We are already a couple months into the new year, and, while I’m not the resolution-making type, I do relish (mmm hot dogs) the new year as an opportunity to clean house and get back …
Written by: Monique
Hi parents, grandparents, and other people with kids in their life (that they like)! I’m so excited, because today I have another super simple, super cheap, super AWESOME DIY project for a kids’ room or …
Written by: Monique
About a decade ago, a fellow woodcarver and master knife maker, Rich Notto, gave me a cute little wooden safety pin he’d made. It’s an unusual gift I hold dear to this day. Unfortunately, he …
Written by: Steve
Hello kids! Hope all is great in your area. We are fine here in jolly ol’ Houston, as it’s called by … no one. Today we bring you a set of DIY floating dining room …
Written by: Monique
Building Materials, How To, Painting, Sponsored
The holidays are upon us, and I couldn’t be more excited about the food – I mean, family and friends. The family and friends who will soon be overstaying their welcome. Uh, I mean, visiting …
Written by: Monique
I was going to be a lumberjack until the foreman told me I couldn’t cut it and gave me the axe. Trust me, it’s better this way. Logging is hard work! This crafty little birdhouse …
Written by: Steve
Decor, DIY Discussion, Woodworking
Building upon characteristics of traditional Chinese joinery, wooden burr puzzles have existed since at least the 19th century. Not only are they fun to make and assemble, they also serve as beautiful decor and curio …
Written by: Steve
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
If you’ve ever had a goldfish you know how quickly they can flounder. But don’t be too hard on yourself; they love being flushed down the toilet! It’s like a day spa for the soul …
Written by: Steve
One’s clenched thighs can grip a beverage for only so long before the crotch succumbs to fatigue. And whether that beverage is hot or cold, catastrophe is sure to follow. Why don’t you set the …
Written by: Steve