How-To: Rope and Wood Tree Ladder
Have good climbing trees in your backyard? Make those first few branches a bit easier with this fantastic rope and wood tree ladder!
Woodworking
Crafting wood can be a complex and rewarding task, but often times beginners may find themselves frustrated with their results. But no matter where you are in your woodworking journey, there are always tips and tricks that can help you create something beautiful – without breaking the bank. We’re going to look at woodworking tips and tricks for makers of all skill levels so even if you feel like it’s too overwhelming to attempt your own project, we’ll provide some guidance so don’t give up just yet!
DiResta: Chisel Restoration
Here, you see me restore an old chisel that has been with me for more than 20 years.
Scrap To Swank: Turn Pallets Into A Beautiful Desk
Recycling pallets into something else useful is nothing new, but this desk, inspired by bowling lanes and butcher blocks, is, well, inspired. The top is made entirely out of recycled pallets found around a college campus. As this desk is for college, the creator estimates he will move “23 more times before I’m done,” so […]
Happy Camper: Dad Builds Toddler a VW Bus Bed
For his daughter’s third birthday “DIYDad” decided to build her a bed in the shape of a VW bus, based loosely on the classic “type 2” model. (If you’re wondering, the birthday girl was not made to sleep outside, as the image above might imply; rather, the bus was used for kids to play in during […]
How-To: Chevron Garden Trellis
Shake off the winter blahs by getting a head start on your garden projects. Try this simple and stylish chevron trellis!
Sit on This, Geeks: Giant 555 Timer
The 555-timer integrated circuit is one of the most famous and popular chips ever invented. Created in 1971, it’s got a near cult following with books, blogs, newsletters, and devoted fans even today. That’s why Imgur user “surfacetension” built this amazing stool in the form of a giant 555 chip! The real 555 timer packs […]
Like Brain Teasers? This DIY Puzzle “Nails” It
It’s called the “Tooth and Nail” puzzle, and it appears to be an optical illusion. It is not.