by tmw2010 | Mar 18, 2014 | Art, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, Jewelery, MakerCon
We’re happy to have Origami Owl joining us again this year, with their awesomely cool customizable lockets. Lockets you create, says jeweler Tina Nicolai, “by selecting charms to tell your story. ” “Last year, it was exciting to see the number...
by tmw2010 | Mar 13, 2014 | Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers, Young Makers
We’ve long been fans of Electrathon racing. Electrathon joined us at our first Maker Faire in 2012, and we’re really happy they’ll be at this year’s event. We talked to Ken Fiallos, the Executive Director and Founder of Electrathon of Tampa...
by tmw2010 | Mar 13, 2014 | DIY, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, inventors, MakerCon, Makers, Young Makers
We’ve gotten a rush of inquiries and interest, so we’re extending our Call for Makers through March 21st. Learn more about Gulf Coast MakerCon here, and apply via the form below. It’s free for educational and demo exhibits, and just $75 for the...
by tmw2010 | Mar 12, 2014 | Costuming, Gulf Coast Makers Festival
Brian Johnson first caught our attention in 2012, walking through our first Mini Maker Faire event carrying a gorgeous steampunk prop. This year, we’re delighted to welcome Johnson Arms (established 20 76 ) as one of our Makers in our 3rd annual makers...
by tmw2010 | Mar 10, 2014 | DIY, Education, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers, Makers Festival, Science
Daniel Flisek is a civilian Physicist working for the US Navy with a self-professed ” strong interest in chemistry on the side.” We asked him to tell us a bit about himself and what he’s bringing to Gulf Coast MakerCon. DF: “I have a...
by tmw2010 | Mar 9, 2014 | DIY, Education, Gulf Coast Makers Festival, MakerCon, Makers Festival, Young Makers
The “maker” movement is simply the DIY creative spirit reignited for the 21st century. It’s a return to self-sufficiency, self-reliance and creativity, providing engaging and hands-on opportunities to inspire, educate, and entertain curious and creative learners of...
