DIY Building Projects
Great DIY projects and building plans for anyone who can swing a hammer.
Green Tomato Tallow Soap Recipe
By Reader Letters
Incorporate green tomatoes in your soap recipe, DIY mob-feeder, sewing case kit and more tips from readers.
How to Build a Coffee Roasting Machine
By Jon Stika
Build and operate your own roaster for full control over the color and flavor of the beans in your brew.
Build a Simple Homestead Bench
By Renee Benoit
I can’t find a suitable sturdy bench for my mud room so I decide to make one myself. Here’s how I did it.
Why Hand Planes Still Make Sense
By Steve Maxwell
Learn why hand planes are part of quiet, simple woodworking, and how to choose and use a plane that will really work for you. 40 years of woodworking insights here for you.
Introduction to Tanning & Skinning Tools
By Fala Burnette, Wolf Branch Homestead
If you’ve ever been interested in wanting to learn more about tanning hides and furs, this article will discuss some of the basic tools to get started.
Why All-Foam Basement Subfloors Make Sense
By Steve Maxwell, Bailey Line Road
A field trial report on the first of a new type of all-foam basement subfloor panel. Lighter weight and easier installation are two new advantages.
Beginner’s Guide to Installing Crown Molding
By Steve Maxwell
Learn the five essentials for installing your own crown molding like a pro. Great results are easier than it looks, especially if you use crown anchoring hardware.
How to Rescue a Smelly Soft Chair
By Kristi Nebel
You can save a stinky soft chair by removing and washing its cushion and cushion-cover at home. How to take a rescued chair from start to finish with removal of odors.
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