For a fun project that can be made quickly using minimal hand tools, these tone tubes are sure to hit the right note. Lately, I’ve been all about the simple projects. Like my spinning tops, …
Written by: Steve
Smart, convenient and clever: the new ToolSmart tools from General have a lot going for them. The launch lineup includes a digital multimeter (DMM), laser distance measurer, digital angle finder and a video inspection camera. …
Written by: Steve
Although edible landscaping has taken off and vegetable gardens have become incredibly popular of late, nothing truly beats the sweet, spicy smell of honeysuckle or the fragrant aroma of a lavender bush. So, if you’re …
Written by: Lauren
When we bought our first old house, a builder friend advised me to throw away my level and framing square. As we began renovations, I soon acknowledged the wisdom of his advice – there wasn’t …
Written by: Phil
Electrical, Electronics, Lighting, Security, Smart Home, Sponsored
When I contemplate what matters most to me, my family is the first thing that comes to mind. I would do anything to protect them. Peace of mind begins with a safe and secure home. …
Written by: Steve
Gardening, Green, Pest Control
Awww! So adorable! Right? Wrong! Don’t be fooled! This sweet little hippity-hop-bun-bun is one of the most notorious scoundrels to ever descend upon the gardener’s plot. It’s the reason you need garden pest prevention done …
Written by: Amy
If you spend most of the day on your feet, you know the value of a good pair of shoes. So do the folks at Keen Footwear, who have a reputation for making durable, comfortable, …
Written by: Phil
Accessories, iPhone Apps, Ridgid
Like most people, my work day has certain essential rituals. The first task every day involves consumption of large quantities of strong black coffee. Once I’m sufficiently caffeinated to contemplate actually doing some work, the …
Written by: Phil
Electrical, Garage, Lighting, Rockler
When I was given the opportunity to evaluate our sponsor Rockler’s new LED shop light, (item #51898), I jumped at the chance. I’ve been in love with LEDs (said “ELL-E-DEES”) since childhood and was extremely …
Written by: Steve
When there is snow on the ground in most parts of the country and holiday travelers are fretting over delayed flights, most gardening periodicals and blogs choose to tell us that we should get a …
Written by: Lauren