Today’s DIY is super easy. Here’s the thing…for you guys out there, unless you wanna head to the market to buy cotton face pads, I recommend you snag some from the wife or daughter’s stash…..but don’t say that I didn’t warn you about damage control! Your alibi? “I was being resourceful & simulating a MacGyver […]
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DIY: Build A Shooter’s Bench (Right-hand & Left-hand shooters)
The folks at eHow have a 5-step instruction plan for you to make your own shooting bench for target practice. The hardest part will be digging the holes for the vertical posts. But feel free to assign the post-hole digging to your squirliest-scout or pupil with the highest activity level! (or use an auger to […]
DIY: Marinades & Tofu Jerky
Some of you out there are Vegans & we totally respect that…especially because we’ll have to team-up when it comes time to kill the Zombies! But seriously, our last DIY discussed making Jerky from meat but didn’t consider the value of other options. So, hope you enjoy today’s DIY & if you have some suggestions […]
DIY: Make Your Own Jerky
Jerk! No, J-E-R-K-Y…as in carnivorous protein source. (Vegans, I’ll have a jerky post for your palette soon.) Today’s DIY comes to us from Budget101.com & is in time for those who aren’t willing to barter gold bars for delicious jerky. This tutorial is straight-forward & easy to follow. Knock yourselves out with this DIY…just be […]
DIY Build a Warré Beehive
Honey…Check out Today’s DIY!…(it includes a Free PDF Download) This DIY comes to us as a reminder of the importance that bees play in the pollination process & honey production. Many, many folks are getting into beekeeping & we want you to consider if it your opportunity permits. The hive is based on the book […]
DIY: Rainwater Collection System
Today’s DIY comes to you from the folks at Wikihow.They did a great job of step-by-step photos. We recommend that your drinking water storage NOT come from rain water catchment for many reasons…one of them being that intergalactic aliens might have used that water as a wash basin without leaving a note. There are PLENTY […]
DIY: Make Your Own Natural Neosporin!
Say goodbye to baldness forever! Well, not with today’s DIY remedy. BUT, if you or someone in the household is dealing with: diaper rash dry or chapped skin eczema a minor burn minor cuts scrapes, etc. then we’ve got the recipe for you! Check out today’s DIY “boo-boo” ointment from Mrs Happy Homemaker. If you’re […]
DIY: Fish Hooks from Can Tab!
Today’s DIY post gives you an excuse to drink some beers or sodas from cans…or you can score some tabs from the recycling center if you don’t have any empty cans around the house. In any event, this project is simple, straight-forward, and should involve safety equipment because you’ll be exposed to sharp metal edges. […]
DIY: {Hillbilly} Washing Machine
Check out today’s DIY Washing Machine! In case you don’t have a Faraday cage big enough for your washing machine, we’ve got you covered. Melissa at Refashionista decided to call her project a Hillbilly Washing Machine. This project is certainly not limited to hillbillies per se, so check it out & make your own…just make […]
DIY: Convert Your Lawn Mower Into a Generator
Lies start wars. Heck, even facts start wars! But I mentioned lies because I want you to think about this one: I could easily live a few days without electricity. I can’t. My primary source of income will be removed when the grid goes down. I have back-ups and my back-ups have back-ups. Three of […]