7 Things I Wish I Would Have Known Before Buying a Glowforge
Update: 3 Years with My Glowforge It’s hard to believe, but it’s been nearly three years since I first penned my initial thoughts below on my experiences with the Glowforge. As I sit here reflecting on that journey, I think it’s timely to share a few...
Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Review
I had been looking at air fryers for a while and finally pulled the trigger when the makers of Instant Pot released their Instant Vortex Plus 7-in-1 Air Fryer Oven, 10-quart in mid-2019. Two things I immediately noticed when I opened the box is that 1) the unit has a...
DIY Christmas Tree Overview
For Christmas this year, we finally decided to retire our old artificial tree. After nursing it along a number of years ago by fixing the lights, and then restringing it a couple of years ago, we decided it was time. The final straw was it started dropping plastic...
Blackstone 36-inch Outdoor Flat Top Griddle Review
I have now been putting the Blackstone 36-inch outdoor flat top griddle through its paces for over a year and think it’s time to offer a detailed review. Blackstone Customer Service Problems Before we talk about the griddle itself, I think it’s important...
Don’t Shake a Manhattan (Unless You Like to Think for Yourself)
The goal here at DIYExploits.com is to make projects approachable and fun. With an emphasis on the latter, let’s talk about a simple build, how to make a Manhattan cocktail. Yes, we are talking whiskey today! Specifically, bourbon is my choice, but more on that...
DIY Canned Good Storage Rack
This easy-to-build canned good storage rack holds more than 144 cans and could be built for around $30 in a single weekend. New cans are loaded from the top and roll back, where they drop to the lower level and then roll forward. Older cans are taken from the bottom...
Ryobi Lithium-ion Pole Saw
I admit it, I can be a bit of a tool snob. Or at least, I should say that once I have a bad experience with a brand, I tend to avoid it for a long time. I haven’t had much experience with Ryobi in years since I helped a friend frame out his basement and we had...
Tool Review: Keter Portable Work Station
The Keter Portable Work Station is a mobile work station with an integrated clamping area. The table is rated for 1000 lbs and can be set up in seconds thanks to an interesting quick-opening system. Pushing buttons on both sides buttons allows the legs to swing down,...