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Lindsey Ellefson
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The Most Fun Snowball Fight Tech Money Can Buy
Next time the neighborhood kids launch a snowball assault, you’ll be ready.
Seven Clever Ways to Use C-Clamps Around the House
If you have one of these classic metal clamps, you should know they’re way more useful than you think.
The Seven Best Combo Tools for Your DIY Projects
These tools combine several functions in one.
A Cordless Blower Is the Overlooked Tool You Definitely Need
It might look like an overhyped fan, but you can accomplish a lot with one of these.
Seven Smart Appliance 'Upgrades' That Aren't so Smart
These fancy features will supposedly make your life easier—but may actually do the opposite.
The Difference Between a Drill, an Impact Driver, and a Hammer Drill
And which one to get.
10 Hacks Every Car Owner Should Know
Make affording, maintaining, and driving your car a better experience.
10 of the Most Useful Apps for DIYers
Apps to help you choose paint colors, reimagine your layout, or get a quick hit of inspiration.
All the Best Ways to Upgrade and Organize Your Garage
If the only thing in your garage is a car, you’re wasting a great opportunity.
Four Ways to Fix a Slippery Wood Floor
Wood floors can suddenly and inexplicably become super slippery. There are several ways of dealing with it, from temporary sprays to more permanent anti-slip coatings.
How to Give an Actually Thoughtful Gift (Without Consulting ChatGPT)
Get that slop away from me.
10 Hacks for Moving Day That Everyone Should Know
These essential hacks will remove a little of that moving-day stress and make things go more smoothly.
The Best Gifts for DIYers (That Aren't Tools)
Getting stuff done around the house requires a lot more than just tools.
10 Ways to Use Your Hand Tools and Power Tools Together to Do More
For your next DIY project, get creative.
10 Hacks Every Homeowner Should Know
These hacks will help make homeownership a little easier and more affordable.
Get a Government Permit to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree at a National Forest
Pick up a permit, then pick up an axe.
15 Secret Santa Gifts People Will Actually Like
When in doubt, get quirky with it.
Your Ultimate Guide to Stringing Up (and Storing) Outdoor Holiday Lights
Be the envy of the cul-de-sac with these Christmas light decorating tips.
The Best Last-Minute Gifts that Don't Feel Last Minute
If you waited too long to pick out a present, you can still salvage Christmas.
12 Things to Do on Christmas If You Don’t Celebrate
There's a world of non-holiday fun to be had on Christmas Day—if you know were to look.