Triangle Chair 1
Brendan enjoys the structural stability and simplicity of construction afforded by a triangular chair.
Five Legged Throne
Nemo, throwing tradition to the wind, opts for a five-legged chair of great height. Nikhil keeps a handful of fruit at the ready in case Nemo gets ideas about starting a monarchy.
Hexagon Chair
Tywen thought that he was building a septagonal chair until he realized that by turning some of the (somewhat irregular) triangular tubes, he didn't need seven of them.
Full Height Back
Connor is quite pleased with the full support and lofty perspective achieved care of his design.
The Price is Right
Fiona models her signature ergonomic chair (note good placement of feet flat on floor).
Regal Beginnings
Sam's empire is just beginning to take shape.
Congratulations All Around
Tywen models his chair while his compadres show their appreciation for his clever handiwork.
Backpackable
Tywen's hexagonal chair now comes with convenient carry straps (and instructions).
Design Sense
As the chair manufacturing line winds down, Connor and the rest of the Tinkerers take to decorating their furniture.
Fleur de Lys
Not content just to draw on her chair, Piper begins shaping cardboard scraps into ornate filigrees.
A King's Work
Sam is evidently minting the currency of his new nation-state.
Test Drive
Connor takes Sam's new armrests for a test drive.
A Vision Cometh
Is it just the fumes from the hot-glue gun or is Sam lost in a vision of the throne to come?
The Crowning Glory
Piper, having finished her artwork, looks for a throne suitably regal.
Triumphant
His throne complete, Sam celebrates.
Moving On
With the chairs and lunch and tag completed, the Tinkerers throw themselves into the next project. The remote island of Pikinooi is in desperate need of fresh eggs, and, due to the treacherous trackless wasteland that surrounds it, the eggs must be delivered by air drop.
Parachute Testing
While Nikhil works on a box that will pass the fit-test, Nemo examines the bags to find one without any holes.
Air Transport System
Gever, Piper, and Brendan get to work on the slingshot launch system for egg delivery.
Proof of Sun
After last week's drizzle, Tywen is fascinated by his own shadow.
Verdant Paradise
Tywen also thought that the trees were more beautiful with sunlight pouring through them.
A Little Help
Gever gives Brendan a hand with a tough screw.
We Like to Build Stuff
Need we say more?
Egg Love
Fiona has grown attached to her egg transport system.
Pikinooi Max Package Size
Evidently, and much to the enjoyment of the gang, Sam's head could be shipped via slingshot to Pikinooi.
Many Hands
Everyone pitches in to get the slingshot up to the launch deck.
The Sun - It Burns
Not realizing just how lucky they are to have it, the Tinkerers try to escape the sun.
Still Fascinated
Tywen just can't get over how sunny it is this week.
Revision Two
Back in the studio to refine their designs, the Tinkerers correct some problems encountered during the test launches.
Little Gray Brick
Embracing an emergent design theme, Sam works on his compact, duct-tape heavy solution.
Ro Sham Bo
Who gets to go first? We let fate decide.
The Launch Queue
As the fog returns, Piper and Nemo keep a watchful eye on the launch order.
What's for Dinner?
Tonight the chef is offering a selection of fresh pasta with your choice of marinara or butter sauce, parmesan cheese, and side salad.
Moment of Truth
With just one casualty, the Tinkerers are justly proud of their egg delivery systems.
Apres Dinner Activities
It's that time of the evening when we take stuff apart.
Lovely Evening
As the light turns golden, we revel in the delight of dismantling devices.
Winning Order
The cargo, in rank order by distance traveled.
It Still Turns
It's really fun when the parts of the device keep working even after you have it apart, says Fiona.
Moment of Zen
spaghetti my friend - i have not eaten in days - you are delicious