We’re approaching an age where almost anything can be recycled. Reclaiming upholstery leather never really occurred to me – probably because when I think of used upholstery, I think of stains and nasty smells. But maybe that comes from having dogs as pets. They tend not to care where any smelly thing goes. Kinda like this [...]
Monthly Archives: March 2010
Don’t Just Stick It Anywhere0
March 21, 2010 – 9:53 am
All hail the miracle of Duct Tape! This stuff is probably the most versatile material on the planet (with Legos coming in second). You can do practically anything with Duct Tape – also known as Duck Tape. These guys, the MythBusters, researched some of the legends of DT. And then, just to make sure, they [...]
Take out the Trash0
March 20, 2010 – 9:19 am
I’m a Star Wars junkie, and R2-D2 is my favorite character to collect. So it is with profound respect that I say this: I always thought R2-D2 looked like a little garbage can. And now, he actually is a garbage can: This little R2 unit is made of durable vinyl and has a removable [...]
Spark Doctor in da House0
March 19, 2010 – 3:22 pm
Multi-tools generally cater to a wide range of functions. For example, I have a tool that contains a ball point pen, saw blades, knife blades, and an ear pick. Yep, you read that right. An ear pick. Altogether, it’s a pretty useful tool, even if if does have something something of an identity crisis. So it’s [...]
Strap One On0
March 19, 2010 – 9:12 am
I like working in the yard. I’m also a bit scatter-brained. So I can see myself walking into the local market to get beer after a day in the garden —with this thing attached to my butt. This is the Wearable Gardening Stool , a portable seat designed to save your aching back. Originally [...]
Massachusetts Hates Home Improvements0
March 18, 2010 – 5:30 pm
Got gripes? The people of Massachusetts sure do. When they collectively tried to boil down what ticked them off most, home improvement contractors topped the list. According to a press release issued by the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, consumers sent about 30,000 complaints to the office in 2009, of which 5,000 were [...]
UFO vs USB0
March 17, 2010 – 11:26 am
Remember this post ? Well, apparently life on Earth still beats aliens. While they are high-fiving (fouring? threeing?) over how awesome the UFO Surge Suppressor is, FastMac has one-upped them with the TruePower U-Socket . Or maybe you could say the U-Socket is the best of both worlds by packing two standard electrical outlets and two USB charger [...]
Ruche0
March 15, 2010 – 1:05 pm
Designed by Inga Sempé for Ligne Roset , the Ruché Sofa combines sparse décor with functionality. Inspired by the pleated fabric often seen in clothing like this skirt, the innovative ruched cushion on this couch wraps around the thin frame of the bench. Various versions of this sofa are available, including two- and three-seaters. My favorite is [...]
Diggedy Dozer0
March 15, 2010 – 8:27 am
Pretty cute, eh? Or creepy? I have something of a problem when it comes to humanizing machines. The whole zombie-apocalypse thing . . . But I guess it’s never too early to learn about construction and home improvement. And if Thomas the Tank Engine is any indication, I guess the kiddies (those little, tiny ones [...]
Dust Bunny0
March 14, 2010 – 3:15 pm
Were we talking about vaccuum cleaners recently? How about a little lo-tech alternative: the Dust Bunny I don’t know, but the dust bunnies in my house don’t look anywhere near as cute as this little guy. Designed by Liz Goulet of the Fred and Friends Studio, the Dust Bunny is made of high-pile, uber-dust-attracting microfiber. Except for the little fluffy tail [...]
