Category Archives: Misc-Life

Nice lamp build from plywood

Posted on August 26, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice build, the author uses a combo of handtools and CNC to make this. https://www.instructables.com/id/Mid-Century-Flexible-Plywood-Lamp/

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Nice cross cut table for circular saws

Posted on August 25, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice built, I love out the author goes over his mistakes at the end. I also like his router circle jig. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/super-simple-cheap-table-saw-alternative-%7C-free-plans-81040?homelistings#post164655

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Another nice LED light build

Posted on August 24, 2020 by robertwilkie

This one is with RGB strips so you can get some variety of color on the subject. https://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Pocket-RGB-LED-Light-for-Your-Home-Photo-S/

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Installing a downspout or sump pump drywell

Posted on August 21, 2020 by robertwilkie

I have thought about doing this myself as the clay lines for my gutters are breaking down. Hard part is I can only dig in the yard in spring or fall (clay soil) and when its dry, its harder than … Continue reading →

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Simple “shield” for tutoring students

Posted on August 21, 2020 by robertwilkie

Its a simple plexiglass stand for a teacher to put between them and the student for tutoring. Nice build overall, I think the author should put a handle on it too so it can be carried around. https://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Teacher-Desk-Shield-for-Writing-Conferences/

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Nice Ballista build

Posted on August 20, 2020 by robertwilkie

Just not so sure I would trust PVC pipe for the arms on it. But it seems to work and is a nice concept build. https://www.instructables.com/id/Alexander-the-Greats-Macedonian-Ballista/

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Nice build for wooden hing holddowns

Posted on August 19, 2020 by robertwilkie

Me…I unless I needed some sort of custom sized one. I think I would just buy what I needed for 10-20 dollars. Thought these ones do look nice. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/clamp-old-wooden-hinges-video-80997?homelistings#post164503

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Another write up on converting old jig saw blades to sandpaper

Posted on August 19, 2020 by robertwilkie

Using the spent blades, and scrapes of wood or PVC pipe. I like the pipe bit since it gives a rounded edge. https://www.instructables.com/id/DO-NOT-THROW-AWAY-OLD-SAWS-ON-WOOD-I-Have-a-Great-/

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Cool CNC build from CD ROM drives

Posted on August 18, 2020 by robertwilkie

Most builds I see are stationary, this is nice since you can move it to draw on different mediums. I have seem another build like this before. Just not with a nice write up and video https://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Arduino-Based-Mini-CNC-Machine-New-Design/

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Sunflower seed peeler

Posted on August 17, 2020 by robertwilkie

I never understood folks desire to eat sunflower seeds. But this may change my mind. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/sunflower-seed-peeling-machine-78756?homelistings#post155947

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