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What I did on my vacation (part 1)
04 September 07 11:04 AM | john | 0 Comments   
I just got back from my summer vacation. We spent a week in Puerto Rico (more on that in another blog) and a week at home. I always like to have a project that has nothing to do with computers, so I built a garden shed. I didn't use a plan or kit or anything, Read More...
How to remove latex paint spatter
31 May 07 01:01 PM | john | 0 Comments   
Got dried latex paint spatter all over the toilet when you were painting the bathroom? Don't worry. Even though it looks damn near unmoveable all you need is some water and a dishwashing sponge with a non-scratch pad for pots and pans. First, wipe some Read More...
Ski Rack in a Day
21 May 07 09:28 AM | john | 0 Comments   
I took some mental health time away from programming this weekend and built simple a ski rack. As usual I wanted something that was simple, built with minimal materials, robust and self contained. I started by grabbing a sheet of 4' x 8' x 5/8" birch Read More...