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DIY: Denim Wrench Case

casasugar — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:15:23 -0800

If my Handyman Holiday Gift Guide wasn't good enough for you, perhaps you'd like to DIY a gift for your favorite hunky household helper. If your handyman has every tool in the toolbox, consider making him this Denim Wrench Case made by Cut Out + Keep member Eva G, which holds a full set of wrenches and rolls up into itself. All you'll need for this product is a few pieces of denim or other sturdy fabric (try canvas), embroidery thread, a needle, scissors, and an elastic band. Eva gave the case to her father last Christmas and embroidered his initials onto the case to personalize it. I love how the color of the red thread pops! It's also very masculine looking — what genuine handyman could argue with that? To learn how to make this wrench case, and to see it rolled up,

Casa Quickie: A Housewarming Bucket

casasugar — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:00:12 -0700

Moving into a new house is stressful. You're finally cured of the headache of packing, and then it occurs to you that you still have to unpack! Then, something inevitably goes wrong. The faucet only gives off hot water, the movers break something, etc. Then, you think you're all set and ready to settle in and you realize you're out of t.p. Ugh! So, as much as a warm apple pie or a batch of your specialty cookies will taste delightful to your new neighbors or a friend who's just moved, a more useful (and migraine-relieving) housewarming gift is a bucket of the essentials she'll need to get settled. Think about the things that were most helpful to you when you moved. Then, pick up a handsome galvanized bucket, or even a colorful scrub bucket, and then comb the aisles of at the hardware store for those items, as well as any tools and practical items they might need. If you happen to throw a cold Corona or a black-and-white cookie in there while you're at it, I don't think you'll face any opposition.
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Name This Tool

casasugar — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:00:40 -0700

As part of our month of home schooling, I thought I should quiz you about some common tools. Can you tell me what type of tool this is?

Have You Built Anything?

casasugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:30:16 -0700

Be it a fence, a bookshelf, a house, or a garden box, I want to know. Have you built anything? Source

Have You Built Anything?

Yes! I can hold my own when it comes to lumber and power tools.

I've helped other folks build things.

No, I don't have this skill yet.

Other, I'll tell you in the comments.

Name This Tool

casasugar — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:00:39 -0700

As part of our month of home schooling, I thought I should quiz you about some common tools. Can you tell me what type of tool this is?

Can You Use a Circular Saw?

casasugar — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:00:34 -0700

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Can You Use a Circular Saw?

Yes, I'm a home improvement diva!

I've used one before, but I could use some review lessons.

No, I've never picked one up!

Other, I'll tell you in the comments.

Name This Tool

casasugar — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:00:56 -0700

I've found this tool to be very handy when trimming branches or cutting off the end of a Christmas tree. Can you name it?

Name This Tool

casasugar — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:00:51 -0700

As part of Home Schooling Month, I figured I'd quiz you on your knowledge of some of the essential tools needed for keeping things in tip-top shape at home. The tool shown here is a type of pliers. Do you know the tool's more specific name?

Ready, Set, Go Fix It!

casasugar — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:00:14 -0700

Every woman should have a toolbox to help with basic household chores and fix-it tasks. Whether you need to hang a picture or fix a sticky window, I've rounded up all of the tools you'll need to get your toolbox ready for handywoman tasks. Oh, and I've also provided a description of what each tool or supply is good for. To get your toolbox assembled, check out the slideshow. Source

Name This Tool

casasugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:00:47 -0700

As part of our month of home schooling, I thought I should quiz you about some common tools. Can you tell me what type of screwdriver this is?

Steal of the Day: Brocade Home Patterned Tool Set

casasugar — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 04:30:20 -0700

For all of the fashionista gardener girls in the world (and yes, they do exist), this Brocade Home Patterned Garden Tool Set ($34, marked down from $69) is made to order. It's more than a little bit over the top, but how fun would it be to break out this tool set when you need to replant some wisteria, lilac, or other similarly shaded flowers with these matching tools? I may not always love matchy matchy, but in this case I will make a definite and enthusiastic exception.

Do You Have a Toolbox?

casasugar — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 07:30:25 -0800

When I was 20, for Christmas my father gave me my first toolbox — a tool bag, actually, filled with the essentials and more. I was a bit surprised to see it sitting under the red and green wrapping paper. But years later, still holding onto it, I have to admit it's been one of my most used gifts. If you don't have one, you should. Or, if you're looking for a tried and true gift idea, a toolbox is key. Source

Do You Have a Toolbox?

Yes, and I cherish it!

Not a toolbox per se, but I do have essential tools laying around.

No, but I guess I should get one.

Casa Quiz: A Puzzling Tool

casasugar — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 08:00:47 -0800

It looks menacing, but this tool has a fairly common use in remodeling projects.

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