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STONEWORKING VIDEO: See How I Build an Arch With Natural Stone

Building with the natural stone of Manitoulin Island is one of the things I’ve learned to do in my time here on our homestead, and the video below shows one of the most intricate parts of the job. Click below […]

WHY IS THIS HAPPENING? Pasture Plants Thrive in Deep Quarry Waste

Nutritious hay plants such as alfalfa, clover and trefoil aren’t all that easy to grow. Normally you need to buy expensive seed, plant these seeds in good soil, then hope for favourable growing conditions while the seedlings get started. So […]

WOODWORKING: Simple, Effective Thickness Planer Trick

Thickness planers are made to smoothen wood, but they’re also unbeatable when it comes to making a bunch of wood strips of consistent size. Are you milling trim, moulding or pieces of solid wood edging? The thickness planer is the […]

WOODWORKING: Make a Simple, Effective Edge Sander Fast

Sometimes a little creative thinking is all you need to make good things happen in the workshop. It doesn’t necessarily take money to buy tools. Click below to see how an ordinary belt sander works well as a stationary edge […]

WOODWORKING: Watch This Air Nailer Safety Tip

Air nailers make it easier to create great furniture and woodwork, but there’s a hidden danger in using them. Click below to watch and learn how to save your finger from a nasty surprise.

WOODWORKING VIDEO: Make Solid Wood Door Panels With a Hand Plane

Woodworking machines are great, but there’s still a place for hand tools. Click below to watch how I apply the bevel on the edge of door panels using a hand plane. The results are better than with a router because […]

PATCHING WALLS: Learn How to Prep for Painting Like a Pro

The quickest way to change the look of your home is by changing the colours on your walls. Use these steps to ensure that your walls look like they were repaired and painted by professionals.

VIDEO: Small Town Couple Makes Good Life for Themselves Outside the City

Want to earn a living outside the city? Watch and see how Bill and Joann Woods do it. Smart decisions, hard work and a little innovative thinking has made all the difference for them . . .

AUTO SCRATCH REPAIR: Fast, Easy & Effective Buffing Method

I’m a big fan of keeping older vehicles going for the long haul with a little tender, loving care. My F-150 pickup truck is 1990 and our family van is a 2004 Toyota Sienna. Watch the video up next showing […]

BEAT THE HEAT: Cooler Upstairs Bedrooms in Summer

Is the second story of your home too hot in summer, despite air conditioning that’s running full blast and making lower levels too cold? Click for a real-world solution that solves the problem once and for all.