I build a lot of cabinets, built-ins, bookshelves and such. I often get asked how I select materials for different kinds of projects. MDF, plywood, solid wood. What's best for what ... Read More about Selecting the Right Materials for a Project
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French Cleat Storage for Track Saw Tracks
I'm focusing on small projects that I can do, here and there, until I get back to work on Calderwood. I recently put up a French cleat wall section in my workshop so I could put away some of the tools ... Read More about French Cleat Storage for Track Saw Tracks
Spray Painted Fabric Canopy
My sister and I built a lemonade stand for my niece, Sophie. We wanted a yellow striped canopy but couldn't find a ready made outdoor fabric so we spray painted our own. It was a really easy project ... Read More about Spray Painted Fabric Canopy
Building Beams at Calderwood Cottage
We've completed round 3 at Calderwood Cottage and we're still not done but we made a lot of progress! We have an awesome new deck! And in the kitchen and living room, we added new, extended and bulked ... Read More about Building Beams at Calderwood Cottage
Finishing the Deck
We partnered with Wood, Naturally to build a deck at Calderwood Cottage. Phase two of this project was more effort than we planned for. However, it was totally worth the effort. It makes the whole ... Read More about Finishing the Deck
Building a Deck
Our cute little house looks so tiny nestled on it's 1.1 acre lot. We're pretty excited to partner with Wood, Naturally to build a deck. This project will create an outdoor living space, take advantage ... Read More about Building a Deck