Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, winter is nearly upon us, ladies, and that means that freezing temperatures and biting winds will soon be bearing down on construction sites all across the good old U.S. of A. If you work outdoors in the cold, having the proper women’s work wear is essential, and there’s [...]

If you’ve been following the posts on this blog, you know that we’re all about safety, and Girls’ Night Out is no exception to the rule. No matter where women go on such occasions, it’s essential that they be ready to meet any and all challenges head-on. When you’re out on the dance floor getting [...]

O.K., ladies, yesterday we talked about the need for women everywhere to have a good set of tools on hand in case a home-repair emergency should pop up. We also talked about how it’s preferable that the tools be pink. Today, however, I’d like to change the subject a bit by taking a look at the importance of roadside safety for women. After all, when is a damsel more in distress than when she’s stranded along the side of the road? Gives me the shivers just thinking about it.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, single mother, university student or self-proclaimed handywoman, a good set of tools is a must-have. When things need fixin’ ‘round the house, you don’t want to call a man, do you? Of course you don’t. That’s why it’s a great idea to keep your own set of tools under the [...]

by Ashley Horne
Let’s construct a cornice! What’s a cornice, you ask? Definition: A decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing. Still confused? We’ve all seen these, they’re cute, upholstered boxes that stick out just a bit at the top of a window. Their purpose [...]

by Ashley Horne
With Christmas right around the corner, there’s no better time to create a scrapbooking treasure that will last a lifetime. Perfect for holding memories from camping, hiking, biking, parties, vacation, or any other fun event is the wooden covered scrap book. For this project you will need the following materials:

Two wooden boards [...]

by Ashley Horne
I hope by now we’re learning that home projects aren’t as scary as they may first seem. Once you get comfortable with the tools and possess a can-do attitude you’ll go a long way.  Another home project that can jazz up any or all of the rooms in your home is molding installation.  [...]

by Ashley Horne
As a mother, I am always looking for fun and easy projects to do with my kids. One idea that I came across which I thought would be great as a party favor or as a homemade gift for a friend or loved one is a wooden bracelet holder. This project [...]

by Ashley Horne
An easy, afternoon project that can be completed with few tools and at a low cost is a wind chime. This activity may be fun to do with a group of kids (like a Girl Scout troop or as a party favor) or with your own children after a day at the beach.

For [...]

by Ashley Horne
Rape – it’s a scary thought. We’ve all found ourselves walking alone in a dark parking garage or down a street late at night. I don’t know about you, but I always find myself thinking “I’m so stupid – anything could happen to me here and no one would know it.” [...]