So you need to match a counter top to the chaotic contours of a nook with janky juts, crazy crannies and wildly out-of-whack corners, huh? Or maybe you’re building a project with mating irregular lines as an artistic choice. Either way, we feel your pain! You may be familiar with the use of a scribe for matching the contours of a wall. But when you introduce corners and other obstacles, it’s time for a ticking stick. We’ll show you how this simple homemade tool can quickly recreate more complex shapes than you can shake a stick at. A ticking stick, that is! Read More
Woodworking
How To Make And Install a Curbside Mailbox Post
Email and texting have all but eradicated hand written letters. But your home still needs a mailbox. After all, who’s heart doesn’t pitter-patter at the sight of bills and other junk mail? Mine sure does! Plus it provides the bulk of my recycling bin’s daily fiber intake. In related news, I need to upgrade my ratty old blow-molded mailbox to something a little more substantial. If you’ve ever wanted to build and/or install your own curbside mailbox post, we’re going to walk you through the process. Read More
