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DIY Propane Burner Basics for Blacksmithing
This article explains the basics of a venturi propane forge burner, as well as some design tips and suggestions. Understanding how a venturi burner for blacksmithing is designed and made will help you decide if it is right for you.
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Identifying the Canadian Nightcrawler Worm
Learn about the HUGE Canadian nightcrawler or "lobworm." Much larger than African and European nightcrawlers and positively dwarfing red and blue wigglers, they're good for bait but not so great for composting.
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How to Dress a Hammer for Blacksmithing
Almost all hammers you will purchase will have sharp edges or patterns on the face of the hammer. If you remove the edges and patterns, your work will come out flatter and cleaner, leaving a better-looking final product.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Blacksmithing
These are some of the most frequently asked questions I hear on blacksmithing.
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How to Choose Your First Hammer for Blacksmithing
Your first blacksmith hammer shouldn't be a difficult choice.
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How to Install a DIY PEX Pop-Up Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System
An underground sprinkler system is a great way to help lawns and gardens grow lush and green. Using buried PEX is a cheap and easy way to make watering easier.
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Choosing Your First Anvil for Blacksmithing
Helping take the mystery out of picking your first blacksmith anvil.
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How to Identify the Indian Blue Composting Worm
Do you know what the Indian Blue Composting Worm looks like? Indian blues are the smallest composting worms, and they can be kind of picky about conditions. But they'll love a properly set up blue worm bin.
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Identifying the European Nightcrawler Composting Worm
Do you know what the European Nightcrawler looks like? European Nightcrawlers are the red wigglers' bigger cousins. A single Euro will eat more than a single red, but reds tend to develop higher populations. Due to their size, Euros are somewhat easier to use as bait for fishing.
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How to Make a Forge From an Old Propane Tank for Blacksmithing
It is easy to make a forge from a propane, helium, or freon tank using these instructions and some fairly inexpensive and common tools.
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How to Make a Propane Forge From a Paint Can for Blacksmithing
DIYing a paint can forge is a great first forge to figure out if blacksmithing is for you. It is inexpensive to make and will work for small metal projects. You can use a propane torch to heat.
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Should I Forge a Knife From a Lawnmower Blade?
The short answer is no, you should not forge your first knife from a lawnmower blade. Instead of using a found lawnmower blade, use 5160, 1084, or 1070. I will go over the reasons in this article, along with other basic blacksmithing tips.
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Do-It-Yourself Fractional Weight Plates for Microloading
Fractional weights are great for doing small increases in weight, especially when attempting a PR or when using dumbbells. However, fractional weights are much more expensive per pound, and even more expensive to ship. DIY Fractional weights on the cheap will elevate your routine.
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Best Vermicomposting Worms for Florida
Due to its unique climate, Florida offers specific challenges and benefits that make vermicomposting worm selection important. This guide will help you find the best types of worms for Florida composts.
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Identifying the African Nightcrawler Composting Worm
Not sure what kind of composting worms you have? If you think it may be an African Nightcrawler, here are some descriptions and tips to help you find out and start vermicomposting.
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Which Vermicomposting Worm Is Best for You?
Picking the best vermicomposting worm will depend on your specific situation. The answer is not always the red wiggler worm!
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Identifying the Alabama Jumper Composting Worm
Not sure what kind of composting worms you have? If you think it may be an Alabama Jumper, here are descriptions and tips to help you find out and start vermicomposting.
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Identifying the Red Wiggler Composting Worm
Not sure what kind of composting worms you have? If you think it may be a red wiggler, there are descriptions and tips here to help you find out and start vermicomposting.
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Beverages That Use Flip-Top Bottles for Brewing Beer and Kombucha
Why purchase empty flip-top bottles when you can purchase a beverage that comes with one?
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Should You Use Black Soldier Fly Larvae or Red Wiggler Worms for Vermicomposting?
Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) and red wiggler worms are popular to use as compost scraps. But which is better? As with most things, it is not a simple answer, and each option has its pros and cons.
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Growing Hops in Florida for Homebrewed Beer
Is it possible to grow hops in Florida (zone 9b) for brewing beer? Yes! Here's how I managed it and some tips and tricks that I learned. It doesn't have to be difficult!
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Don't Sell Your Old Cell Phone; Make Passive Income With It
Selling or recycling your old cell phone gets you little or no money. Instead, make easy, nearly passive income every day with apps for your Android or Apple smartphone.
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How to Make a Coal Blacksmith Forge From an Old Propane Grill
A tutorial on building a coal blacksmith forge from an old propane grill. We will make a simple pipe tuyere forge from a discarded grill, a metal fence post, and a few inexpensive materials.
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How to Start Extreme Couponing for Beginners
Extreme couponing is a great way to be more frugal with your money, and helps connect with your husband or wife if you recruit them. It is also relaxing.
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Basic Blacksmithing: Coal, Charcoal, or Propane for Forge Fuel
An explanation of the fuels you can use for your forge, focusing on the pros and cons of, and which is right for you. Charcoal, coal, or propane, plus an often overlooked alternative, induction.
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Are Free-Range Chicken Eggs Better Than Store-Bought Chicken Eggs?
Are "fresh from the nest" chicken eggs better than store-bought eggs? Cage-free, organic, farm-fresh, free-range—all buzzwords to get you to purchase expensive eggs. Are they really any better?
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Combating, Controlling, and Repelling the Asian Tiger Mosquito
Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are spreading, and are more aggressive than normal mosquitoes. Their bites leave itchy red skin, and spread disease. Controlling and repelling them in your own backyard is key.