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These Tools Have Fascinating 'Handles' Nov. 07, 2018
During college, I spent an entire summer with a lute in my hands. No, I wasn't strumming medieval ma... Read More
Using the Proper Sandpaper Makes the Job Easier Oct. 04, 2018
Dear James: I have been trying to clean up and refinish some of the hardwood trim in my older home. ... Read More
Do-It-Yourselfers Unite! Jul. 26, 2017
Planned obsolescence has long been a consumer expense and irritation. Now brand-name profiteers are ... Read More
Tool Winners of the Green Thumb Awards Jan. 18, 2017
Last week, we talked about the new plant varieties that medaled in the 2017 Green Thumb Awards, whic... Read More
Finding the Confidence to Do Household Repairs Yourself Nov. 21, 2016
Figuring out how to install a new tile floor in the family room paid off big for my friend Mary Broc... Read More
Picking a Pruner Nov. 16, 2016
Looking for a holiday present for your gardener? A high-quality pruner is a valuable tool for any ga... Read More
Inexpensive Kitchen Tools Everyone Should Own Jul. 21, 2016
Whether you're a newlywed, recent grad moving into your first apartment or one of the reported 32 pe... Read More
Green Thumb Tool Awards Jan. 27, 2016
Last week we talked about the five new plant varieties that have won the 2016 Green Thumb Awards pre... Read More
Where to Find Good Free Stuff Feb. 05, 2014
Every day, perfectly serviceable items find their way to landfills simply because they are no longer... Read More
Items Needed in an Electrical Project Toolbox Jan. 30, 2014
Dear Pat: I live in an older house with a few electrical problems. I want to fix some of these probl... Read More
Twelve Marketing Tools Most Small Businesses Don't Get Right [Part 2 of 2] Jan. 28, 2014
Here are more highlights from my conversation with Randye Spina, small business marketing expert and... Read More
