Author Archives: Eric

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Inexpensive Garage Cabinets

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Eric

Anyone who has spent any time at all on The Garage Journal has probably come across Jack O’s garage – the 12 Gauge Garage. I’m sure each of us checks craigslist or e-bay several times a month searching for a … Continue reading →

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Going to get Pearl

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Eric

A couple of weeks ago, my buddy and I drove his catering van across the Texas desert, along I-10 into Tucson (where we stayed with my folks) up through the Grapevine near LA, and finally up 101 into Salinas. The … Continue reading →

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A little history about me

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Eric

I should probably mention one more little item. I have a thing for early ‘70s european cars – while I can’t quite afford the machines I want right now, I do have Continue reading →

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Weekend to-do

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Eric

The past few weeks have been tough. The cold weather has kept us inside, and limited our number of projects. Mostly we just want to sit on the couch, with a fire, and drink wine and watch crap TV. Even … Continue reading →

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Wood & Faulk – a masculine shelter blog

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Eric

The first post I read on Matt’s blog was how to make homemade ginger ale. Then I found a nifty post about a handmade camera bag from his friend in Santa Cruz, and another about putting new handlebars on his … Continue reading →

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Leaf Cable Ties

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Eric

Do you want a green house, do you have lots of electric wires to hide? Have you seen the LufDesign Cable Ties? Continue reading →

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Incredible Shelter Blogs

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Eric

Are you looking for a list of shelter blogs to follow? I’m building a great list for you! Continue reading →

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Today I’m helping a friend put in a new floor in a kitchen

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Eric

You know the guy who had a pickup truck that always helped you move? Well I’m the guy with all the tools. Today I’m helping some friends put in a new press and stick tile floor in a kitchen. Continue reading →

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modern tub faucets

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Eric

Today we decided to re-do the guest bath. But before I show you any pics of the “before” Let’s talk about some of the goals. We will talk budget, style, and of course how to, all with a modern design twist. Continue reading →

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Texas inspection items

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Eric

Now that I have an antique car, I need to get it to pass inspection so I can drive it around a little. Here’s a checklist of things you should make sure are working before you head out on the road. Continue reading →

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