6 Things Every Man Should Do Each Morning
Look, we know you're a grownup. You know it's essential to eat breakfast, and to never be late to work. But that doesn't make hearing that damn alarm go off any easier. So, no matter what time you have...
View ArticleSeven Modern Classic Books to Put Hair on Your Chest
Alright, so you’ve built the bookshelf, now it’s time to fill it out with some masculine reading material. Rather than attempting a comprehensive list of books all men ought to read, this list is...
View ArticleVintage Favorites: The Classic Rucksack
I've always been a fan of vintage designs. Just a few decades ago, almost everything was made by hand and it showed. Designs were simple but durable, and had solid features without the flash. One of my...
View ArticleWeekend Project: Make a Rustic Floating Media Center from Walnut and Copper
Here's a cool, space-saving idea with plenty of style: a floating media shelf featuring beautifully grained hardwood contrasted with warm copper pipe. The designer, Matt, says, My friend...Ali...
View ArticleThe Art of Sports Architecture
From the Roman Colosseum to the new Levi's Stadium, sporting arenas with all of their sights, smells, and local flavors, are a major part of the sports experience. Ballpark Blueprints LTD creates these...
View ArticleMake Your Own Geometric Wood Flooring
I stumbled across this fantastic idea for refinishing the floor of a vintage trailer. I must say this is a rather fantastic idea for covering up some rather putrid flooring in a quick, light, and easy...
View ArticleHow to: Make a "Doctor's Bag" Leather Briefcase from Scratch
If you're ready to step up your leather working game from basic strap and construction work, consider going all out and making one of these: a full-on leather doctor's bag-style briefcase.Maker and...
View ArticleFall Inspiration: The Blazing Block is a Portable Campfire
With fall in the air, it's best to enjoy the season around a blazing fire. This awesome piece of wood is a portable bonfire that's easy to transport and provides a nice solid fire, perfect for chilly...
View ArticleEat This: 5 Authentic Cowboy Recipes to Make in a Cast Iron Skillet
There is nothing like a long day of hiking or horseback riding to get you in the mood for some good, hearty eating. And so the American West's roving cattlemen and cross-country venturers created a...
View ArticleHow to: Make a DIY Personalized Tie Clip
They say true style is all in the details, and this is super simple way to add a little custom flair to your accessories.Esther came up with this project as a holiday gift for her guy, and the results...
View ArticleBlow My Mindsday: November 5, 2014
Each Wednesday, I post some of my favorite can't-miss links, images, and otherwise mindblowing goodies from across the web. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first Matternhorn climb, the Mammut...
View ArticleHow to: Faux Aged Metal Bookends
No matter how great a raw project turns out, we can all agree that adding finish is the when it finally pops. This tutorial is a fast and easy way to finish up letters (or any other decorative project)...
View ArticleManMade Recommended: The Kreg Multi-Mark - A Super Useful Tool for Under $15
I recently picked up this neat little tool after some raving reviews from fellow DIYers. It's quickly become a tool that I cannot live without and after you see what all it does, it'll become an...
View ArticleThe Gentleman's Organization, Part II: DIY Shoe Shine Box and Phone Charging...
Part one of the Gentleman's Organization series put together storage solutions for Watches and Sunglasses with some interesting projects. This time, we'll be looking at taming cell charging cords and...
View ArticleHow To: Make Your Car Feel Like The Future
Many of us would love to live in the future. And with the exception of the fact that we're still waiting for Jarvis to arrive and put Siri to shame, there's so much incredible technology out there that...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Guide to Making Saucy Asian Noodles
For some people, fall comfort food is a warm pot of chili. Others love an ooey gooey mac and cheese, and many dig on a Sunday dinner-style roast chicken with all the fixings. And, me too. But my ideal...
View ArticleHow to: Simplify Your Wallet
If you've ever been mugged (or accidentally lost your wallet in a river like I've actually done, TWICE), you know the insane pain it can be to replace everything. While there's a good case to be made...
View ArticleWeekend Project: Make a DIY Growler Tote from an Upcycled Pair of Jeans
The growler is a great way to transport beer to a buddy's house to to a party, and allow you to share and enjoy a greater variety of brews than what you can find in six pack. But, what about...
View ArticleMake a Facebook "Like" Light for Your Office
When you own a new, small business, checking your Facebook page for Likes has a drug-like draw to it. Checking your phone every 10 minutes for an update is a quick way to kill your battery, and perhaps...
View ArticleDIY Inspiration: Living Large In a Tiny House
I've been dreaming about a home in the woods for years. There's something incredible about unplugging and getting back to a more simple life. My dreams really got pushed into overdrive when I stumbled...
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