While I don't consider myself a "pack rat", my family might argue the point.  The trouble is that as a craftsman and a maker, I tend to see the value of raw material and what's hidden inside w…

It's understandable upon hearing the word "economy" we think financially or about money.  We learn from our experiences and money is always tight when first starting out.  Being "economic…

Easter has always been one of my favorite holidays.  It's a symbol of renewal, the dreary grey of winter is behind us, the world is beginning to green, the flowers are blooming, and it's an op…

Recently, one of my favorite power tools started showing it's age - 24 years of it as a matter of fact.  While still as reliable and running as strong as when it was purchased in 1993, the pow…