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DIYFYI - Dianne Lehmann
In a recent article, I wrote that I am not a good handyperson. But that doesn't mean that I am not good at some aspects. So, in my inimitably charming way I got to wondering what defines a good handyperson. Abilities regarding the business of Doing It Yourself run the gamut from numerous to... Submitted 1 year 37 days ago.

Removing your Above Ground Swimming Pool - - Daniel Osko
Recently, a reader of one of my other articles asked the question; " How do you take down an above ground swimming pool to move it? I can't seem to find anything to help me. I read your article on replacing a liner but I need to know how to move one". Well, (I thought to my self), this is a very... Submitted 4 years 49 days ago.

Seasonal Swimming Pool Closing Instructions - - Daniel Osko
Information By following the provided instructions, you will be able to professionally close your pool for the winter season. Additionally, you will protect it from winters abuse and make opening it next season...simple. Required Tools a) Standard Screw Driver b) Phillips Screw... Submitted 5 years 276 days ago.

Onground Pool Installation Guide - - Daniel Osko
Prior to any Pool Installation, it is advisable to fully read all documentation which accompanies your Swimming Pool. Next, insure that you are in the possession of all parts and hardware by taking a full inventory. Finally, gather all necessary tools and resources to complete your installation.... Submitted 5 years 312 days ago.

Tips for Inground Swimming Pool Liner Preparation and Installation! - - Daniel Osko
Do you think that only the pro's can do it? Think again. Although we recommend a professional installer, with the correct tools and care most anyone can install their liner. Just follow the guide below, and you decide. A little work can save you a lot of money! These tips apply to inground... Submitted 6 years 56 days ago.

What Extras an Art Studio Needs© - - Arlene Wright-Correll
This week’s email asks, “I am a novice artist and I want to know what other supplies does an art studio need other than the paints, canvases, brushes etc.?” There is lots of odd things artists use in their studios that most people would not consider necessary and a well... Submitted 128 days 11 hours ago.

Plein-Air Painting Art Advice© - - Arlene Wright-Correll
This week’s “Art Only Spoken Here” question asks, “What are the benefits of plein-air painting?” Plein-air painting—or, painting outside in the open air has its benefits and its trials and tribulations. In the artist’s world there are many pros and cons... Submitted 258 days ago.

The Great $5.00 Find© - - Arlene Wright-Correll
No one loves a bargain better than this bargain hunter so I clip manufacturer coupons for things we use, I shop at salvage grocery stores where I can buy about $125.00 worth of groceries for only $25.00, I go early on Monday to our local supermarket and buy their 50 to 70% discounted meat from... Submitted 1 year 345 days ago.

Secrets. - Kerri
Marie, a 30 year old widow, sat her 6 year old son down, looked deep into his beautiful green eyes and stroked her fingers through his thick blonde hair. She felt at that moment like shaking him until he screamed. Instead, she calmly held the look and asked him the same question that kept going... Submitted 2 years 123 days ago.

The Self-Made Carpenter - Ronyae
My uncle has always been the one to build things on our family estate in Frankville, Alabama: picnic tables, banisters, and even a makeshift pool hall has been just a few projects that Uncle B.B. proudly designed. The amazing thing about all of these projects is that B.B. has never been... Submitted 3 years 71 days ago.

How to Get Rid of Pesky Roaches: Positively And Completely - Joel Hendon
There are several reasons that cause a house to have a high infestation of roaches. No bug seems to be as repulsive as these things. For many years after my wife and I married, we moved several times because of my work, and it seems that everywhere we moved, we were smothered in those things. We... Submitted 3 years 158 days ago.

Displaying Military Medals In Shadow Box - Richard MFDC
First of all, as the recipient of the medals, think about how the military is structured. 1) Very Orderly; everything has a place. 2) Rank; (Army Example) From General to Private. When you are placing the items in a shadow box or other display I would recommend placing the Insignia on top... Submitted 4 years 123 days ago.

How To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient - Gary R. Lake
There are dozens of ways to make your home more energy efficient. The costs range from no more than a little effort to “the sky’s the limit." Many options require little or no skill and very little time. You, as the homeowner, have a responsibility to keep your home as energy efficient as... Submitted 4 years 223 days ago.

How To Easily Learn To Build Your own Website(s) Free - - Joel Hendon
The internet has grown from a sparsely supplied means of learning to a vast universe of shared knowledge within the past thirty years. Sources of information, besides being few in number, were very difficult to find. Now, you can enter almost any few words into a top search engine such as Google... Submitted 4 years 228 days ago.

New Inventions I Would Like To See - Steve Gillman
Do you want to create money-making new inventions? Not me. I just like to dream them up. Here are some of the new ideas I would love to see created in reality. I hope a reader or two will do something with them. New Inventions For Outdoors Free-standing tents without poles: The idea here is... Submitted 5 years 324 days ago.

Drying Your Clothes In A Dryer Is Not Always Faster Than Hanging Them Outside To Dry - Tyler Anderson
Clothes put out on a clothesline to dry have a wonderful fresh air scent. Unfortunately doing this isn't an option for many people, but perhaps the only option for others. If you rely on a dryer to dry your clothes, it's inconvenient when things go wrong. It can cost you a lot of money either to... Submitted 5 years 334 days ago.

Easy Invention Ideas - Steve Gillman
Easy invention ideas? Why easy? Sometimes it's just too intimidating to think about building a new type of car, television, or other complicated invention. So these are ideas for garage or basement tinkerers. Coming up with a prototype for most of these will cost no more than the money in your... Submitted 6 years 123 days ago.

Boat builders - Learn how to make your own gudgeons & pintles - cleats- & oarlocks. - Col C
Old boat restoration is not unlike vintage car or motorcycle restoration, i.e. you'll find many parts that are unsalvagable and will need to be replaced or reconditioned at some stage during the restoration. While it might be argued that most people who choose to restore old boats have access to... Submitted 6 years 203 days ago.

The Hobby Foundry and Basic Pattern Making. - Col C
Success or otherwise in your hobby foundry will depend to a large degree on your skills & ability to create simple patterns. I.e. Patterns that are easy to mould, lift or separate from the sand mould after a gentle rap. A pattern with an incorrect draft angle on vertical surfaces, badly... Submitted 6 years 206 days ago.

Air (pneumatic) Tools - Lee Bowman
Air (pneumatic) Tools -by- Lee Bowman Tools that use compressed air are probably the most powerful hand tools there are. Air tools do require frequent maintenance. The air compressor to run the tools draws in air from the atmosphere. If you live in a humid area the air... Submitted 6 years 207 days ago.

The A B C's of Boat Maintenance and Yacht Detailing - BoatCat
We started gathering these 'home remedies' and common sense tips, over a year ago, as a lark. The other night I found them, did a little editing, and here they are. There is a lot of useful information here, and a little lighthearted boat cleaning humor, so for what it's worth, we're passing it... Submitted 6 years 235 days ago.

Tree Pruning Tips - Michael J McGroarty
You are welcome to use this article on your website or in your newsletter as long as you reprint it as is, including the contact information at the end. Website URLs must be active links. You are welcome to use this article with an affiliate link, http://www.freeplants.com/resellers.htm ... Submitted 6 years 255 days ago.

Eight Of The Most Popularly Used Softwoods - cedarcreekwoodshop
1. Avoid Cross Cutting - Plywood tends to chip the most when cut across its width (grain). Cutting along the length of the wood will help to reduce chipping. 2. Use the Right Blade - Special blades are manufactured for different cutting jobs. The number of teeth, width, angle, and rake of the... Submitted 6 years 303 days ago.

10 Tips For Correctly Cutting Plywood - cedarcreekwoodshop
1. Avoid Cross Cutting - Plywood tends to chip the most when cut across its width (grain). Cutting along the length of the wood will help to reduce chipping. 2. Use the Right Blade - Special blades are manufactured for different cutting jobs. The number of teeth, width, angle, and rake of the... Submitted 6 years 303 days ago.

There is a Difference Between Can’t and Never Tried© - - Arlene Wright-Correll
This week’s email question asked “Why do you keep insisting that everyone can create art?” Since humans started to draw on cave walls art has been created. It is an inherent trait significant only to the human species. From just about everyone who walks into our studios both... Submitted 139 days 17 hours ago.