Insert a pencil tip through the hole in a flat washer keeping the tip on the part of the hole closest to whatever you’re looking to scribe. Then simply run the pencil along the piece you want to mark. The washer will follow the contours as long as the angles are not too tight.
Handy Post Hole Depth Guide
Are you digging multiple holes, trenches or footers a specific depth? Here’s a tip to create a quick post hole depth guide. Layout a simple tape measure on the handle of your digging tool. Turn the handle upside down to get a fairly accurate gauge of how deep your hole really is without the need to constantly keep pulling your tape measure in and out of the dirt.
Nest Smaller Luggage Inside Larger Luggage to Save Space
This may be obvious, but by storing smaller luggage inside larger luggage, you can maximize your storage space.
Make a Cool LED Lamp from Recycled CDs
Here’s a great way to finally put your “ancient”, unwanted CD’s into action. A stack of old CD’s and a few basic items (all costing less than $20) can turn into a stylish and unique lamp. The video covers both a table-top and hanging version. Keep in mind the hanging version will need a solid ceiling anchor as a tall stack of CD’s tends to be pretty heavy.
Yogurt Container Seedling Pots
Sure, you could just go buy seedling pots at your local nursery, but what fun is that?! Instead, why not gorge yourself on yogurt and then use those yogurt containers to nurture your seeds? All it takes is a few holes poked in the bottom for drainage (if desired). It’s a garden hack that not only benefits your garden, but it also helps YOU from becoming calcium deficient!
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