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Carve a Stone Bowl

Carve a Stone Bowl

Ever thought about trying to make something to last? It’s a hard problem: moths, rust, fire, thieves, and time versus the works of the mighty. Take a walk through an...

Posted by Tim Anderson

Categories: Home, Craft, Tools, Workshop | No Comments


Making Bar Soap

Making Bar Soap

Just where and when humans first observed the chemical reaction between oil and potash is unknown. One legend says it was at “Mount Sapo” in ancient Rome, where a creek...

Posted by Alastair Bland

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The Florence Siphon

The Florence Siphon

The vacuum siphon coffee brewing method dates back to the 1840s. It produces some of the cleanest, smoothest-tasting coffee of any method. Commercial vacuum pots are available, but I wanted...

Posted by John Edgar Park

Categories: Food & Beverage | 1 Comment


Mosaic Table

Mosaic Table

I am a klutz. I break dishes all the time. This is why I like mosaics. It’s a wonderful way to make amends to all my precious pieces of pottery....

Posted by Brookelynn Morris

Categories: Furniture, Home | 1 Comment


Backyard Biodiesel

Backyard Biodiesel

Biodiesel is vegetable oil (often used) that’s been chemically converted into a fuel thin enough to spray through a diesel fuel-injection system. No special equipment is needed to “cook” a...

Posted by Rob Elam

Categories: Energy, Home, Science | 10 Comments