I recently turned a discarded block of wood into the pen pictured above. It’s called the Gearshift Pen. My son has been working the last few years on a project car, his 78 Chevy Camaro. It’s a sweet car, and this is a sweet PEN! This pen, along with others I will show you,…
Category: Tips and Techniques
Gifts for Engineers
Do you have an engineer in your life and need to find him or her a gift? I enjoy making handmade pens, and one line of pens I make are circuit board pens. Not only are these great gifts for engineers, but they also fit the bill for techies or a computer whiz. You…
Planning Your First Workshop
Anyone who catches the DIY, woodworking, or crafting bug, will eventually face the necessity of having a workshop or a workspace. So let’s talk shop for just a minute. In this article, I will draw back the curtain and give you a glimpse of my own little workshop here in Atlanta Georgia. And offer some…
12 Tips for Making Deer Antler Pens
I have thoroughly enjoyed using deer antler for many of my pens. I don’t actively sell my pens, but I do when people request them. And antler pens have been a number one seller. They’re particularly popular with hunters and nature enthusiasts. In this article, I will share a few practical tips for making deer…
10 Blog Post Ideas For Crafters & DIYers
Struggling with that next blog post idea? Don’t be discouraged—we’ve all been there. Building a blog is hard work. But you’re creating a potential asset, something that could bring years of passive income. One day you will reap the rewards of all your hard work. So come along with me, and I’ll show you some…