Green, News, Videos, Woodworking
“If you build it, I’ll ride it.” Those were the fateful words of accomplished triathlete James Tully, after his friend Michael Thompson floated the idea of building an all wooden bicycle. While most of us …
Written by: Marc Lyman
We told you all about Rockler’s Bench Cookie Work Grippers back in December – and we weren’t the only ones who loved the product. Wood Magazine (which, in case you didn’t know, is not an …
Written by: Jen
DIY Discussion, iPhone Apps, Woodworking
I adore my husband, but a handy home-fix-it guy he is not. When he saw me fiddling with BalusterPro, an app for the iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad, the he immediately thought I was doing …
Written by: Jen
To the relief of many a parent, it’s back to school time. It’s not that these people dislike having their children around them 24/7, per se, but we can imagine it must be annoying the …
Written by: Jen
Apparently going on vacation these days doesn’t necessarily mean lying around a pool soaking up rays with an active goal of being completely intoxicated by 9AM. This “new breed” type of vacationers want to use …
Written by: Ty
Do you check Rockler’s website two, three times a day? Is there an identifiable trail of sawdust going from the garage to the bathroom, to the fridge and back to the garage? Do you dream …
Written by: Jen
Toy Chests are a godsend for eliminating reducing clutter in a home with one or more children. They’re also typically really boring for both the parents and the kids. When was the last time you …
Written by: Marc Lyman
When I am sent something to review, I get a little evil. It is akin to playing with house money. The tool didn’t cost me anything–and I’m just “out” my time. Small loss. Considering most …
Written by: Ty
DIY Discussion, How To, Woodworking
A few Saturdays ago I was enticed by the promise of beer and steaks to help a fellow carpenter with an “easy” project. Why I listen to this guy anymore is beyond me. At last …
Written by: Ty
So–sometimes I don’t end up being the most right I’ve ever been. That’s not saying I’m wrong–but you know–I can’t do that sort of thing publicly. In fact, I can’t do it privately either. I’ll …
Written by: Ty