The 100 Greatest American Films
I think lists like these are always worth a look. Not because they offer a whole bunch of new ideas, of course. You already know what number one is, you can easily name the filmmakers whose work occurs...
View ArticleHow to: Make a Live Edge Walnut Bench
I love a full-on, hardcore woodworking project: milling the wood from rough lumber to glass-smooth surfaces, careful design and proportions, and sturdy, hand-cut joinery to keep everything in place for...
View ArticleHome Bar 101: The 7 Essential Spirits Everyone Needs
Stocking a solid home bar takes a bit of planning, or lots of experimenting. I built my bar a few bottles at a time, but looking back it would have been nice to have a solid list. Here are my...
View ArticleYour New Favorite Sunglasses: An Under $10 Pair that Fits Every Man, Every...
There's definitely a case to be made for the investment pair of sunglasses. That classic, quality pair that works with everything from a tuxedo to swim trunks and sandals. That pair that you're a...
View ArticleLearn To Drive a Stick-Shift on a Classic Car -- For Free
Yesterday I had the wonderful experience of driving a manual Fiat up and down a single-lane highway through the mountains of California with a special lady I was trying to impress. Luckily I only...
View ArticleMake This: Concrete Top Coffee Table
We're seeing more concrete tops in today's designs, and we're loving it. Concrete is durable, highly customizable, and looks great. Here's a great project to learn how to make this material work for...
View Article9 Rules for Creating the Perfect Weekend Getaway with Your Friends
Getting out of town for the weekend makes a difference. It's not just a change of scenery from the rest of week, but there's also that subtle thrill of simply being away. Of going outside. Of spending...
View ArticleTurn Sweeping the Workshop from a Chore to a Joy with a DIY Air Broom
I don't really need to stress the importance of keeping a clean shop to you guys. Anyone who's ever invested the time and energy into creating his own workshop (of any kind) knows the satisfaction one...
View ArticleThe Fascinating (and Delicious) History of Pho
If you ask me, the world of Vietnamese soups and broths is a world well worth spending time in. And none is better known, or more essential, to Vietnamese culture than pho, a seductive blend of...
View ArticleHow to: Make a Reusable Leather "Paper" Bag
Leather opens up all kinds of creativity, but it can be an intimidating material to for beginners. It requires a different sort of tool kit than regular sewing projects, and many guys don't even know...
View ArticleMake This: 1 Board DIY Beer Flight Holder
Perfect for a summer outside, this simple beer flight holder let's everyone try out those new craft brews in style. This simple but stable holder is made from a single board and will likely be a...
View Article5 Essential Shoes Every Man Needs This Summer
Newsflash, ManMakers: It's hot out. Like, super hot... the kind of hot where you can't quite pretend you're not roasting and just wear your standard uniform from the rest of the year. It's easy to...
View ArticleHow to: Make a DIY Canvas and Leather Archer's Quiver
Matt Pierce came up with this tough and rugged design for a DIY archery quiver. Created from long lasting materials like leather, canvas, and cooper, this guy is all kinds of durable and all kinds of...
View ArticleThe 10 Most Beautiful Airbnb Rentals in Europe
As trips to Europe are slowly becoming more affordable the dream of exploring European cuisine, history, and sights is becoming more of a reality for many people. While choosing a dream destination can...
View ArticleDon't Waste the Summer: 25 Things to Make the Ultimate Warm Weather Bucket List
Here we are, staring at three months of sun, long evenings, and plenty of ways to spend your time. Don’t let this time slip away without a plan; make yourself a summer bucket list and you’ll swing into...
View ArticleHow to: Make a DIY Rustic State Map Wall Art from a Broken Pallet
One of the great things about living in Northern California is the wide open spaces. There are so many great places to hike, climb, swim, and just enjoy in the expansive outdoors up here. Only a true...
View ArticleFive DIY Air Conditioners to Try This Summer
Schools are getting out and the summer is heating up across America. Rather than shell out big bucks for a high electricity bill or an AC window unit, why not try rigging up some of your own ways to...
View ArticleRoundup: 5 Masculine-Friendly Feature Walls to Get You Inspired
Got a bunch of plain walls? Then you, my friend, need a feature wall. Oh...what's a feature wall? They're that one wall with all the stuff you want to look at: cool fireplaces, awesome artwork, a...
View ArticleHow to: Cure a Hangover [According to Science]
The quest for the sought-after hangover cure certainly began the morning after humanity discovered the fun of fermented liquids. And after thousands of years, different regions of the world have...
View ArticleCreate Your Own "Lightweight" DIY Sliding Barn Door from Scratch
Coming across someone who simply loves their closet doors is a rare find, indeed. Whether a rental or your own home, most closets are covered in plastic-y faux wood, cheesy 80s mirrors, crazy slats, or...
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