Cell phones have become vital tools in everyone’s lives. We rely on them for maps, compasses, radios and of course as a phone. so what happens when there is a disaster and you are stuck with no power? How do you keep your phone charged? The grid isn’t a guaranteed source of power and relying on…
(VIDEO) How to Forge an Ax
This Is Essential Education for the Aspiring Blacksmith! Whether you’re a homesteader, a prepper or you just like to know how to make your own tools and equipment, some basic blacksmithing skills can definitely come in handy and make your job so much easier. One tool you definitely need is an ax, which you can…
How To Make Non Toxic Paint For The Homestead
If you own a house then you know that painting is something that you will inevitably have to do. If you own a homestead then you know that not only will you have to paint around in the house for the occasional touch-up but there are also barns, gates, troughs and various other wooden structures…
This Japanese Hammer Is a Valuable Addition to Any Blacksmithing Tool Kit
This Is a Very Different Hammer Than the Version Many of Us Use! If you’re new to blacksmithing, you’ve probably only used one type of blacksmithing hammer: the traditional Nordic cross peen hammer. However, there are many types of blacksmithing hammers, and the style and construction varies widely all across the world. Another versatile and…
How To Make an Epic Sawdust Stove
This is one of those projects that the moment I saw it I had to have it. I have researched many DIY stoves over the years and have made quite a few of them but when I saw this one I got almost giddy. Not only can you decorate it any fun way you want, which…
9 of the Best Hidden Gun Safes
There is one thing that anyone who has a weapon knows and that is you don’t always want it out in plain sight. While yes you want to make sure you are prepared but you also want to make sure you and your loved ones are safe from accidental harm And just as it’s wise…
Here’s How to Make a Handmade Knife Without a Forge
This Is the Perfect DIY Project For Anyone Who Admires Good Old-Fashioned Craftsmanship! If you’re like us — and many other DIYers out there — you’re always looking for ways to make things on your own instead of buying them. This includes everything from complicated projects that take up the whole summer, to simple projects…
Decisions in Blacksmithing: The Ever Important Anvil & Forge
When you start out as a blacksmith the amount of equipment you need can seem daunting. if you have had little to no experience in this field you may become overwhelmed with all of the decisions that you have to make. However, with so many choices out there, and so many new ones introduced each year…
7 Tips on How to Loosen a Frozen Nut, Bolt, or Screw
In my time as a diy’er I have come across a bolt or two (or ten) that just won’t seem to budge. No matter what you do they are bound and determined that they are staying right where they are. Many times I have found this when trying to piece together a new project from older…
