This edition of Futureminds has contributions about the future of D&T, novel project ideas, plastic recycling, 3D printing, extraction, food and textiles.

There are also the usual updates from our work, including about our move to the new makerspace.

This project combines a variety of materials and finishes to produce a lamp stand. This can also incoroprate simple electronics in the form of a low voltage lamp, switch and power source.

Mains voltages should be avoided, contact CLEAPSS via the Helpline for further information on using mains electricity.

Many schools do a lamp project, the construction of the shade using HDPE by recycling milk bottle tops can create some attractive and thought provoking outcomes.

Describes disposal routes required by the WEEE Regulations (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regs, 2006).