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Projects

Inspiration and detailed plans for home improvement, woodworking, and other creative projects.

Father and son collaborating in a workshop, surrounded by professional-grade tools, emphasizing shared passion and quality craftsmanship.
Projects

Unique Tool Gifts for Dads Who Have Everything This Year

The Makita 18V Cordless Angled Finish Nailer, with its slim nose design, allows precise work in tight corners.

Scott Ramirez· Jun 15· 2 min read
Split image showing a lively World Cup stadium contrasted with a serious Department of Homeland Security building and financial ledger.

Turner's World Cup stadiums vs. AECOM's DHS contract

Scott Ramirez · Jun 13
Northeast Iowa Community College carpentry and electrician students proudly stand in front of a newly completed 2,000-square-foot single-family home in Calmar.

NICC carpentry and electrician students finish Calmar project home

Scott Ramirez · May 13
A high-precision 10-inch sliding compound miter saw making an accurate cut on hardwood in a well-lit workshop.

Find Your Ideal 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw

Scott Ramirez · Apr 13
A powerful circular saw cutting through wood with precision, showcasing woodworking craftsmanship and tool performance.

Find the best circular saws for woodworking precision and power

Rick Donovan · Apr 12
College students in hard hats and safety vests working together on the construction site of a new, modern affordable home in Lancaster, demonstrating teamwork and practical skills.

Lancaster Students Build Affordable Homes to Address Housing Shortage

Students at Thaddeus Stevens College are constructing affordable homes in Lancaster, tackling the local housing shortage and gaining valuable hands-on experience in skilled trades. This project offers a practical solution to a significant community need.

Scott Ramirez· Apr 9· 3 min
Diverse volunteers working in a Detroit community garden, utilizing tools from the new Ford and Carhartt sponsored ToolBank.

Ford and Carhartt Launch Detroit ToolBank to Aid Community Projects

For just 2 cents, a Detroit community group can now rent a paint can key.

Scott Ramirez· May 3· 2 min