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Is a rusty, pitted anvil actually trash?
Hi, I am doing some research into forging and metalwork and came across of picture of an apparently antique anvil. But it looks really rusted and pitted.
And I was wondering if it actually has much...
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Forging
anvil
rust
metalwork

Mystery tool identification anyone?
I have a tool here. But for the heck of me I cant figure out what it is used for, it is a complete mystery tool.
It has a long handle, like you are supposed to have a good grip on it. A reasonable ...
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Tool
mystery
tool

How to make a wavy cut in soap?
Hello, I am struggling a bit.
Can anyone tell me how to make the wavy cut on the edge of the soap, as pictured below. I really like the idea of getting into soap making.
It sounds like a really fu...
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Soap Making
soap
mold
cutting

Very long pallet, what can I do with it?
Hi, I have been offered a crazy long pallet. I want to make something out of it, but can't come up with any ideas.
I don't know what it was used for, carpet I think. But would be such a shame to ju...
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Woodwork
pallet
wood

What are these weird screws used for?
Hi, my uncle gave me these screws with a load of other stuff years ago. But for the life of me, I could never really find out what they are used for?
Why does the shank have these weird ribs on it?...
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Woodwork
screws

How to install concrete pillars?
Hi, see the image attached.
A friend is offering me these concrete pillars he found in his yard. I quite like them as a fun feature, but I am struggling to think how I can install them without addi...
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Concrete
Concrete
Pillar
Garden Ornament

Pine table with cross cut end on log inlay with resin
Hi, just wanted to show off my first completed project. I wanted to build a big table that would withstand being outside for a while. A good talking pieces and something practical for bar-be-ques and ...
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Woodwork
Outdoor
Pine
Table
