Tools Posts

How do you use a speed square

There are many things I wish I had known about earlier in my DIY journey, like the existence of the speed square and all the ways it can be used to make building something easier.          So what is a speed square? A speed square is a very inexpensive tool ($5-50)...

What is a Cricut machine and what does it do?

One of my favorite quotes about creativity is this one from Albert Einstein: For me, there’s nothing like getting a new tool to get the creative juices flowing and have some fun. You may have noticed that some of my recent projects have featured the Cricut maker...

Product Review: WORX Hydroshot Power Cleaner

When I was first approached to try out the WORX Hydroshot Power Cleaner, I wasn’t sure I could use it because I live in an apartment and don’t have access to a garden hose faucet. But when I realized that all I needed was a bucket of water to make it work (or any...

Favorite Tools

I often get asked what tools I use or what tools I would recommend for someone new to DIY'ing. So I thought it might be useful to put all this information in one spot below.  I've also put together a more comprehensive list that's especially geared towards DIY...

Favorite Tools

I often get asked what tools I use or what tools I would recommend for someone new to DIY'ing. So I thought it might...

DIY Sanding Block

DIY Sanding Block

When you're working with wood or MDF a lot, sanding sponges come in handy to sand down surfaces evenly. However, they...

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