Many of us have marveled at art installations that feature marbles quietly and ceaselessly tracing out beautiful patterns in sand. [DIY Machines] is here to show us that it’s entirely possible to ...

Have you ever wondered how kinetic sand from the store really works? You can make your own right at home using a few simple ingredients that give us a great explanation. In a medium bowl, combine the ...

Lil’ Wayne once said, “life’s a beach,” but what fun is playing in the sand without shaping tools and castle molds? Kinetic sand has become an “It” toy as of late, but while these magic minerals are ...

Introduction Kinetic, or “magic,” sand is easy to find in stores, and fun to play with at home! But did you ever wonder what’s so magical about magic sand? You might not be surprised to hear the ...

There might not be another product with a bigger disconnect between how mundane it sounds when described and how cool it actually is when in use than the HoMedics Drift kinetic sand table. The basic ...

There’s nothing fun about a Sisyphean task unless you’re watching one being carried out by someone or something else. In that case, it can be mesmerizing like this Arduino-driven kinetic sand table.

In an ever-busy world, where the humdrum of our daily lives may often leave us feeling overwhelmed, we are constantly seeking ways to find balance and tranquility. Imagine a tool designed to reduce ...

The basis for two popular educational toys is something you can find in great abundance on the beach. But magic sand and kinetic sand have a little extra chemical kick that makes them act quite unlike ...