Perhaps it is a little outdated but does anyone remember that Golden Earring song Radar Love? You know “I’ve been drivin’ all night, my hand’s wet on the wheel. There’s a voice in my head …
Written by: Leroy
Hardware, Resources, Tools, Woodworking
There’s a six-lane road north of where I live, outside of Pittsburgh, aptly nicknamed McNightmare Road by the locals. Its real name is McKnight Road, and with its abundance of malls, restaurants, car dealers, and …
Written by: Phil
Decor, Restoration, Woodworking
Do you know those hand carved fleur-de-lis corner block pieces that accent your door trim? Yours, not mine – I barely have door trim let alone carved corner blocks. But if I did, I’d definitely …
Written by: Leroy
Decor, Electronics, Woodworking
Before I started with the woodworking content, I wanted to share a story that involved a shrimp named Frank, a moose and Betty White, but I’m not sure how it relates to anything and I …
Written by: Leroy
I am a true geek. I have a pretty extensive science background and love reading books about math and science. Several years ago I read a book called “The Golden Ratio: The Story of PHI, …
Written by: Leroy
So, are you the only person in the world who does not have an iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad and are therefore denied the addictive joy of Angry Birds? We feel for you. So …
Written by: Jen
Green, Restoration, Windows & Doors, Woodworking
When was the last time someone suggested you “lube your wood”? I am, of course, referring to lubricating wooden drawers in cabinets, double-hung windows, etc. Whatever you were thinking, I’m going to (mostly) resist the …
Written by: Marc Lyman
If you’re into woodworking and Sudoku, you’ll definitely want to read on. There’s very little chance that you’ll take this on the bus or subway to help pass the time during your morning commute, but …
Written by: Jen
If you have children or grandchildren, you probably know that one of the side effects of Christmas, Hanukkah and the myriad of other holiday celebrations is the need for more storage. Even if the kids …
Written by: Jen
The holidays have arrived and with it, the season of rampant consumerism has also been ushered in. The ding of the cash register, the rustling of dollar bills, the whines of bratty, toy-obsessed children …. …
Written by: Jen