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Who First Discovered Magnets?
There’s a lot of conflicting opinions as to who exactly discovered the first magnets, on the one hand some argue that it was Ancient China and on the other hand others argue Ancient Greece. However, in 2500 BC, Ancient China were the first to document their use of...
Frosty the fridge… man? – Turn your fridge into a giant snowman
As we get to the time of the year filled with mince pies, mulled wine and presents we look forward to spend time with the family. There couldn't be a better time to get crafty, bringing the Christmas spirit to the kitchen that let's be honest - we all neglect from...
Tis the season of Elf on the shelf… Ideas and inspiration
The festive season has jumped out once again leaving all of us unsuspecting victims scrambling around for ideas to make this time of year special for the children. The popularity of Elf on the shelf has truly soared over the past couple of years. The festive toy...
How magnets help us navigate the sky
The History of the Compass The magnetic compass dates back to the Chinese Han Dynasty in 206 BC and relied on a naturally occurring magnetized rock whose iron ore strangely demonstrated magnetic properties. This rock was later known as Lodestone after the Greeks’...
Hammer Magnet Hack
This is so brilliant, yet so simple to build, it is easy to see why the magnetic hammer has gained so much popularity among the DIY enthusiasts and tradesmen alike. It’s also super effective for picking up any screws or nails you might have dropped. If you use...
