'Kung Fu Panda 3' #1; Holdovers Make Up for Money Lost in the Snow

Kung Fu Panda 3 reigns atop the weekend box office, bringing in more than enough to become the largest January animated opening of all-time. Meanwhile, fellow newcomers The Finest Hours, Fifty Shades of Black and Jane Got a Gun didn't fair so well as holdovers from last weekend make up for dollars lost due to last weekend's snowstorm. Not a single film in the top ten dropped more than 34% and the overall top twelve was up nearly 25% compared to last weekend, which is also a 46% improvement...

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14 Seriously Tasty Burgers You've Got to Try this Weekend

The burger is usually thought of as summer fare — the progeny of some spatula-wielding self-appointed grill master. But true burger fans know that the very best are not cooked over grill grates, but on screaming hot solid surfaces, where the rendering fat and juices stay near the patty, creating not only a crispy exterior, but the deep, caramelized, confit-like richness that defines the flavor of a great burger.

Which means, of course, that burgers are actually year-round food, and armed with a heavy cast iron skillet or griddle, a great way to spend an dark, cold evening stuck inside. If we're gonna have January, than let us always have burgers. … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Woodworking Done Right: You Gotta Check Out Janis Straupe's Carved Beetle Armoire

Sometimes a craftsman has to branch out from the ordinary for a bit of fun. This Latvian woodworker built a massive cabinet in the shape of a beetle, and it's on the one of the most beautiful pieces you'll ever see.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Bring the Outdoors In with this Woodsy, Smokey Cocktail Recipe

Need another drink to warm you up like you're sitting by a campfire, but you're actually stuck inside cause it's freaking freezing out? Check out ManMade's very own rosemary and smoke infused cocktail!

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4 Simple Upgrades To Make Your Work Shop More Enjoyable

Spending time in the shop is a special kind of escape for me. It's a time to get some things done, to be creative, and to unwind in my own way. But this time of year it can be hard to enjoy the space. The cold wind and cloudy skies can make it dark, cold, and just not worth the time I want to give it. Here are a few simple upgrades to make your shop a place you can escape to year round.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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The Skillset: How to Split Firewood Like a True Woodsman

We've all seen that guy. The one who can split those fresh cut logs into neat stacks of firewood with a single burly stroke. This time of year, he's the hero who keeps the house warm and you need to learn to do the same. Here's an easy primer on how to be that guy.  

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Weekend Preview: 'Kung Fu Panda 3' To Top 'Fifty Shades of Black' and 'Finest Hours'

Kung Fu Panda 3 enters a marketplace where the largest January opening for an animated feature is currently 2014's The Nut Job with $19.4 million. You can count on Po the Panda squashing that number with ease. Additional new releases looking to find a place on the chart this weekend include the 1950s-set disaster thriller The Finest Hours, the R-rated spoof feature Fifty Shades of Black and Jane Got a Gun. Question is, while Po and the Furious Five are taking the top spot will these other n...

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How to: Make Perfect Scrambled Eggs [with Gordon Ramsey]

Every man should know how to cook a couple meals. Hopefully, most can at least cook a few eggs, but few men know how to cook eggs like this. Let Gordon… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Restore an Antique Pocket Knife

I spent time over the holidays sorting through old boxes of knick nacks and came across some heirloom pocket knives I'd inherited from my grandfather that had fallen into disrepair. I considered throwing them out but figured it was worth looking into how one might go about repairing them. 

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4 Ted Talks To Inspire You To Live This Life Well

I'm a huge fan of Ted Talks. I know they have their detractors, but I think it's a phenomenal movement that brings the best of today's wisdom to the people who need to hear it most. They genuinely motivate me, and I learn something every time.

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Daily Inspiration: WWII Ship Hatch Turned Coffee Table

When I stumbled onto this excellent coffee table project, it completely inspired me to think about all the items I pass up. An only WWII Ship Hatch needed a second life and with a bit of creative making, it was transformed into a seriously awesome coffee table.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Q: Do You Really Need a Chain Saw? A: Absolutely. Here's Why.

The chain saw. Love it or fear it, this workhorse has made its way into my DIY life after years of avoiding it. And?  I'm totally mad I waited this long! A chain saw is a great tool for even the most entry level of projects, and, if you use good technique and follow the right precautions, totally safe to use. 

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Fashion Made Affordable: 8 Money-Saving Style Tips for Men

If we were all millionaires, we'd all look stylish everyday. Not necessarily fancy, but we'd be able to afford whatever we needed to fit our particular body types and look our best, whatever that may be. 

But, we're not. Well, I'm not. (If you are, feel free to email me at Chris @ manmadediy.com. I have lots of interesting ideas for you.) But in the days of the internet and online shopping, we've now access to all sorts of deals that we'd never be able to take advantage of years ago.… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Why We Make: A Look Into a Furniture Maker's Mind

It's always interesting to hear why people have start down the road of becoming a maker. Jared Rusten talks about what inspired him to start making artisinal furniture that is built to last.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How To: Make Custom Art from Your Own Fingerprints

It's nearing Valentine's Day, and though my sweetheart and I don't usually do gifts, I wanted to make her something special. We're not big on the whole Hobby Lobby, scrapbook-y, shrine to ourselves approach to artwork, but I did want to incorporate a personal element. I recalled the custom DNA portraits I'd seen, and when searching, found the fingerprint prints offered by the same company. While I wouldn't even begin to understand how to go about visualizing DNA, I figured the custom fingerprint approach was probably pretty achievable.

And...it was.

I even figured out a way to make it seem a bit more handmade than the cold, tech-ier versions offered by the online companies. And, it only ended up costing me $6.00 USD. (I'm so thankful I've got someone who would be proud of me for creating an inexpensive DIY route, rather than impressed by how much I spent.)   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Build a Personal Wood-Burning Sauna

With an eye toward saving  money and paying off student loans, jrytlews of Instructables.com decided he'd still find a way to have his own sauna even if that meant building one himself. After painstaking research and planning he decided on making this dream a reality, and even updated his design post with mistakes/fixes.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'The Revenant' Weathers Snow Storm While Weekend's Newcomers Perform as Expected

With a blizzard blanketing the East Coast, the weekend's box office was down 27% compared to last year. How much of that percentage should be attributed to the snowstorm and how much is due to the fact American Sniper was tearing up the box office last year is difficult to decipher. In all, the snow's effect was certainly noticeable when looking at the weekend's top two recent holdovers as The Revenant scored the top spot despite coming up a bit short of expectations while Ride Along 2 suf...

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How to: Use a Swedish Flame to Cook Up Some Cast Iron Salt and Vinegar Potatoes

If you're a fan of salt and vinegar potato chips then you're gonna love this recipe for pan fried sea salt and basalmic potatoes. … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Weekend Project: How to Inlay Wooden Shapes to Make Some Geometric Wall Art

Chevron wall hangings and artwork are apparently gaining in popularity in the current interior design scene, although I find myself drawn to pieces like this for their ability to appear either traditionally masculine or feminine depending on the surrounding decor.

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Man Builds Mini V12 Engine By Hand

I've always been fascinated by the complexity of engines, so watching someone make a mini V12 engine by hand is just a great insight into what it takes to make something so amazing.  … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'Revenant' Hunts #1 Amid Newcomers, '5th Wave', 'The Boy' and 'Dirty Grandpa'

A new PG-13 horror (The Boy), an R-rated comedy (Dirty Grandpa) and a sci-fi thriller (The 5th Wave) make up the new releases hitting theaters this weekend and they all stand to make around $10-12 million. Meanwhile The Revenant is looking to score a #1 finish in its third weekend in wide release, but it's going to need another strong hold to top last weekend's champ, Ride Along 2. The Revenant has finished second the past two weekends, but is finally looking to cross the finish line in...

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How to: Make a Swedish Flame

What's a Swedish flame? Something you can buy at IKEA? No sir.

If you haven't seen one of these Swedish Flame logs lately, they definitely need to be the star of your next outdoor fire. Its genius design allows the fire to burn from the inside out which means little to no tending from you! … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Quotes Brought To Life: My Favorites From Zen Pencils

Zen Pencils has taken the time to turn my favorite quotes into illustrated pieces that somehow bring the message to life. Here's Teddy Roosevelt, Robert Frost, and Jacob Riis. Inspiration is just about guaranteed.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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4 Life-Changing Things You Didn't Know You Needed

There's nothing more satisfying than hearing the phrase "Where'd you get that!?" Ok, maybe it's just me, but I consider that phrase to be the apex of achievement when you've truly found a cool item. Here's a round up of 4 unique, life-improving things that I use everyday and you should too!

 

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How to: Make A Leather-Bound Book Entirely From Scratch [INCREDIBLE VIDEO]

This video blew me away. It's a two minute super-wrap-up showing you everything that goes into making a book from scratch, and then there are longer videos guiding you through each step in the whole process. Now when we say "from scratch" we mean entirely from scratch. If this guy needs a brush to use when binding his pages, he chops off some horse hairs and shapes a twig to tie with sinew from a deer he shot in order to make a brush. It's nuts.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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A Photographic Guide to Selecting the Right Lumber for the Job

Using dimensional lumber (2x4 and the like) from the home center or lumber yard is a great way to save money on a project. Provided, of course, that you get the right stuff. Anyone who has walked down the aisles of the home improvement store and pick through the piles can attest: some of this stuff is downright funky. And we often pick the best of the bunch, only to find it twisted, warped, or curved once we get the wood home and it's had time to acclimate to our workspaces.

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Yes, Every Man Needs an Apron

Men wearing aprons seem to be more of a novelty than a practical household item. In popular culture the apron on men seems to only show up on tacky backyard cooks (think Kiss the Cook) and wisecracking chefs and their hyperbolic reality shows, or the hapless dad in the movies putting on a pink ruffled thing when he's stuck with the kids. But it's time to ignore all of those stereotypes and get yourself an apron. Here are a few reasons you need to consider one for yourself.… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Get Started Ice Fishing

Ice-fishing is a big part of winter culture in Minnesota where I grew up, and essentially a good excuse for adults to build a fort and hangout. There's something heartening and cozy yet simultaneously adventurous about being in a little shack on the ice, usually fairly warm, but knowing all the while that the harsh elements are waiting just outside, whooshing on the walls.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Make Your Own Fire Cider to Cure a Cold, Allergies, and Boost Your Immune System

Like many of you, I suspect, I'd never heard of Fire Cider until a few weeks ago. It's a homemade tonic, and it wasn't historically something you could buy, and it wasn't a tradition in my family.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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6 Healthy, Protein-Filled Snacks that Will Actually Make You Feel Full

Most of us start off January with healthy eating goals. Not diets, of course. Just smarter choices that counteract holiday excesses and get us back to feeling normal. And they work ... for about the first two weeks of the month. 

But by the time we get this far into the year, the old temptations have started again. All this calorie counting and vegetable crunching leaves you hungry, and no matter what that magazine article said, one quarter of a grapefruit and a pickle slice just aren't cutting it.    … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'Ride Along 2' #1, 'Revenant' Holds Strong and 'Star Wars' Crosses $1 Billion Internationally

Ride Along 2 was unable to top its predecessor but an estimated $34 million is enough to top the weekend box office, followed closely by Fox's The Revenant, which dropped only 26% in its second weekend in wide release. Both films finished ahead of domestic box office king Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which fell to third in its fifth weekend in release while becoming only the fifth film to ever cross a major international milestone. Meanwhile Michael Bay's 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers...

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Weekend Project: How to Make a $5 Wooden iPad or Tablet Stand

Makers Simon Blazer and David Bakker shows you how to turn a simple block of wood into a super quick and easy tablet dock. The process? A single drilled hole and a quick saw cut. That's it.    … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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Closer Look: Set Turning Shawo Wooden Bowls

There's something incredible about watching a process from start to finish. The transformation from log to finished set of bowls is something already fun to see, but watching a Japanese craftsman do it on a foot powered lathe is something else completely.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Make Perfect Fresh Pasta From Scratch

Every man should have at least one amazing meal he can cook (and probably more like 3-5), and while it actually is possible to screw up spaghetti or pasta, I think it's the best one to master. A good pasta can be paired with a nice salad to begin, a good bread on the side, and great wine to round it out. But if it's going to be a signature starting dish, why not go the extra mile and do it all from scratch?   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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A Look at the 2015 Best Picture Nominees

The 2015 Oscar nominations have been announced with The Revenant leading the way with 12 nominations followed by Mad Max: Fury Road with ten. After crunching some numbers we've taken a look at how this year's crop of Best Picture nominees stacks up to prior, pre-nomination box office totals. Have a look at what we found after comparing this year's eight Best Picture nominees to 190 previous Best Picture contenders, going back 33 years to 1982. NOTE: Before reading on, please be aware th...

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On Jumping into A Frozen Lake with Your Five-Year-Old Daughter

The cold nylon of my swimming trunks crackles beneath snow-pants. My wool socks are damp, pooled around my ankles, snow finding its way down the top of my untied boots. My daughter and I are looking for the sauna. It's 8pm in a far-northern… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to Make the Ultimate Masculine Office Space: 9 DIY Desk Design Ideas

I recently had to move my desk at my design firm to a new space in the building and it got me thinking about how minimal—totally empty and sad—my desk space was. At the time I had a picture of my wife, a few books and a pencil holder.     … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'Ride Along 2' and 'Revenant' Look to Remove 'Star Wars' from Its Perch

Martin Luther King weekend arrives amid the awards season hustle and bustle. This is a good thing for The Revenant following its monster wide release last weekend, Golden Globe domination and 12 Oscar nominations this morning. However, just as good during the awards season is a strong bit of counter-programming, which Universal is delivering in spades with Ride Along 2. The action/comedy sequel has been marketed just about everywhere possible, from ABC's "The Bachelor", to the NF...

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Picture This: David Waelder Makes Some Seriously Awesome DIY Art Frames

Someone great has been growing in the shadow of Jimmy Diresta for a while, and he's really starting to put out some amazing videos of the projects he tackles around the shop. Here's a look at some innovative ways to make the simple picture frame.  

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6 Simple Tools Every DIYer Needs

Have you ever had to cook dinner at a friend's kitchen only to find out they don't even own a cutting board? Not only have I had that happen for me, I've noticed this kind of thing happening in my friend's workshops. It's easy to get caught up in making things and overlook some essential tools that can really help you get things done right.    … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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5 Inspiring Masculine Workspaces to Get Your Creativity Flowing

Some people like to peek inside other people's medicine cabinets. I have no idea why, but it's a thing. People really do that.

I've always been much more interested in taking a look at the offices, workspaces, and studios of artists, crafters, and designers. Here are five favorites that will motivate you to transform your current headquarters (a.k.a. couch) into a mad creativity centerl where ideas can grow.

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Your Answer to Winter: Warm Up with this Rosemary Vanilla and Honey Coffee Syrup

Rosemary is one my favorite cold-weather herbs. It really adds extra warmth to whatever you use it with. I love it in breads, soups, libations and even coffee! Here's a simple recipe with warming ingredients that is sure to brush off that winter chill in the air.    

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Make This: Shop Made Wooded Hinge

Shop hinges are a great way to make a piece customized to look smooth and streamlined. They can also be integrated right into the back for a seamless design. We take a look at what it takes to make this interesting hinge in detail.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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The Plan to Rebuild the Colossus of Rhodes

Some of the most awe-inspiring moments in fantasy movies, not to mention real life, are those featuring characters who happen upon a new city that greets its travelers with the most gigantic statues you can imagine. Whether its the Titan of Bravos, the Gates of Argonath, or Lady Liberty herself, they can all be traced back to the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. And now there's a plan to rebuild it... five times larger.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Care for and Protect Your Leather Boots and Shoes for Winter

This time of year, footwear choices can be a gamble. Overthink it, and you're stuck in snow or hiking boots all day. Under prepare, and your socks and feet stay wet, cold, and covered in  road salt. 

The answer, of course, is to opt for the middle, and choose a natural weather-resistant material that's stylish no matter what the season: leather.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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6 Masculine-Friendly Ways to Incorporate Indoor Plants into Your Home

Indoor plants in your home are a no-brainer: they bring the outside in, improve air quality, provide lots of natural color and texture, and encourage you to take an investment in the spaces you spend your time. They literally (and figuratively) add life to your home. Learn how to rock the green look with these six guy-friendly decor ideas. No floral wallpaper need apply.… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Access 76,000 Secret Netflix Movie Categories

So you know how Netflix has some bizarrely specific movie categories like Gritty Tearjerkers or Mind-Bending Biographical Dramas (currently empty since they took A Beautiful Mind off the list)? Well if you take a look at the URL e.g. http://ift.tt/1SKwXfL, you'll notice a number at the end.… Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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4 Classic Books Every DIYer Should Have on Hand

I want to give props to the internet for almost single-handedly fueling the DIY movement across America. If you need to know how to do anything, a search engine will lead you to the answer. Heck, it might even bring you here!   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'The Revenant' Storms the Box Office; 'Star Wars' Opens with $53M in China

The Revenant exploded this weekend as audiences showed up in droves to see Leonardo DiCaprio brave the elements in his quest for revenge. The strong Oscar contender expanded into 3,375 theaters and amassed an impressive $38 million taking second only to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which not only finished #1 domestically but started its China release strong. Meanwhile The Forest continues to prove there's a reliable audience willing to show up for low budget, PG-13 horror at the beginning ...

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How to: Make a DIY Wooden Salt Cellar for Your Next Dinner Party

We recently procured a salt shaker for our dining table. It looks like an owl. My wife likes it. However, it seems that the sea salt we put in it never actually comes out of the little holes. Taking from the kitchen salt cellars you scoop and pinch from as you cook, I thought I'd create a communal cellar to place on your table that's perfect for a party of one or a party of many. No more clogged shakers!    … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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A Special Finish: How to Make Faux Corroded Iron

The finish on a project can make it stand out or just fade off. Here is a great corroded iron finish that can be applied to simple wood to make it look like so much more.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Mount Posters and Art to Plywood for an Affordable Modern Look

In my hometown there's a poster shop that makes letterpress posters for every band that plays at The Ryman Auditorium. The fun part is you never know what size the poster will be and you can count on the size being something that could only be framed in a custom size.    … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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9 Secrets for Saving Money at Lowe's

Donald Glover has a great stand up bit about Home Depot being where your childhood goes to die, and while that may be true, there are few places that get me as amped up as a supply run to a hardware store. The more you go, the more you know, but I was surprised to find out that many of these tips were new to me. Who knew Lowe's could haggle?   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Make a New Candle from All Your Spent Ones

As a man, I fully endorse candles. If you look beyond the Yankees and Bath and Body scents you can really find some invigorating scents. My personal favorites smell like camp fires, tobacco and patchouli.     … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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'Star Wars: Force Awakens' Becomes Highest Grossing Domestic Release of All-Time

With an updated gross of $764.4 million thru Wednesday, Jan. 7, Star Wars: the Force Awakens is officially the highest grossing film of all time in the domestic market. It took a mere 20 days for the film to surpass the previous record of $760.5M held by Avatar, which not only took a total of 318 days to achieve, but was spread across two releases. When adjusted for inflation Force Awakens still has a long, long way to go to top Gone with the Wind's $1.73 billion, but it has moved to 2...

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Forecast: 'Star Wars' Opens in China; 'Revenant' & 'The Forest' Make Domestic Bows

Star Wars: The Force Awakens enters its fourth weekend as the newly crowned king of the world. While it hasn't happened as of today, by the end of Wednesday it will have passed Avatar to become the highest grossing domestic release of all-time. Its domestic haul this weekend, however, may be of secondary interest to its Saturday, January 9 release in China, the second largest movie market in the world. It wasn't until June of 2015 that the first three Star Wars films were first screened...

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How to: Make Everything Taste Better this Winter with DIY Charcoal Salt

In the summer, it's easy to get those deep, blackened and charred flavors in your weeknight meals. During grill season, you simply head outside, and cook your meal over an open flame.

And then comes January, where the produce is poor, and everything lacks that certain zing that the warm sun and fire-seared foods provide.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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The Process: From Timber to Tide

This process video was one of Vimeo's Staff Picks and it's easy to see why. The five minute short is full of gorgeous cinematography as UK native and traditional shipwright Ben Harris discusses his lifelong love of woodworking and shipbuilding, and the kinship one feels with their craft when one starts at the very beginning with the rawest of materials.

 I'm a big fan of quiet, contemplative, maker-oriented short films, and if that sounds up your alley, this is one you won't want to miss.      

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10 Ideas for Organizing Your Workshop for the New Year

Hopefully, the new calendar has you motivated to take on some new projects. And we all know the key to working quickly, efficiently, and creatively is: organization. Keeping things where they need to be allows your work surface to stay clean and makes your tools easy to find. Plus, when well organized, you'll find you can actually fit a lot more gear and materials into a small space.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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How to: Build a Cheap Home Gym

Starting the new year, I'm guessing quite a few of us have new physical health goals that require some quality workout equipment. If you already have a gym membership or just joined one: ROCK ON. Personally, I've never been much of a gym membership guy for budgetary reasons, though I take daily workouts extremely seriously, so I know the hardship that can be trying to get in a full body workout in just your living room with limited equipment.   … Continue reading on ManMadeDIY.com

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