Category: Budgeting

Why use a store bought pie crust when you can make it yourself almost instantly? Chef Sara Sanne of Pies ‘n’ Thighs in Brooklyn shows […]

Cranberry sauce may be a Thanksgiving staple, but that doesn’t mean it should be out of the spotlight on November 27th. Here’s how to make […]

If you try to download a 4K movie directly from the Photos app in iOS, the quality will automatically drop to standard definition. To get […]

Standing desks are all the rage , but sometimes you just want to relax on the couch while working on your laptop. Here is a […]

It was a long time ago, but the first Steam Machines have finally arrived : compact computers that give you the quality of PC games […]

Coal Journey will suit just about any meal, as this video from Bon Appetit (featuring The Brothers Green) shows. You also don’t need to use […]

Remember that scene from Back to the Future where Marty Jr. watched rude television at the dinner table wearing giant glasses ? Now you can […]

It might seem like hanging something really heavy, like a mirror, is more difficult than hanging a small painting. However, with the right anchors, things […]

It is easy to connect thin pieces of wood to each other using dowels , which form strong connections. But lining them up is not […]

Organizing tools and materials for a workshop is a constant struggle. If you have drawers deep enough, you can add pull-out storage trays to maximize […]

Worried that someone might invade your evil lair? This DIY audible alarm is easy to assemble, loud enough and perfect for simple hide-and-seek games or […]

Children are angry. You might think that free Halloween candy would be enough, but no – these school kids are showing us there is no […]

If you enjoy capturing your adrenaline-filled adventures with an action camera, this datalogger black box can record data in real time and then display it […]

Exhaust fans help prevent mildew and mildew in bathrooms and basements, but when left on, they waste electricity. Automate this process by installing a humidity […]

No matter how careful you are, skirting boards are bound to be chipped and damaged by furniture legs or erroneous legs. Instead of finding and […]

Mac: If you want to play a web video while you work, you usually need to resize the browser window and paste it into the […]

When hammering a nail into soft wood, such as cedar, there is a good chance that you will damage the wood with a hammer if […]

Kitchen pantries should store items as small as cereal boxes and as small as spices … but it seems like there isn’t always enough space […]

All screwdrivers are supposed to be magnetic, but unfortunately only a few of them. Here’s an easy way to magnetize every screwdriver in your box […]

Hacking is a process that gradually changes with every iOS update. Instead of always posting new guides, we’ll just keep it up to date. If […]

Let’s say you have a DVD movie but want to watch it on your phone, tablet, or somewhere else. You can “rip” this DVD or […]

iOS: The previously mentioned Burner , an app that allows you to generate disposable numbers for dating sites, online merchandise, or anything else that requires […]

When you cut plywood, sometimes the blade clings to the veneer and tears unevenly, causing a “rip”. Tear marks will ruin the look of your […]

Table saws can cut yards of sheet material over a period of days, but they can also be used in more subtle ways, such as […]

Pencil marks can be a great indicator of how much more sanding needs to be done. Try this trick the next time you’re sanding a […]

Connecting an icemaker to water is not a difficult task for a plumbing, but if done incorrectly, it can leak and lead to problems in […]

If the water has cooled down, the water heater flame has probably gone out. You don’t need any tools or handyman to re-light the test […]

Most of us learn to cook through trial and error, through the Food Network, or force-feed ourselves when no one else will. Naturally, no one […]

In his TED talk, Michael Kimmel, sociologist and author of Angry White Men , argues for promoting gender equality, not only because it’s right, but […]

GoPro accessories cost a lot of money and are often lost in the field or when traveling. Luckily, you can DIY five of these GoPro […]

Among the best new hidden features in iOS 9 is the new option to change the default video recording settings, which should help you save […]

Modern wood screws are available in a variety of varieties, all designed for maximum holding capacity for a wide variety of wood species. This is […]

Every DIY locksmith should have a torque wrench handy to prevent stripping and over-tightening the bolts. Many bolts used in the construction of cars and […]

If you tend to watch without overeating for hours (thanks, Netflix autoplay), your willpower may need a little help. This DIY TV limiter can turn […]

Making children’s furniture is always a pleasure. Minimizing waste by using a single sheet of plywood makes it even better. You can assemble this set […]

Each has several bowls that the plastic wrap never clings to. But there is a simple solution: submerge your finger in water and slide it […]

There are so many wonderful things you can do with PVC pipe . But if the pipe doesn’t fit and you need to cut it […]

Dust collection systems can be expensive and often overkill for the needs of a small workshop. But protecting yourself and sensitive electronic equipment from airborne […]

Even the best wood craftsmen can have gaps between the joints. This simple tip makes gaps disappear instantly. Small gaps in dovetail joints or other […]

Nothing ruins a kill streak like spilling Diet Mountain Dew all over the controller, making it sticky. Or maybe you just used it too much […]