Re:Make Review: Drones, Robots & 3D Printers… Oh My!

Francesca Bean
Oct 21, 2013

Can you believe Re:Make was almost four weeks ago? Time flies! We’ve already recapped the best of day one here and the best of day two here and here. They were two action-packed days of DIY and creativity. But, you didn’t think we’d leave you hanging without a tech wrap up, did you?! Our conference was all about discussing how digital innovations are revolutionizing the way we make. From a robot roaming Fort Mason to 3D printing on our Brit + Co. MakerBot and a flying drone (!) that took live footage of the event, day two had a major techie twist. Read on for more!

: littleBits brought more than a “little bit” of fun to our day two showcase. Attendees got to try fun LED DIY projects at their station. What are littleBits? They’re sets of electronic modules that snap together with magnets to power things like fans, tiny motors, and of course—LED lights. What does that mean exactly? littleBits pieces snap together (almost like LEGOs) to give your DIY projects the ultimate LED glow. Oh, and if you’re still looking for a Halloween costume, look no further. Whip up a few of our

and you’re good to go!

: We were lucky enough to have Aubrie Pagano from Bow & Drape join us for BOTH days of Re:Make. She participated in our Fashion + Tech panel on day one, discussing creative expression in a fast fashion era. On day two, Bow & Drape had its very own Make Station and was 3D printing accessories ON SITE! Everyone had the chance to design a custom t-shirt or sweatshirt on the spot, too. Get the full lowdown on Bow & Drape

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TechShop San Francisco: Have you heard of TechShop? They’re a community-based workshop where makers can go to create. Their space is decked out with cutting-edge tools and equipment. From milling machines and vinyl cutters to band saws and spot welders, TechShop has got you covered. We loved having them at Re:Make—attendees got to DIY fabric LED cuffs at their Make Station. Who knew felt could be so chic?

: We’ve been obsessed with Lumi and their

since we wrote about it last year. If you’re unfamiliar with Inkodye, it’s a sunlight-activated fabric dye. Jesse Genet, one of the founders, joined us for an inventor chat on day one of Re:Make. It was a hit. On day two, Lumi had their own Make Station complete with Inkodye tutorials, samples, and a variety of dyes.

: Christina Westbrook represented Shapeways at our artisan showcase. Christina is one of the top Shapeways shop owners and she brought loads of 3D printed jewelry and various tech accessories. You can check out her full collection

. The best part? She prints in gold plated brass.

See All Of Kaia Gerber's Book Club Picks For 2025

Kaia Gerber's book club — Library Science — is back in town, and it's continuing a long-held promise of championing different stories from fresh voices. Alongside her co-founder Alyssa Reeder, Kaia's immaculate taste in non-mainstream books is something we're willing to study in case we want to create our own literary circles with friends.

Most notably, Library Science carved a unique space for itself in 2020 when its "weekly Instagram Live evolved — in the most natural way — into a community that is able to use reading as a gateway into some important albeit difficult conversations." More than ever, said conversations are vital if we want to continue understanding each other and the world around us. So, here is every book club picks for 2025 so far!

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The Wickedest by Caleb Femi

Caleb Femi's storytelling skills set the scene for an exclusive party that's not without its flaws in South London. It's true that earning a spot on the coveted guest list is the talk of the town, but not everyone will make it on there. Also, it's hard to pretend minorities are treated like they're beneath the elite lucky who get to party all night.

Told through a series of texts, poems, and more, The Wickedest invites you to relive an unforgettable night.

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Girl Scouts Just Gave Us An Official Update Amid Contaminated Cookies Rumor

Numerous rumors about potentially-contaminated Girl Scout cookies have been floating around, and Girl Scouts of the USA is finally addressing them.

Sources reported the presence of toxic metals and glyphosate in the popular cookies and noted that it poses “profound ethical and public health concerns.” Here’s what Girl Scouts had to say.

Scroll on to learn more about what’s going on with the latest Girl Scout cookie contamination news.

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The idea that Girl Scout cookies might be contaminated first arose in December 2024 when GMOScience and Moms Across America released a joint-commissioned reporttitled “Danger in the Dough: Unveiling the Toxic Contaminants in Girl Scout Cookies.”

The report found that 100% of the Girl Scout cookie samples they tested were positive for glyphosate and toxic metals and 88% of samples were positive for all 5 toxic metals (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, and mercury), with significant percentages of the samples testing positive for cadmium and lead.

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In the report, both groups said that the continual sale of Girl Scout cookies poses “profound ethical and public health concerns,” and slightly called out Girl Scouts of the USA for not allocating more money towards “better ingredients."

The GMOScience and Moms Across America report also cited a lack of government oversight when it comes to food safety and that entities like the FDA and EPA “have not fulfilled their commitment.”

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Despite the reports about contamination, Girl Scouts of the USA says Girl Scout Cookies are “safe to consume.” In an official statement, they assured the public that their cookies comply with FDA and EPA food safety standards. They also noted that heavy metals are not purposefully added to their cookies.

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Girl Scouts of the USA made sure to note that “environmental contaminants” like heavy metals and glyphosate can occur naturally in soil, though in very small, trace amounts.

The FDA verified this, saying naturally-occurring heavy metals like arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, and mercury are just a “reality about our food supply.”

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Girl Scouts of the USA highlighted that their cookie suppliers “continue to ensure the integrity of [their] recipes and the safety of all Girl Scout Cookie products in accordance with federal regulations and Global Food Safety initiative standards.”

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The real issue at hand is not just Girl Scout cookies – it’s that our frameworks for food safety have plenty of wiggle room for toxic metals and chemicals to be present in our food.

In fact, it’s become so common that we tend to forget all about it – likely why cookie lovers were up in arms about the contamination news.

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GMOScience and Moms Across America echoed this exact sentiment in their report, calling for the development of organic and regenerative farming to eradicate potential contamination altogether.

They also called on Girl Scouts of the USA to play a larger role in “transforming our food and farming system.”

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Travis Kelce Just Addressed His "Crazy Decision" Amid Retirement Rumors

The Kansas City Chiefs suffered a Super Bowl tough loss on February 9, 2025, and there's one major thing on everyone's mind now — is Travis Kelce retiring? The subject's come up multiple times throughout the 2024-2025 NFL season, but much like his brother Jason the previous year, Travis hasn't given a definitive answer on the matter. Amid everything from Taylor Swift wedding rumors to starring TV roles (anyone else watch Grotequerie?!), the Chiefs tight end definitely has a lot going on right now. Could all this — plus an overall great football season, sans the Super Bowl loss — add up to the end of his NFL career? Here's what we know so far.

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On February 12, 2025, Travis Kelce opened up about his potential retirement on the New Heights podcast. "I know everybody wants to know whether or not I'm playing next year, and right now, I'm just kicking everything down the road," he said. "I'm not making any crazy decisions."

Travis shared that the Super Bowl loss a "tough pill to swallow" and a "tough reality," but also noted that the Chiefs team is focused on "being there" for each other in the aftermath.

"I'm gonna take some time to figure it out. And, I think I owe it to my teammates that if I do come back, it's a wholehearted decision," he said. "I'm not half-a--ing it, and I'm fully here for them."

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During the 2025 Super Bowl, Travis only made four catches, resulting in a gain of 39 yards — his "lowest postseason output since 2019" according to The Athletic. Still, USA Todayreported that he broke Jerry Rice's record of 35 career Super Bowl catches. However, it was pretty clear that even a record-breaking performance wasn't enough to bolster Travis's mood.

The football star didn't hold a larger post-game conference, but he noted that they "haven't played that bad all year" and said that the Chiefs "couldn’t get it going offensively" to a few reporters. He acknowledged, "You don't lose like that without everything going bad," before leaving for the night.

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Still, Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes was asked about what comes next for Travis's career. "I'll let Travis make that decision on his own," Patrick said. "He's given so much to this team and to the NFL, and he's been such a joy, not only for me to work with, but for people to watch."

Mahomes notes Travis "still has a lot of football left in him" and that he "always makes plays in the biggest moments." He said, "But I know he still has a love for the game, and he’ll get to spend some time with his family and make that decision on his own."

Patrick reassured everyone, "He knows he’ll come back here with open arms. We love that guy not only for the football player, but for who he is every single day."

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Travis made his way to the suite with Taylor and his family after the tough Chiefs loss. It was a stark contrast from his "fight for your right to party" vibes of last year, so we hope we was able to find some comfort among his loved ones. And as for if Travis is actually retiring, we'll definitely keep an eye out for what he says and does next. 👀

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