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🛠️ Could you build it yourself?
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Hi Reader, Sooner or later, almost every homesteader needs to build something. It might be a raised garden bed, a chicken coop, a storage shelf or a simple repair around the house. But when you don’t know which tools you need or how to use them properly, even a small project can feel intimidating. That’s why I wanted to tell you about the new Basic Carpentry Class from the School of Traditional Skills.​ It was created for beginners and starts with the basics: how to choose and use essential tools and materials for projects around your home or homestead. The instructor, Jon Schwennesen of the Heritage School of Woodworking, also walks you through several hands-on projects step by step. You won’t just watch someone else build. You’ll learn how to start doing it yourself. (Tip: If you're homeschooling a teenager, this could be a great way to ease into the new homeschool year. It's practical, hands-on knowledge that's handy no matter what your teen ends up doing after high school.) Basic carpentry is one of those practical skills that can save money and help you become more self-reliant, even if you’re still living in town or planning your future homestead. The class is currently available for a launch price of $79 USD, but that price ends Wednesday, August 5. ​Take a look at the Basic Carpentry Class here​ You don’t need years of experience or a workshop full of expensive equipment to begin. You just need someone to show you what to do first. Sarita P.S. The $79 launch price is only available through Wednesday. After that, the flash sale ends. |
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