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How to Make a DIY Half Lap Joint using Miter Saw

How to Make a Half-Lap Joint with a Miter Saw

July 15, 2020 In Her Garage Leave a Comment

Want to add another joint to your woodworking skillset? Today I'll show you how to create a simple DIY half-lap joint with your miter saw. Half-Lap Joint with your Miter Saw Hi! It’s Kristen from In Her Garage and I am going to teach you an easy way to create a half-lap … [Read more...]

Build It, cabinet, DIY, DIY tools, DIYCourage, DIYLikeaBoss, Do It Yourself, Tool Tutorials, Uncategorized

DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table Saw

April 15, 2020 In Her Garage 1 Comment

So, you love making DIY projects but want to expand your talents further than squares and rectangles. I’m going to show you how to make DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table Saw. Yes!! Your table saw. DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table Saw Hello!! It’s Kristen, from In Her … [Read more...]

arts and craft, DIY, DIYLikeaBoss, Do It Yourself, Furniture, Home Decor, night stand, power tools, Tool Tutorials

3 sanders

How to Use a Sander

May 20, 2019 Brittany Bailey 1 Comment

Welcome to another tool tutorial. Today I'm going to save you time and effort by teaching you how to use a sander. How to Use a Sander If you don't have a power sander, you'll likely recognize this contraption below. That's a manual sanding block. It's great, but personally … [Read more...]

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How to Make a Long Clamp with Short Clamps | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Make a Long Clamp with Shorter Clamps

February 9, 2018 Brittany Bailey 16 Comments

How to Make a Long Clamp with Shorter Clamps When you are trying to outfit your workshop with equipment it can be tempting to skip purchasing more expensive long clamps. After all, how often do you really need to clamp something longer than 12 - 18"? Luckily, I'm here to justify … [Read more...]

Build It, Tool Tutorial Friday Video, Tool Tutorials, Toolbox

Top 10 Power Tools Every DIYer Needs

Top 10 Power Tools Every DIYer Needs

November 17, 2017 Brittany Bailey 4 Comments

Top 10 Power Tools Every DIYer Needs Time and time again I've been asked what my desert island tool would be. But honestly I have a hard time narrowing my answer down to just one tool. Instead I decided to make a list of the Top 10 Power Tools that Every DIYer Needs in their … [Read more...]

Tool Tutorials, Toolbox

DIY Table Saw Stand and Collapsible Off Feed Table

Table Saw Stand and Collapsible Out Feed Work Table

November 13, 2017 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

DIY Table Saw Stand and Collapsible Out Feed Work Table Today I want to share with you my new workshop configuration that has a DIY Table Saw Stand and a collapsible out feed (or work) table. I've struggled for years to find a workbench that meets my need to spread out while … [Read more...]

Build It, Tool Tutorials, Toolbox

Installing Cabinet Handles the Easy Way | Pretty Handy Girl

Install Cabinet Handles the Easy Way

May 15, 2017 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

After installing my fair share of cabinet knobs and handles over the years, I've made my own templates out of cardboard or scrap wood. But, after trying this new gadget, I can honestly say this is how you too can Install Cabinet Handles the Easy Way. I was given the Kreg … [Read more...]

cabinet, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, Tool Tutorials

Table Saw Safety Guidelines | Pretty Handy Girl

Table Saw Safety Guidelines by The Sawdust Maker

October 16, 2015 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

Friends, it’s Nick from over at The Sawdust Maker! A site devoted to helping others take their woodworking skills to the next level. While I am in the middle a joint series on my website, I wanted to take a minute to talk to you about table saw safety. The table saw is the … [Read more...]

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WORX 56v Hedge Trimmer Review | Pretty Handy Girl

WORX Hedge Trimmer review

April 20, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

We have a very wooded and heavily landscaped lot with lots of mature bushes. Some of the bushes were starting to achieve monster proportions. Do you see the resemblance? Today we are going to be talking about this awesome hedge trimmer. Check out this WORX Hedge Trimmer … [Read more...]

Landscaping, power tools, Product Review, Tool Tutorials

DIY Chalkboard Memo Board (4th grade project) | Pretty Handy Girl

Chalkboard Memo Board – The Time I Made a 4th Grade Teacher Use a Power Tool

August 8, 2014 Brittany Bailey 22 Comments

Before the end of the school year a REALLY GOOD friend of mine asked if I would give a talk in her daughter's class about what I do for a living. I hemmed and hawed because I rarely have the free time. But, the main reason I was hesitant was because I didn't know how to talk to … [Read more...]

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DIY Marble Toss Game | Pretty Handy Girl

Building a DIY Marble Toss Game with Dremel Fortiflex

August 4, 2014 Brittany Bailey 8 Comments

The summer is dragging on and the kids don't have any summer camps for the next few weeks. That means: 1) I need to find a way to keep the kids entertained. 2) I need to keep them from pushing me over the brink of insanity. 3) I need to keep them from pushing each other off a … [Read more...]

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How to Install Trim and BiFold Closet Doors

How to Trim & Install Closet Doors {Dremel Ultra-Saw Review}

June 23, 2014 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

I have a friend named Holly. She and I live in the same neighborhood and we help each other out with DIY projects. Last week she asked me to help her come up with a solution to hide her dirty laundry. Holly and I were trying to figure out how to replace her sad laundry … [Read more...]

Door, Door Hardware, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, laundry room, repair, Tool Tutorials, Toolbox, Tutorial

Ryobi Battery Powered vs. Campbell Hausfeld Pneumatic Finish Nailer Comparison

January 27, 2014 Brittany Bailey 10 Comments

A finish nailer is a great tool to have in your workshop.  It's great for small projects, installing moulding, wall planking and more. After using both types of finish nailers for many projects, I wanted to break down the pros and cons of each. I was able to score this … [Read more...]

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Xtend + Climb Telescoping Ladder Review | Pretty Handy Girl

Xtend + Climb Telescoping Ladder Review

January 24, 2014 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

A few months ago I got an email asking me if I wanted to test an Xtend + Climb telescoping ladder. I said I'd be happy to try it, but I couldn't promise I'd blog about it. I try lots of products, but only the ones I love get mentioned on the blog. The litmus test is if I would … [Read more...]

accessories, DIY tools, Ladder, Product Review, Tool Tutorials, Toolbox

How to Solder Metals Together – Tool Tutorial Friday

September 28, 2012 Brittany Bailey 13 Comments

  Wheee, it's another episode of Tool Tutorial Friday! Do y'all miss TTF? I do too, but this handy gal only has so many tools in her toolbox. I added a new one a few weeks ago, a soldering iron. Let's learn How to Solder Metals Together! When I was in college, I … [Read more...]

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How to Salvage Wood from Shipping Pallets

September 21, 2012 Brittany Bailey 327 Comments

Pallet upcycling is all the rage today. But, if you've ever tried to actually remove wood planks from a pallet, you know that it is not an easy task. The nails that are used are typically spiral nails and are designed to really grip that wood. And if that's not enough, they … [Read more...]

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