Robyn Sotherby

For information regarding this event, check out: Maker Faire Official Site

As Always... click on the image for a larger view...

Different ideas	from different	designers	Maybe not this guy
Also examples of re-worked clothes	from the Swap-O-Rama-Rama	The goal is to keep clothes	out of landfills
Some re-worked leather	Note the skin work	The Maker Shed full of fun and adventurous kits	A dress made from rubber tires
just like stretchy leather	a few last looks	at some cyber fellows	The sewerguard cactus pipe organ

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