Department of War. Almost makes it sound like we shouldn’t be funding it to the extremes we have… #uspol

From Lite Brites to giant Operation and our VW bus with Makey— Maker Faire Bay Area was unforgettable! We’re honored that our Lite Brites earned the Editor’s Choice Blue Ribbon. Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by to share the maker spirit with us. Time-lapse from day 2: youtu.be/0ds43YBDBp8?...

We hit the road to join Maker Faire Bay Area this weekend! Excited to connect with makers, share ideas, and bring a little OC maker spirit up north. If you’re at Mare Island, come say hi—we’d love to meet you! bayarea.makerfaire.com#/tickets?lan...

Been hearing for 3 years how AI will replace my human support service and yet people keep hiring us 🤷‍♀️ Most see it as a differentiator now to have an empathetic, human team helping customers in a world where corporate support is overrun with chatbots

ONLINE GIVEAWAY! We understand that not everyone can visit @3DPrintopia, but we care about the whole 3D community; so we decided to make online giveaway for out new production: 2 Delta Flyer Kits and 2 CNC AWD Kits. We will randomly draw 4 winners, 2 for American Area and 2 for non-American area.

Thank you to OneLaser for being a Blacksmith Sponsor at Maker Faire OC! Your laser tech helps makers cut, engrave & create with precision. We appreciate your support! www.1laser.com #MakerFaireOC #MFOC2025 #OneLaser #ThankYouSponsor

Friendly reminder to not use 🚫 Sticker Mule! 🚫 May I suggest StickerApp or Sticky Brand? aninjusticemag.com/sticker-mule...

Thank you to Rolling Robots for being a Blacksmith Sponsor at Maker Faire OC! Your hands-on robot building & test drives inspire the next generation of makers and champions. We’re grateful for your continued support! Learn more: www.rollingrobots.com/home

The next #3DPOC #meetup is happening this weekend! Come hang out with fellow #3DP enthusiasts and share or work on your printer or project. Come share your favorite parts of @makerfaireoc.com #MFOC2025 with other attendees. Find our Discord invite and Meetup link at 3dpoc.club #3dprinting #maker

It was great seeing all the maker spaces and clubs at @makerfaireoc.com this year! #maker #makerfaire #oc #community

#MakerFaire #OC day one was a blast! Did you see #Makey hanging out on my #VW bus? #maker #3dprinting @makerfaireoc.com @stevebuilds.bsky.social

Looking forward to seeing this thing in action!

Use code GEEKTOYBOX for 20% off!

#MFOC has been using @themakrlab.com (coming soon™)to make stuff for #MakerFaire this year. Ric is busy working on the new soldering iron holders we made of #reclaimed materials. Use code GEEKTOYBOX for 20% off tickets! OC.makerfaire.com/tickets #mfoc2025 #electronics #solder #upcycle #maker #oc

With 1 week to go until MFOC 2025, we're excited to share that our sponsors LDO Motors & Voron Design are teaming up for a giveaway: 🎁 Prizes include: 🔹 Jabberwocky Toolhead Kits 🔹 Voron Trident 250 🔹 Leviathan Board + Expansion Board Don’t miss it—see you next week! oc.makerfaire.com/tickets/

Ran my @prusa3d.com printers and the #TwoTrees #CNC on some reclaimed aluminum tonight to make a giant #OperationGame for @makerfaireoc.com. Use code geektoybox for a discount on tix! OC.makerfaire.com/tickets #maker #makerfaire #mfoc #mfoc2025 #3dprinting

Thank you to @rollingrobots.bsky.social for returning as a sponsor of Maker Faire OC 2025! Known for champion robotics teams, they inspire youth to design, build, and code. Visit their booth to build a gravity-defying robot or test drive a claw robot in a race! Learn more: rollingrobots.com

Don’t miss your chance to build your own foam dart blaster at Maker Faire OC! 📅 Sept 13 | 12–1 PM | Session Stage 👥 Limited to 20 people — sign up required 💲 $80 (paid at event, parts pickup 30 min before session) Secure your spot now: oc.makerfaire.com/activities/

You know the drill by now: - Thursday. - Me & @neil3dprints.bsky.social - Weekly #3dprinting 'Show & Tell' meetup. - Chat about what you've been working on with friendly makers. - 20:00 BST for an hour (or more). Link: discord.gg/YSVcYAZv6Q

#SponsorAppreciation Thank you to EarthLCD for returning as a sponsor of Maker Faire OC 2025! Since 1994, they’ve led the way in custom LCD solutions—powering devices worldwide. Their ezLCD Smart Displays, designed in CA, help makers and engineers bring projects to life. Learn more: earthlcd.com

#MeetTheMaker: Not Your Grandpa’s Ham Radio! returns to Maker Faire OC 2025 with cutting-edge ham radio tech plus hands-on builds. See a Lightning Detector that simulates strikes and “Inventory Reduction,” a playful electronic art sculpture from a surplus aircraft panel. wayne-yoshida-kh6wz.com

In case you didn’t know, I 3d print and donate parts to help disabled gamers be able to play. I run it all through www.thecontrollerproject.com if you want to learn more. This was this weeks shipments!

#MeetTheMaker: robotics is ez is bringing the VEX V5 Push Back Tournament to Maker Faire OC 2025! Watch 42 middle school & high school teams compete in an action-packed robotics challenge, streamed live all weekend. Mentorship, teamwork & innovation in action! roboticsisez.com

Limited Session Alert! Build your own foam dart blaster with San Diego Nerf Club at Maker Faire OC. Only 20 spots—sign-up required! $80 includes all parts + take-home blaster. Sep 13, 12–1 PM. Don’t miss it: oc.makerfaire.com/activities/

Maker Faire OC can’t happen without volunteers! Join our team and help bring this celebration of creativity, innovation, and making to life. Whether you love guiding guests, helping makers, or keeping the fun flowing—there’s a role for you. Sign up today: oc.makerfaire.com/volunteer/

Use “geektoybox” at checkout for a discount! Hope to see you there! #maker #makerfaire #oc #socal #3dprinting #robotics #digifab

Session Highlight: Build a Foam Dart Blaster If you love Nerf, you’ll love foam dart blasters—these high-powered builds make Nerf look like child's play. Build your own, test it at the Nerf Club range, & take it home! Only 20 spots—sign up early & grab your spot! oc.makerfaire.com/activities/

Shenanigans are afoot! Come see the results at @makerfaireoc.com Sept 13th & 14th at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, CA! oc.makerfaire.com/tickets #3DP #3DPrinting #Electroplating #VW #MakerFaire #Maker @makerfaireoc.com @hen3drik.bsky.social

Join the Maker Faire OC Volunteer Team! Help us bring creativity, innovation, and hands-on fun to life Sept 13–14 at the OC Fair & Event Center. From greeting guests to supporting exhibits, there’s a role for you! Sign up: oc.makerfaire.com/volunteer/

#MeetTheMaker: Meet CoolArrowsArt! Sarah & Pauly Gambino—the creative duo behind the MFOC art for 2024 and 2025—bring bold, vibrant creations inspired by nature, portraits, and endless creativity. We’re counting down the days until you see their 2025 design!

#MeetTheMaker: The Schlesinger Family joins Maker Faire OC 2025 with a session for parents on nurturing kids’ passion for tech. Learn ways to spark curiosity, boost creativity, & open doors to future opportunities in tech! Check out the schedule for our Session Stage: oc.makerfaire.com/activities/

#SponsorAppreciation Thank you to OneLaser for sponsoring Maker Faire OC 2025! OneLaser is redefining what makers, creators, & small businesses can expect from laser technology—offering industrial-grade performance, reliability, & support in both desktop & cabinet systems. Explore more: 1laser.com

Call for Makers may be closed, but you can still be part of the magic as a sponsor! Support MFOC & help bring creativity, innovation, & community spirit to life. Spark Sponsors can give services, resources, or custom support to make unique experiences happen. oc.makerfaire.com/become-a-spo...

#MeetTheMaker: @maglaboratory.org is coming to Maker Faire OC 2025! This Pomona-based nonprofit makerspace is home to artists, tinkerers, and tech lovers. Stop by to meet the crew, get inspired, and see what their creative community is building! maglaboratory.org

#SponsorAppreciation Thank you to Southern California Edison for being a sponsor for Maker Faire OC 2025! Visit their Energy Education Centers to explore smart energy solutions through interactive exhibits, expert advice, and hands-on learning. Learn more: www.sce.com/clean-energy...

Want to be part of the magic behind Maker Faire OC 2025? We’re looking for volunteers to help bring this celebration of creativity, innovation, & DIY to life! Join us in creating an unforgettable experience & supporting the amazing maker community. Sign up today: oc.makerfaire.com/volunteer/

#MeetTheMaker: LToy Creations is back at Maker Faire OC 2025! From cosplay props to custom prototypes, they use lasers, CNC, and 3D tech to bring bold ideas to life. Stop by to explore their work and spark your next big idea! ltoycreations.com

#MeetTheMaker: Southern California Attack Robotics (SCAR) returns to Maker Faire OC 2025 for two full days of epic 3lb bot battles! Learn about combat robotics and witness the fight for the SCAR Beetle Belt! www.robotcombatevents.com/events/4813

Only 8 days left to sign up as a maker for Maker Faire OC 2025! Show off your passion project, share your skills, and be part of a two-day celebration of creativity and innovation. Deadline is next Friday, August 8—don’t wait! Apply now: oc.makerfaire.com/call-for-mak...

Join me & @neil3dprints.bsky.social this evening at our weekly #3DPrinting Show & Tell meetup. We talk about what we've been working on & show off our projects for an hour every Thursday on discord, starts 20:00 BST. Join here: discord.gg/YSVcYAZv6Q

#MeetTheMaker : Enchanted Leaves & MicroDean Systems returns to Maker Faire OC 2025 with their all-in-one DIY electroforming kit! Learn how to plate copper onto everything from 3D prints to real leaves. Science meets art! enchantedleaves.com

The countdown is on—only 10 days left to sign up as a maker for Maker Faire OC 2025! Don’t miss your chance to showcase your creativity, connect with the community, and be part of something amazing. Apply by August 8: oc.makerfaire.com/call-for-mak...

#MeettheMaker: CRASH Space is back at Maker Faire OC 2025! This West LA makerspace is where artists, hackers & builders come together to create, collaborate, and learn. You can stop by to connect with makers, take classes, and bring your next idea to life! blog.crashspace.org

I'm in the UK and I'm using Bsky without age verification thanks to the Tor browser. share.google/pNBA4opyHtbY... Thinking of using it for everything Web. The more people who use it, the more difficulty it makes for the authorities. Please repost.

#MeetTheMaker : Nerd Mafia returns to Maker Faire OC 2025! This SoCal-based cosplay community brings fun, creativity, and fandom to life. Come meet your favorite characters and celebrate the art of cosplay with Nerd Mafia! #MakerFaire #MFOC2025 #NerdMafia #Cosplay #Props #MakerFaire

#MeetTheMaker : K. Howell returns to Maker Faire OC 2025 with handmade monster plush art dolls in every color of the rainbow! Each big monster is one of a kind—don’t miss your chance to snap a pic with Bob in his outfit of the week! Check out more of her monsters at www.etsy.com/shop/artofkh...

‼️ Several federal budget bills included provisions that prohibit the use of federal funds being used to take action against anyone who doesn't support GAY MARRIAGE. WE TOLD YOU THIS WOULDN'T STOP AT TRANS PEOPLE! They want to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges! ACT UP! FIGHT BACK!

It’s Friday — and that means Maker Drop-In Hour is happening today! Join us from 12:00–1:00 PM on Google Meet to get help with Maker Alley, ask questions about signing up, or brainstorm your project ideas. We’re here for you — stop by and say hi! meet.google.com/nyh-daob-rzu

I signed into Twatter (yes, Twatter) and I’m kinda sad to see how many people in #3DP land are still super active there. It bred a nazi AI. I logged in to #DeleteTwitter #DeleteX because even letting my inactive account felt like colluding with #Nazis. I deleted mine. Will you delete yours?

Wish I could go... somebody tell me how it goes!