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Kit Complexity: 2

(1=Easy, 5=Difficult) Is the kit easy, moderate, or challenging to build for its most likely target audience? Kits clearly aimed at children would, for example, be rated differently from microcontroller kits.

Fire Pit Kit

Fire Pit Kit

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Fire Pit Kit

$95 and up

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Reviewed: November 3rd, 2011

Blacksmith/sculptor Jon Sarriugarte of Form & Reform makes magical propane-powered fire pits. As he puts it, “Not only do they give off warmth but you can entertain your guest with drawings in the sand that burn where you draw!” You can buy one ready-made, or pick up one of his fire pit kits to make […]

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ElectroPUFF Craft Lamp Dimmer Kit

ElectroPUFF Craft Lamp Dimmer Kit

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ElectroPUFF Craft Lamp Dimmer Kit

$30

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This soft, whimsical pompom connects to any incandescent lamp and controls light levels with just a gentle tap. IFM’s patented electronic textiles are the magic behind it. Conductive yarns that sense your touch are combined with recycled carpet fibers to form the soft switch. This kit appeals to kids, grandmas, science geeks — anyone who enjoys crafts […]

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