Project: To find a use for the large amount of sawdust produced from wood turning, sawing, firewood etc. The 2 choices I had was to either dump / compost it or burn it. Loose sawdust can be burned in a wood burner but can easily kill the fire and cause a lot of smoke. So I decide to […]
Ok, so these are really PRETTY. However, they’re not a bad idea at all – it “could” prove to be useful to pack a few in the camping bag. Obviously, minus the frills, of course – … unless you’re looking to get some action under the stars – maybe. I guess that all depends on WHO you’re […]
Rocket stoves and outdoor grills are great for cooking in a pot or skillet when the power is down or non-existent following a disaster or a worst case situation where fuel is either flat-out unavailable or intolerably expensive. There are some things, though, that cook best in an oven. One solution, of course, is to […]
So there’s 10 of you sitting around a table outside, enjoying a nice meal as the sun is setting – and only one of you is getting attacked by mosquitos. The one is YOU. Yip, it’s bloody annoying. Here’s a short video that will show you how to make your own homemade mosquito repellent. Fare […]
Here’s an interesting how to video showing you how to open a padlock with coke can. Why? Well, because you can, yes you can…
Lets face it, baby stuff is expensive. And there’s a whole bunch of stuff new mums need. Nappies, wipes, creams, more nappies, wipes, and creams… So why not make your own home made baby wipes? They don’t contain alcohol and they are super-soothing for those delicate areas, especially if you’re dealing with a diaper rash. They’re […]
Bit smelly? Need a good wash? Why not make some castile soap. If you happen to have stinky people with sensitive skin, you could make them a bar of Castile soap, which is a pure olive oil soap, free from sodium lauryl sulphate; a.k.a. SLS. This soap is a gentle and mild cleanser. People who have […]