As the season turns to fall, so my thoughts turn to leaves, falling leaves. Leaves everywhere you look. Don’t misunderstand though; fall is easily my favorite time of year. What with the moderate temperatures, the bright colors and wall to wall football, there are no complaints here. The one distraction I can live without is the smell and sound of 2 stroke leaf blowers echoing throughout the neighborhood. I was therefore delighted when the DeWalt Flexvolt Handheld Axial Blower blew into town for us to test. First though, a bit about Flexvolt for the uninitiated. Read More
Gardening
How to Make a Raised Garden Bed Without Tools – Bloom Instabrace
If you’re looking for an easy way to construct a raised garden bed without tools, the Bloom Instabrace is a great option. These stainless steel corner pieces were created to hold boards together without any need for additional parts or tools. They come in several different designs, running $36 and up for a set of 4. However, this isn’t a kit that comes with everything included. You’re still going to need some wooden boards and enough dirt to fill up your raised bed area. Once you’ve got the bed assembled, you’re also going to want to fill it up with plants, unless you prefer staring at an empty plot of soil. Read More
