It’s always good to think about home safety and ways that you can keep those in your home safe and protected.  With just a few simple improvements you can reduce the risk of falls, poison, and fire in your home and ensure it’s safe for babies, toddlers and all ages. Here are some helpful tips from the Home Safety Council for moving toward a safer...

Despite the pouring rain, students at the University of Oregon got some DIY tips and took home free samples at a Springfield/Eugene Habitat for Humanity in the Erb Memorial Union Amphitheater last month. The event; co-sponsored by Cafe Zenon, Bi-Mart, and the ReStore; was designed to educate the university community about how to make standard household repairs they...

The variety of home and do-it-yourself magazines available can be a little overwhelming. We scanned the shelves at our local bookstore and make these recommendations if you’re thinking about adding a new magazine to your library. Backyard Living Backyard Living Magazine is for hands-on people who love working and relaxing in their “outdoor living...

There are many sophisticated products around to make things and stick them back together when they break, but probably the one product that everyone has is the lowly substance called glue! Knowing what kind of glue works best for your project is the key to success. Here are the basic types and what they can (and can’t) do. General purpose adhesive It dries clear...

If you’re active in a sport like tennis, basketball, running or skateboarding, you know that your shoes can take a beating. In fact, A 150-pound person walking just one mile exerts a force of 63.5 tons on a single foot, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association. Selecting the right shoe is paramount, especially in preventing foot-related...

Having the right DIY tools around the house can help you save money. Before you buy something, take a look around. Do you have something you can repair? or modify to suit new purposes? Ingenuity is frugality at its best. Do a 30-minute walk through your home and check for things that you can repair easily and save money in the long run. Some ideas; Walls &...