This is the second part in a multi-part series on buying tools for your kids. Part 2 focuses around buying your kids tools beyond the introductory tools. All the tools described in this section are appropriate for kids aged 6 years and older and are to be used with adult Read more…
This is the first part in a multi-part series on buying tools for your kids. Part 1 focuses around buying your kids their first tools. All the tools described in this section are appropriate for kids aged 3 years and older and are to be used with adult supervision. As Read more…
Lowe’s has brought back the Build N Grow DIY Kids Workshops. First one locally was a Valentine’s Day card holder held on February 8th. It will be the 2nd Saturday each month, to not conflict with Home Depot’s 1st Saturday kids workshop. Check your local Lowe’s to see if they Read more…
A group of us dads enjoy the Home Depot Kids Workshops (which are awesome BTW). I also know some of the dads in this group have even gone as far as getting their kids their own tools. Here are some tips and pointers for those of you who are looking Read more…
The Howard County Library System has always been decent, but the last few years of renovations have taken things to a new level. What do you love about our library system? Comment below.
“Honey, when you swing by the library be sure to pick up the aerator and cultivator” photo credit: HCLibrary.org
Did you know you could check out handyman tools at your local library? Or a sewing machine. How about a cake decorating turntable? Yep! Elkridge’s new and DIY Center has tools for household repair, gardening, cooking/baking items, and bike maintenance.
It doesn’t stop with checking out a miter saw as easy as a book. The Elkridge Branch has launched adult classes hosted in their new DIY Ed Studio. This is a mess-friendly classroom and workspace.
You do need a separate library card, but my wife has already tried it out. She was able to get a new card, get some baking pans and get out of there in 10 minutes. There are some more good ones on this list, but the DIY center takes the cake!