How to: Make a Skateboard Swing

Skateboard decks are designed to support one's bodyweight yet be flexible to absorb changes. Meaning, they're kinda ideal for making other stuff to play on...like this swing … read more

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Creative Space on a Budget: A Music Studio Gets an IKEA Makeover

Harry Love is a professional musician, DJ, and collector. Which means...he had a lot of records. Like a lot of records. Records in his studio, records in the hallway, records in the bathroom, records he had to move aside to make … read more

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Fourth 'Transformers' Opens to $300 Million Worldwide

Based on this weekend's returns, the Transformers aren't going to face extinction any time soon.At the domestic box office, the fourth installment in the immensely successful franchise opened to an estimated $100 million. That's the biggest opening of the year so far ahead of Captain America: The Winter Soldier ($95 million).More importantly, it took in over $201 million from 37 international markets. That includes a stunning $90 million in China, which is the biggest "foreign" op...



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'Transformers' On Track for Over $100 Million This Weekend

Transformers: Age of Extinction opened to an estimated $41.6 million yesterday. That's the biggest opening day of the year so far, and sets the movie up to earn at least $100 million this weekend.The fourth installment in the Transformers franchise opened ahead of last month's Godzilla, which previously held the 2014 opening day record with $38.4 million. Among Transformers movies, it lagged significantly behind Revenge of the Fallen ($62 million) and was a bit lower than Dark of the Moon (...



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Weekend Getaway 101: A Man's Guide to the Perfect Summer Trip

Happy summer, ManMakers. Those three months where the days are long, and the weekends are time to just grab a bag and go. So, this is our handy guide to traveling: tips to plan, pack, and explore so you can get the most out of your … read more

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How to: Make a Simple, Go-To Minimalist Tote Bag

You know those days when you have stuff, and you need to move it? Like, the errand-running days: exchange movies at the library, go to the post office, stop by the hardware store, go snatch a six-pack to take to your buddy's house tomorrow...those kinda … read more

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This Song Has Been Playing Non-Stop in the ManMade Offices All Week...

Every year, on my birthday, my wife takes me to the record store and we pick out a new album as my official birthday present. It's something we did by coincidence the first two years we were together, and it's become our little tradition to make the day special and add to our LP library...the only physical media we keep in the house anymore, save for books. … read more

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Forecast: Fourth 'Transformers' to Fight Off Franchise's 'Extinction' This Weekend

Rolling out at 4,233 locations this weekend, Transformers: Age of Extinction could be the first 2014 release to open over $100 million. It's unclear, though, if the addition of Dinobots and Mark Wahlberg is enough to combat the sense of "been there, done that" that's settled in around the fourth installment in this hugely profitable franchise.The first three Transformers movies opened ahead of July 4th in 2007, 2009 and 2011. All three earned over $300 million at the domestic box ...



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Coffee Science: How to Make the Best Pourover Coffee at Home

It's always a special day when a guy moves on from Folgers Crystals and a drip pot and steps up the homemade coffee game. And the truest of brew fans know that the way to get the … read more

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The Process: Building a Vintage-Inspired Teardrop Camping Trailer from Scratch

For Werner, it all began with a trip to the lake. He recalls, "We were lured by a friend who had a sailboat with the promise of a nice lake with sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and a nice camping site. Everything was true but the wind, the frogs, the huge biting flies, and a massive category-five thunderstorm that soaked us inside the tent. My wife said that she had had it with the tent and unless I found something else to camp in, she was out."

So, Werner hit the internet to see if he could devise a solution to protect from the creatures and the natural elements while still enjoying the experience of outdoor … read more

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How to Be a Gentleman in the 21st Century

Chivalry isn't dead in 2014. It's just, you know, different. In the era of smart phones at dinner and social networking breakups and Google glass and streaming media and cigarettes that aren't really cigarettes but still kinda are, the be-a-good-guy rules still apply, they just need to be updated a bit. … read more

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How to: Make Affordable and Easy Home State Art for Your Wall

Hardcore fan of your state? Or perhaps it just has a pleasing, graphic shape? Or perhaps you're simply looking for new awesome art to hang on your wall? Either way, check out this … read more

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Blow My Mindsday: June 25, 2014

Each Wednesday, I post some of my favorite can't-miss links, images, and otherwise mindblowing goodies from across the web.

Photography team Floto+Warner created a new series "Clourant," which captures colorful liquid splashes at a speed of 1/3,500th of a … read more

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Thanks to Slow Summer, 2014 Box Office Now Trails 2013

Through the end of April, 2014 domestic box office was up nine percent over 2013. Thanks to a slow Summer season, though, that lead has already completely evaporated.Through June 23rd, the 2014 domestic box office totals $4.96 billion, which lags a bit behind 2013's $4.99 billion. Over the remainder of the Summer, that gap is likely to widen, which will in turn decrease the odds that the full year tops 2013's record $10.9 billion haul.The year-to-year discrepancy can be explained entirely b...



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How To: Make a Wooden Log Fireplace Screen

Winter is gone, friends. Time to put that fireplace to sleep for a while, without losing the vibe! And this clever wood facade is just the … read more

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Journeys

Over the past few weeks, I've really been enjoying "Journeys," a photo essay series from Experiment with Nature, the blog of Shwood Eyeware. … read more

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How To: Make a Rustic Hairpin Side Table

I love the interesting texture and rustic approach to this natural side table. In fact, I could put one in every room, except for the price of buying four or five could get pretty … read more

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How Not to Die: 20 Survival Tips You Must Know...Sort Of

Popular Mechanics takes on accidental death, and how to avoid it. Interestingly, the majority of the tips don't presume mountain isolation or post-apocalyptic bug outs, but a variety of outdoor activities, from mowing the lawn to attending a baseball game to drinking too much … read more

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'Man' Defeats 'Boys,' Falls Short of Predecessor this Weekend

Think Like a Man Too narrowly defeated fellow Sony comedy 22 Jump Street to take first place at the box office this weekend. Meanwhile, Clint Eastwood's Jersey Boys got off to a quiet start.Overall, it was a slow weekend at the box office, with the Top 12 earning an estimated $142.6 million. That's down a whopping 39 percent from the same weekend last year, when Monsters University, World War Z and Man of Steel combined for $190 million.Playing at 2,225 locations, Think Like a Man Too opene...



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'Think Like a Man Too' Tops Box Office with $12.2 Million

Comedy sequel Think Like a Man Too had a solid first place opening on Friday, while Clint Eastwood's Jersey Boys failed to make much noise.Playing at 2,225 locations, Think Like a Man Too took the top spot with an estimated $12.2 million. That's almost identical to the first movie's $12.1 million. Considering it's a sequel opening during the Summer, it's likely to be more front-loaded; still, a weekend north of $30 million is likely.In second place, 22 Jump Street plummeted 63 percent to an...



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Weekend Project: Make a Cheap and Easy Bike Cargo Trailer

I've gone on before on ManMade about my love of simple machines that work well, and that the bicycle is the most perfect and useful example. And for years, cyclists have been trying to figure out safe and efficient ways to move more than just human bodies from one place to … read more

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The (Mostly) Official Drink of Every World Cup Nation

The gathering of nations for the 2014 World Cup has many, as often only international sports competitions actually can, learning about the cultural traditions of other … read more

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Forecast: Moviegoers to Choose 'Man' Over 'Boys' This Weekend

Comedy sequel Think Like a Man Too should take first place at the box office this weekend, while Clint Eastwood's Jersey Boys could wind up outside of the Top 5.Overall business is going to lag significantly behind the same weekend last year, when Monsters University and World War Z faced off against strong holdover Man of Steel. Those three movies combined for $190 million, which is more than all movies in release will earn this weekend.Opening at 2,225 locations, Think Like a Man Too arri...



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How Not to Die: 20 Survival Tips You Must Know

Popular Mechanics takes on accidental death, and how to avoid it. Interestingly, the majority of the tips don't presume mountain isolation or post-apocalyptic bug outs, but a variety of outdoor activities, from mowing the lawn to attending a baseball game to drinking too much … read more

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How to: Make Your Own Shorts from a Pair of Pants...No Sewing Required

Quick! There are only a few weeks left of summer, and clearly, you're not going to spend money on buying a brand new pair of shorts. So today we present you a super easy, super affordable, super badass way of making your own. This project is awesome (if I do say so myself), 'cause you customize the length to your personal preference, and you don't have to know how to use (or have access to) a sewing … read more

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Blow My Mindsday: June 18, 2013

Each Wednesday, I post some of my favorite can't-miss links, images, and otherwise mindblowing goodies from across the web.

Sometimes, you're out and about, and you realize: you're not really looking your sharpest. An unexpected spill, a weird hair thing happening, or perhaps you're not smelling so fresh. In those cases, and plenty others, … read more

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ManMade Guide: Step Up Your Summer Drinks with Grown-Up Flavored Ice Cubes

Around here, we've moved past the short glass: the whiskey in a tumbler, the shaken 3 oz. cocktails of spring, and opting for the long and tall. With sunshine comes all-day drinks: those mixed with plenty of ice and fresh ingredients to keep you cool.

Of course, it's ice that keeps 'em cool, and when your glass sits around in the heat...well, ice melts. So, this summer, make that a good thing. We're sharing our technique and recipes to allow the ice to actually contribute to the flavor of a drink or cocktail, not just its temperature or dilution. Check it … read more

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Before and After: An IKEA Dresser Gets a Custom Makeover

The DIY blogosphere is rife with dresser makeovers. Like, completely full of them. And most involve some rescued thrift store piece, dinged up and the wooden finish too 70s to bear, which gets sanded, painted, and perhaps something graphic or colorful applied to the drawers. It's a great trick, practical, useful, and affordable, and you can find a million tutorials on how to go about … read more

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Bring the Outdoors In: How to Make a Driftwood Coat Rack

I'm digging this rustic, cabin-look wall hanger DIY project, which adds some vibe, visual interest, and plenty of storage. The how-to comes from The Effortless … read more

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Men's Style: The Case for Fewer — but Better — Clothes

In the first half of the 20th century, the average U.S. citizen spent about 12-14% on clothing. Today, we spend only 3%, and yet we own about 5x the amount of clothes. In the vein of fast food, economists are calling this "fast fashion," and like that extra value meal, it's not very good for … read more

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'Jump Street' Scores, 'Dragon' Disappoints This Weekend

As expected, highly-anticipated sequels 22 Jump Street and How to Train Your Dragon 2 took the top two spots at the box office this weekend. It came as quite the surprise, though, that the R-rated comedy easily took first place ahead of the DreamWorks Animation movie.Playing at 3,306 locations, 22 Jump Street opened to a fantastic $60 million this weekend. That's the second-biggest opening ever for an R-rated comedy behind The Hangover Part II, and ahead of hits like Neighbors and Ted. It's...



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Weekend Project: Make a Super Efficient DIY Campfire Starter

It's the season of campfires: whether in your own backyard fire bowl, a rock ring at a weekend getaway to the lake, or a (designated) spot in a backcountry trail. And the best way to get them started? One match, and a guaranteed source of … read more

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'22 Jump Street' Schools 'Dragon' on Friday

22 Jump Street got off to a commanding lead in this weekend's battle of the sequels. How to Train Your Dragon 2 could make up ground throughout the weekend, though it will almost certainly fall short of $60 million.22 Jump Street opened to a massive $25 million on Friday. That's the second-biggest R-rated comedy debut ever behind The Hangover Part II ($31.6 million). It's also nearly double the first movie's $13.2 million start. The audience skewed younger (56 percent under 25), which sugge...



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Weekend Project: Make a Super Efficient DIY Fire Starter

It's the season of campfires: whether in your own backyard fire bowl, a rock ring at a weekend getaway to the lake, or a (designated) spot in a backcountry trail. And the best way to get them started? One match, and a guaranteed source of … read more

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'Dragon,' 'Jump Street' Set for Sequel Showdown This Weekend

Two highly-anticipated sequels reach theaters this weekend, and both have a legitimate shot at opening north of $50 million.How to Train Your Dragon 2 is debuting at 4,253 locations, which is one of the widest releases ever. Meanwhile, comedy sequel 22 Jump Street reaches 3,306 theaters.How to Train Your Dragon 2 flies in to theaters four years after the original How to Train Your Dragon, which opened to $43.7 million in March 2010. The movie held remarkably well from there, and wound up wi...



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How to: Make a Backyard Dining Table with a Built-In Cooler

This time of year, I try to do as much outside as possible. Everything from cooking to writing blog posts (like this very one...hooray for working from home) to paying bills is that much better from fresh air. Even with all the flies and … read more

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Art: Columns Made Out of Suspended Charcoal by Seon Ghi Bahk

Whoa. Optical illusion? Nope! This is all made by hand using nylon threads and charcoal pieces. Fascinating? Definitely! Check out the rest of the images of this awesome … read more

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How to: Make a Custom Leather Luggage Tag

Working with leather can be as complicated as you want it to be. You can get involved in stitching ponies and floral stamps and swivel knives, or you can keep things simple with pre-cut shapes and the … read more

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How to: Make a Custom Leather Luggage Tag

Working with leather can be as complicated as you want it to be. You can get involved in stitching ponies and floral stamps and swivel knives, or you can keep things simple with pre-cut shapes and the … read more

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How to: Make an Affordable DIY IKEA-Hack Table

DIY meets IKEA meets affordable-is-my-last-name. This table is perfect to hold your summer drinks and snacks and requires little work. Make one this … read more

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From School Bus to Cabin: A Traveling Vacation Home Makeover

This isn't the first multi-person transit vehicle-turned-personal road trip travel home makeover project I've shared, and it probably won't be the last. Why? Cause I always think this is a great idea. … read more

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How to: Pack Your Bags More Efficiently + "Army Roll" Your T-Shirts

Here's a helpful tip for some serious upcoming summer getaways. Cause the more efficiently you pack, the easier you travel; and the easier you travel, the more places you can go. … read more

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DIY Inspiration: A Bottle Ceiling Light Installation

Now there's something else to look at instead of all those … read more

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'Stars' Align for 'Fault,' Cruise Misses with 'Edge'

Young women turned out in droves this weekend to see teen romance The Fault in our Stars, which easily took the top spot with over $48 million. Meanwhile, Edge of Tomorrow was unable to convert strong reviews in to a successful debut.The Fault in our Stars opened noticeably higher than past romantic hits The Vow ($41.2 million) and Dear John ($30.5 million). Despite doing more business on Friday, though, Fault wound up lower than star Shailene Woodley's Divergent ($54 million) for the full ...



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'Fault in our Stars' Shines, 'Edge' Flatlines on Friday

Young-adult romance The Fault in our Stars opened to a stunning $26.1 million yesterday. Meanwhile, Tom Cruise's Edge of Tomorrow disappointed with just $10.7 million.The Fault in our Stars had one of the biggest opening days of the year: it was ahead of last weekend's Maleficent ($24.3 million) and fellow Shailene Woodley young-adult adaptation Divergent ($22.8 million). A big part of that was an $8.2 million haul on Thursday, which suggests that Fault will be somewhat front-loaded through...



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'Fault' to Push Cruise to the 'Edge' of the Box Office

On the first weekend of June, sci-fi action movie Edge of Tomorrow faces off against teen romance The Fault in our Stars. While Edge cost over ten times as much as Fault, it's likely that the young-adult adaptation takes the top spot this weekend.Playing at 3,173 locations, The Fault in Our Stars is based on a 2012 John Green novel about two teenagers who meet in a cancer support group and subsequently fall in love. While that may sound like difficult subject material, the story managed to ...



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The Masculine Home: 5 Ideas to Create Simple Vignettes

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A vignette is a visual focus point that identifies the character of a room. These intentional areas are often the shots you'll see published in magazines, and you can achieve 'em at home, using mostly items you already have. Here are 5 ideas to get you … read more

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Father's Day Blueprint: Win A $2000 Lowes Gift Card!

Yesterday I shared our plan for an awesome backyard father's day bash, and today I'm really excited to let you in on a huge giveaway. We've teamed up with Lowes and are giving away a $2,000 gift card. People, do you know how many ratcheting screwdrivers I would buy with $2,000? Power tools! USB-enabled power outlets! Those little rolly things you use to put painters tape down! Caulk guns! Shrubbery! I could go on and on, but I don't think you'd enjoy that as much as I would. So read on to find out how to enter the giveaway (I promise no more shopping-spree daydreaming from me)...

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How to: Make Gin and Tonic Sorbet

For many, the great treat of summer is a quality gin and tonic. For others, the warmer months mean ice cream season. And now, those two groups can hold hands as they sit outside in the long days and smell freshly cut grass after they barbecue amidst other summer tropes with some of this: gin and tonic … read more

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Father's Day Party Blueprint: A Complete Guide to Hosting A Backyard Bash

Father's Day is just a week away, and this year, we're throwing a big, manly bash to honor all the dads in our lives. Today we'll share all our ideas for the party, tomorrow we've got a HUGE giveaway for you, and next week, we'll share the pictures from our big celebration. Click through to see what we're cooking up!

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NFL's notable players changing teams in 2014

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May Box Office Hits Lowest Level Since 2010

Thanks to two major comic book sequels and a highly-anticipated monster movie, May box office wound up over $1 billion for the fourth year in a row. Without any of those movies truly breaking out, though, overall business was at its lowest level since 2010.Those three movies-The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Godzilla and X-Men: Days of Future Past-all opened over $90 million. That's only the second time that's ever happened: the first was in May 2007, when three titles debuted north of $110 million...



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DIY Inspiration: Penta-base Bookrest by TOC Studio

Give your favourite books and magazines the royal treatment with a "bookrest" that provides storage for your current reads while showing off their cover … read more

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How To: Make a Simple Wooden Bench

An easy and super affordable way to add some extra … read more

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'Maleficent' Casts Box Office Spell, 'Million Ways' Dies

Maleficent got off to a strong start in the U.S. and abroad this weekend, while Seth MacFarlane's A Million Ways to Die in the West flopped.Disney's big-budget reimagining of Sleeping Beauty earned an estimated $70 million at the domestic box office, which is the biggest debut ever for star Angelina Jolie. Meanwhile, it grossed roughly $100 million overseas, which is a significant improvement over 2013's Oz The Great and Powerful.Overall business was about even with the same weekend last ye...



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Rattlers announce partnership with Ak-Chin

The Rattlers held a news conference before Saturday's game with the San Jose SaberCats, announcing a three-year partnership with the Ak-Chin Indian Community and their commitment to supporting the Children's Heart Gallery.



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Arizona high school boys volleyball player of the year: Ryne Benson

Benson scored 190 points, 80 of them on aces, during the team's 33-13 season.



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