Remember how clever some people thought they were; with that predictable howler, “Time to buy a watch!”, every time someone asked the time of day? Yes, I’ve been that guy and I’m not proud of it. Fast forward to cell phones, however, and that old passé zinger’s done gone slack in the mainspring. But there is a timepiece that will never fall out of favor: the wall clock. And with a few simple tools, wood, glue and a cheap clock movement you can make your own custom wall clock in just about any shape or theme you’d like. This weekend project will be ticking in style for many years. Who’s laughing now, funny guy? That’s right; still no one. Read More
Pallet wood
How To (Safely) Harvest Pallet Wood For Your Projects
We’ve all seen furniture and home accents made of pallet wood, with that rustic, weathered aesthetic. But where does this versatile material come from and how does one obtain it? For the uninitiated, refined pallet wood can simply be purchased from brokers, like The Home Depot. In its crude form, however, pallet wood is a natural resource harvested from the ore-rich veins of surface mines, colloquially known as “backs of stores.” Pallet wood can be dangerous to separate. But with a little knowledge, elbow grease and some simple tools, the hobby prospector can safely extract usable pallet wood from raw ore; no industrial chemicals or blast furnace required. Come along and we’ll show you how it’s done! Read More
