by Paul | Dec 12, 2019 | Boat Building, Fabrication, Farm & Homestead
This is the eleventh episode of the 18’ sailboat build and shows how you can save a boat load of money by fabricating your own Dorade Boxes and Cowl Vents. What are these? A Dorade box is simply a box with a baffle inside. It has a cowl vent mounted on top which is...
by Paul | Dec 6, 2019 | Arts & Crafts, Building Projects, Fabrication, Farm & Homestead
The holiday season is upon us and work upon my sailboat has been temporarily put on hold due to snow and ice. SO……this week’s project in a “balance bike” for toddlers. I designed and built the balance bike in this video. I have also drawn 4 sheets of plans if anyone...
by Paul | Nov 21, 2019 | Farm & Homestead, On My Mind
I wish all of you a very happy Thanksgiving holiday. This year, I’m feeling blessed and thankful for wonderful things and circumstances that have come my way: I’m most thankful for my wonderful wife, Susan; and my incredibly talented daughter, Hannah. The two best...
by Paul | Nov 15, 2019 | Building Projects, Farm & Homestead, Tools & Equipment
Part 2 of the Portable Generator Enclosure Build – A (very) long time in coming! I have to apologize for the delay. The weather turned sour last year and it just got too cold, followed by heavy snow and ice for me to continue. As a result, the framework stood empty...
by Paul | Nov 7, 2019 | Boat Building, Building Projects, Farm & Homestead
A big “Shout-Out” and thanks go out to my latest Patreon supporter: Heiko Kanitz! Your Patreon support is very much appreciated! The “Shoestring Shipyard” Shop Apron Random Drawing Giveaway Winner is: Everisto Hipolito! Quite a few entries were received and I’m very...
