Clever DIY Necklace for that Special Someone
People have been wearing trinkets and ornaments on their bodies for thousands of years. The first adornments were a consequence of the hunt for food: teeth, claws, horns, and bones. Hunters believed that wearing trophies would bring them good luck during hunting expeditions. In fact, the earliest known piece of jewelry ever found was a […]
Finding the perfect tools and preparing for your next DIY Project
It’s no secret that home improvement projects have picked up a lot of steam over the past few months. With the sales of tools and other implements of home improvement soaring, it seems homeowners and DIY enthusiasts alike are using this time to work on their homes, build something entirely new or simply take on […]
Quick and Easy DIY Raised Herb Garden
Once you’ve decided to garden on raised beds, you’ll need to choose what kind of materials to use. Then, of course, you’ll have to build your raised bed.
10 handy hacks when working with timber!
Working with timber is one of life’s great satisfactions. The smell of the freshly sawn timber, the feel of it in your hands and, of course, the satisfaction you get from the finished job. To make your projects that little bit easier, here are 10 simple woodworking hacks…
How to get the best value from your timber shed investment!
Ah timber… the smell, the feel, the look. No wonder so many of us opt for a timber shed despite knowing that there are longer lasting, lower maintenence options such as coated steel and even polypropelene. If you’ve opted for timber, here are some tips on making sure your investment stays in great shape for […]
Basic DIY Home-Repair Tool Kit
That flimsy set of three tools that your aunt and uncle got you for college graduation will not do the trick when it comes to serious home repairs. Whether you live in an apartment, condo, townhouse, or detached house, at some point, you will have to undertake repairs. Having a set of tools will help […]
French armoire turned sewing cabinet!
Regularly working on different sewing projects but don’t have a dedicated work area? Then your sewing machine and other materials might simply be on your dining table until you’re done with your project. Or any place they are not supposed to be for that matter. If you’ve been thinking of ways to have a better sewing […]
Build a whimsical tool shed for your garden!
Need a proper storage for all your garden tools? Here’s an easy, inexpensive and unique idea for you – a whimsical garden tool shed! While most tool sheds are typically just a nondescript roofed structure in the garden, this one is not only functional, it also adds a nice decorative touch to your backyard. This garden […]
Build your own portable lumber rack!
It’s always nice to find good timber that we can save and use for future projects. But what’s NOT nice is if our lumber pile starts making a mess in our workshop! A disorganized lumber pile doesn’t only make it difficult to find what you need and work efficiently in your workspace, it could also be the […]
Organize your garage by making a PVC yard tool storage
Hate looking at the chaotic jumble of your garden and yard tools? Then you probably need this storage solution! Yard tools are the hardest things to store without making them look like a mess. But here’s an organizer idea for them that can solve all that chaos. Of course, storage using PVC pipes! What’s great about this tool holder idea is that […]