Woodworking and DIY Tips and Tutorials
I’ve been thinking about making a picnic table for a while. I’ve always wondered: Is pressure treated wood safe for picnic tables? Or other outdoor furniture? So I did a little research and here’s what I found. The short answer: It depends. If you’re using older treated lumber that contains Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) then…
I can remember the first time I sold one of my handmade wooden pens. I was so excited. To think someone would hand over their hard-earned money to buy something I made. I believe you will experience that same thrill. To help you achieve the goal of making money on your crafts (or your crafting…
Over the years it seems like I’ve constantly been repairing loose furniture legs. Just a week or two back, one leg came off our hassock. And I’ve had several mess up on the sofa. So it seems like I’m always researching how to fix a loose sofa leg. The kids, pets (and sometimes adults –…
You’ve probably heard about kickback on a tablesaw. Did you know that you can experience kickback with a circular saw as well? This can be very dangerous, but the good news is that it’s very controllable once you understand the underlying cause and effect. So, I thought it would be good to put together an…
I love this simple and elegant bench, originally designed by Aldo Leopold, who is considered the father of wildlife management. I hope you enjoy this post: Leopold Bench Tutorial and Plans. I’ll show you step-by-step how to make the bench, and I’ll use plenty of photos. Only a few basic tools are required and the…
