Appliances

Like a lot of car repair and maintenance, you’ll find that re-doing your car’s upholstery is a lot cheaper than taking it to a professional and forking over hundreds of dollars. The task may seem daunting, sure – but isn’t all car maintenance work? Some thorough research and a little practice could have you breathing […]

For anything from adorable totes and clutches to rugged weather-resistant boat sails, canvas is a tough, durable and versatile material. When it comes to DIY, the plethora of possibility for home décor, accessories and crafts are virtually endless. Because the material is so tough, though, with its considerable weight and closely woven structure, you need

Classy, tough and durable, leather effortlessly exudes an air of style and comfort wrapped in one – but working with leather is not as effortless. A thick, heavy material, sewing leather by hand is an arduous and time-consuming project, and standard, lower-end sewing machines can’t stand up to the challenge of handling the material. Add

The more weight you’re carrying, the more pressure on your joints – and subsequently, the more pressure you’d be putting on them when exercising. Unless, that is, you pick a low-impact form of exercise, that keeps the pressure off your knees, ankles and hips while helping you burn through any excess fat and tone muscle.

When it comes to figuring out where to keep your elliptical machine – or any other heavy-duty exercise machine for that matter – it’s not just a matter of how much space it’ll take. Rugged legs and heavy equipment can ding up, scratch or dent your hardwood floors or ruin your carpets, since they tend