Teach a Man (or Girl!) to Fix

britt — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:00:58 +0000

I have realized that my most popular posts have all been project-related, whether it’s hacking some bedside tables or crafting a necklace. That must mean that you are all pretty interested in doing things yourself. Who isn’t, really? It’s so rewarding to successfully tackle projects you weren’t sure you could.
For years and years, my dad has talked about writing a book about being handy. Not a typical step-by-step instruction book, but about learning how to think like a handy person. Being mechanically inclined is not something you’re just born with, contrary to popular belief. It’s just a matter of learning the main principles, and building up your confidence.
I’m so excited to tell you that he has decided to start a blog to get his ideas out there – to demystify handiness. It’s called “Teach a Man to Fix” and I think you’re really going to like it. And I’m not just saying that because he’s my dad! I know that you won’t find this information elsewhere. He has planned out the blog meticulously to make sure that each post you’ll actually learn something valuable, something that will help you become more independent and resourceful.
I have a list of (fourteen!) projects I want to do around our new place, requiring varying degrees of know-how so I’m looking forward to the reminders, too! Here’s a good place to start.

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Teach a Man (or Girl!) to Fix