How would you like to make a bottle opener with character, and that strokes your inner caveman? This is a fun and practical craft to make — an antler bottle opener. You only need a few basic tools and a little know-how. Which—I’m about to share with you in this tutorial. Soon, you will be…
Category: Tutorials
The Osage Orange Archery Pen
A while back I came across some instructions for using an aluminum arrow and the Slimline pen kit to create a rather unique pen. You can download instructions for making this pen here. Thanks to Don Ward for sharing these instructions.
How to Make a Slimline Pen
Pen making has brought an added level of joy and excitement to my life. There’s nothing more satisfying to write with one of my handcrafted pens, and being able to tell folks, “I made this.” For those who want to start the pen-making hobby, I have written this detailed tutorial on how to make a…
DIY Fire Pit
Does spending more quality family time around a cozy fire sound appealing? I will show you in 6 easy steps how to make a stone DIY fire pit that will bring your friends and family together. I’m building this firepit on top of a brand new flagstone patio, so I actually have 2 projects going…
A Gift for Dad
This Father’s Day make the perfect gift for dad. I normally give my dad a handmade pen for his birthday or Father’s Day, but this year I decided to do something different. I saw this idea somewhere on Pinterest. I got into woodburning a few years ago, and I love the ability it gives you…