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Home→Category Archive: Projects and DIY

Category Archives: Projects and DIY

Posts about do-it-yourself projects and how-to’s.

The Hammer: Actually my penis? [video reposted]

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Kristen
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Someone flagged my Hammer demonstration on YouTube as violating their community standards. While the video does not contain nudity and is not intended to be sexually explicit…apparently someone out there does believe that the Hammer is actually my penis. Here’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 3 Replies

Resource List: Home Depot in the Bedroom

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Kristen
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Interested in building your own sex toys or kinky equipment? Here is a list of resources contributed by panelists and participants of “Home Depot in the Bedroom” at Arisia 2013.

Posted in Projects and DIY | 2 Replies

Fixing your favorite toys with sugru

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Kristen
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My favorite vibrator has a very special place in my heart: I always want to keep it close to me. I’m so happy it’s a part of my life. I love it despite its faults. Fortunately, since we are talking … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 4 Replies

The Hammer: Fun With Animated GIFs

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Kristen
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While I was out at Arse Elektronika, I decided that I really needed a nice animated GIF of my wearing The Hammer…and a way to create some memes (or, more accurately, image macros).  Blatant self-promotion? Check. Share and enjoy! My … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 8 Replies

The Hammer: Technical Talk at Arse Elektronika 2012

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Kristen
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I recently got back from Arse Elekronika 2012, where I was thrilled to receive a Golden Kleene award for my work here! Thanks so much to everyone at Monochrom and all of the conference organizers — it was a fantastic … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 7 Replies

The Hammer: A Muscle-Controlled, Light-Up Dildo

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Kristen
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I’m proud to present my latest creation: The Hammer!  The Hammer is a prototype test-your-strength game that’s an insertable, muscle-controlled, light-up dildo. Update, 1/5/13: The Hammer has been listed as Cracked.com’s #1 Geekiest Sex Toy! Welcome, everyone! Like innovative sex/kink-positive projects? … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 46 Replies

Test Your Strength Game: Proof-of-Concept

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Kristen
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At Arse Elektronika 2012 this fall, I’ll be presenting a Test Your Strength game!  This is the first electronics project I’ve ever done outside of a class: a silicone toy consisting of a bulb instrumented with a force sensor and … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 2 Replies

The TARDIS Tickler

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Kristen
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Introducing my first hand-crafted dildo: The TARDIS Tickler! This toy is dedicated to gender outlaw Kate Bornstein, who is one of the most amazing people I know — and a huge Doctor Who fan.

Posted in Projects and DIY | 54 Replies

How to Make an Aluminum Cane

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Kristen
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Instructions by Kirr (on Fetlife) and Kristen This is a very basic project that only requires a couple of tools. The cane pictured also happens to be the first cane I’ve ever experienced. The fact that it’s pretty lightweight meant … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 1 Reply

How to Make a Pain Stick

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Kristen
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Instructions by Kirr (on Fetlife) and Kristen Pain sticks (also known as “evil sticks”) are good for creating sharp pain very quickly: hold the handle, pull back the end of the rod and let go, and it will snap against … Continue reading →

Posted in Projects and DIY | 1 Reply
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