Articles for tag: Ace Hardware, Hardware, Wood Working, Woodworking Tools

Three Interesting Hardware Stores in North Raleigh

Raleigh is an easy place to find hardware being offered by a wide range of enterprises. Department stores, pharmacies, gift stores and dollar stores all offer some hardware. The larger box stores often offer the hardware only in larger units. (50 or 100) The smaller stores offer limited selections of smaller units primarily for small ...

Must Have Tools for Woodworking

Okay so I just got back from the Kansas City Renaissance Fair. I saw this post here for a topic of must have tools for wood working. Instead of going into the modern day hammer, drill and such I’ve decided to go a bit old school. What are some must have woodworking tools for old ...

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Easy Father’s Day Gift Basket Ideas

A basket full of goodies makes a great gift for the dad or grandpa in your life. Here are 6 to choose from: Fishing Basket – This is perfect for the fisherman. You can put a copy of his favorite fishing magazine in it along with lures, hooks, sinkers, bobbers and don’t forget some snacks ...

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Gift Ideas for the Wood Carving Enthusiast

For individuals who enjoy working with their hands and playing in the outdoors, woodworking has become a widely popular interest. For some wood working enthusiasts, the interest lies simply in the art of wood carving and the creation of beautiful objects using simple hand tools. For others, the craft is much larger, creating furniture and ...

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Woodworking Projects for Beginners

The Tools For the following projects, you will need the following tools: An 8 point handsaw (8+ points per inch on the blade) A drill with an assortment of bits Assorted fasteners (screws, nails, etc.) Make a Little Birdhouse in Your Soul (Thanks for the song, They Might Be Giants)... These are instructions for many ...

How to Wood Burn a Checkerboard

A wood burned Checkerboard is the perfect gift for older kids to make themselves for Dad, Grand Dad, or even Mom for a homemade gift. Using a simple piece of wood and a wood burning tool, you can easily make your own wood burned checkerboard for about $11. This is also a great wood working ...

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Vintage Window Shutter Coffee Table

This simple vintage window shutter coffee table is great wood working project for a beginner. Be sure to use a wood vintage window shutter, because you will be drilling into it. You can find great vintage window shutter s at flea market, salvage yards, antique shops, and reuse it centers. This vintage window shutter coffee ...

Vintage 1950’s Chinese Checker Board Craft Project

I love all things vintage, but I can’t always afford to buy them. Sometimes you can’t even find specific items like a vintage Chinese checkers board. This Vintage Chinese Checkerboard is a fun and easy wood working craft project. You can play games on it or even hang it on the wall as decor in ...

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Woodworking for Children

The Magic Whimmydiddle This is an easy project for anyone to do, and can be part of a fortune telling or magic act. The most dangerous tool involved in this woodworking project is either the nail or the butter knife, you decide. It is a fun project that will introduce children to woodworking, there is ...