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Month: August 2019

Ridgid Octane Cordless Router Review
August 28, 2019August 28, 2019 Sarah Listi

Ridgid Octane Cordless Router Review

New Milwaukee Cut Off Saw
August 26, 2019 Sarah Listi

New Milwaukee Cut Off Saw

DeWalt Parallel Clamp Review
August 20, 2019 Sarah Listi

DeWalt Parallel Clamp Review

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The cost of wood, y'all! Sometimes you can’t hel The cost of wood, y'all! Sometimes you can’t help but want to cry, am I right?? I keep seeing drastic swings in construction material price, but wood has seen more than most. This can really make putting together budgets and proposals extra difficult because there isn't always consistency and a few months' time can drastically change your profit margin. Just like a tip on installing trim or proper glue up techniques, I love sharing ways I improve other areas of my business with y’all! When I rounded the corner to the new year, I vowed to find a way to really manage these swings and have the reference for clients to understand these changes without stress on them. This is where @xero and their cloud-based accounting platform, has completely shifted how I approach every aspect of the finance side of my business. Everything I could possibly need is right at my fingertips, so I have found I am finally in the groove of managing expenses, billing, proposals, and the ever-important budgeting! Construction in general is at an all-time high demand, so any way we can make the back end of the business more efficient is a labor savings we can easily apply to real builds. Curious? Check out what I love about @xero in the link below or in my profile! https://toolgirlsgarage.com/accounting-for-your-small-business-with-xero/ #NailYourFinances #Xero #AccountingTips #Accounting #Construction #smallbusiness #woodshop #womenwoodworkers #womenwoodworkersofig #toolsofthetrade #trades #womeninconstruction #shoptools #constructionbusiness #build #buildyourempire
Flashback to this fabulous barn door! I’ll alway Flashback to this fabulous barn door! I’ll always love this door- even years later it’s one of my favorite budget builds of all times. Sometimes it takes only a little bit to make a big impact. Are y’all still fans of this build?? Original Post- I’ve Finally got some final shots of this Barn Door! Y’all were so enthusiastic about this project and I’m thrilled with how it came together! What do y’all think?! * * This was a build designed for @harttoolsusa to demonstrate just how much can be accomplished with a few basic tools and about $120 dollars in supplies!! I’ll have the full walk through of this project on the blog in the next week or so- but since I’ve got a bit of time, what questions do y’all have about this build?! I’ll make sure to answer them in the article! * * * #doitwithhart #barndoor #diy #diyproject #build #doorbuild #customdoor #custommade #woodwork #woodworking #woodworker #woodworkersofig #woodworkersofinstagram #toolsofthetrade #maker #makersofig #makersofinstagram #makermom #home #homemaker #carpentry #shop #woodshop #build #construction #farmhouse #design #interiordesign
Want that perfect fit on sheet goods? Track saw an Want that perfect fit on sheet goods? Track saw and a drywall square. 👌🏻 I swear by this combo- but I know it’s contested when it comes to accuracy. My biggest advice when it comes to that? Take care of your tools and they’ll take care of you! I’ve had this @crescent_tool Drywall Square going on 2 years and it’s still dead on- so it’s possible with the right tools. #crescenttools #tracksaw #makitatools #makita #tools #powertools #toolsofthetrade #square #accurate #mdf #trimming #counters #mdf
What a year! So much of my year was spent building What a year! So much of my year was spent building the shop expansion! You guys were along for every step of the ride, and I could never thank you enough! 2022 is already promising some seriously great adventures, a million new projects and the chance to make some beautiful new memories! What are your goals for 2022?! Original Post- The shop is finished ya’ll! I have never been prouder of any project before. This shop construction was a life changing experience! And one I will never forget! I always tell you guys to dream big, and this shop proved to me that my dreams can keep on growing, because if I could pull this off, really the sky is the limit! I partnered with @84lumber on the interior of the shop after I purchased all the materials for the main construction through them! As a Customer, I had a phenomenal experience when shopping, all my questions were answered well, and they have an amazing selection of materials to choose from! Even with the supply issues most have faced the last couple of years, the team at 84 Lumber communicated with me and got my material delivered on time! Buying material from 84 Lumber is like you’re buying from a family, and you are. Whether you’re buying one sheet of plywood or dozens of SKU’s, 84 takes care of their customers from start to finish. 84 Lumber is women owned to boot so it’s a partnership I am extra proud of! Can’t wait to team up with you all soon! ¾ inch Plywood for the walls 1X4 square edge wood for trim and detail Get ready for a ton of behind-the-scenes footage of how I created this space coming soon! And make sure you are following @84lumber for project tips & tricks! #84lumberpartner #84lumber #shopbuild #construction #womenwoodworking #Construction #Womeninconstruction #Dreambig
One of the top posts in 2021 has also been a top p One of the top posts in 2021 has also been a top post before! Still love this truck- although I’ve been itching to black out the branding and wheels again! Maybe in 2022, ha! Let’s talk trucks. I have always said it’s the most valuable tool I own. Between hauling materials and toting kids, it’s the best of all the worlds for me! I often hear the debate about vans reigning supreme for various reasons- but this truck has been my favorite vehicle to own hands down- and I’ve had a few! What do y’all think? What do y’all drive, and do you use it for your business too? This is my 2016 Ford F-150 Platinum Repost- If there is one thing I am grateful to have it’s a truck! Two years into owning this bad boy and I swear I love it more everyday! Did a wood run today, which is sort of an all day affair with the drive- but had great luck getting exactly what we need! 65 ish board feet of Ash, Poplar, and some Pecan and 4 sheets of plywood- and we’re ready for some upcoming projects! * Now- what is your favorite wood to build with?! I’d build with Walnut all the time if I could, but I really liked Pecan, and love Maple too! * * * @houston_hardwoods #houston #houstonhardwoods #hardwoods #hardwood #ash #pecan #poplar #plywood #woodworkers #woodworker #woodworking #wood #materials #haul #maker #makerlife #makerspace #makersgonnamake #build #builder #custom #ford #fordf150 #haul #truckdrivers
Absolutely- one of the highlights of the year! Thi Absolutely- one of the highlights of the year! This laundry room wasn’t the most useful space when we bought the home- and making it completely what I needed was a total blast. It’s fun and totally suits my style- that bit of a vintage twist with some modern touches- it’s been awesome! I made this joke recently- but how cool is the laundry chute? Now can anyone tell me how to actually get kids to use it? 🤷🏼‍♀️ What do y’all think? Anything you’d change in here?? Original Post- These cabinets! 😍 Y’all- the laundry room is complete, finally! What do y’all think?! Hard to believe this project started in July of last year with a broken washer and flooring that had seen its share of water over the years- that removal was awful!!I knew I wanted to transform this room the moment I saw it, but sometimes it takes time to get things going. That was definitely the case in this space- always hard to juggle the renovations with real life and other builds. I don’t consider myself a “designer” rather just someone who can design for function and practicality in a busy home- and I like to think I keep it beautiful too! I am so grateful to have this room wrapped up, and despite it all, it was worth every moment! Renovations will be a huge part of my content over the next couple of years, as I transform and update this house room by room, project by project! So glad to have y’all along for the ride! @sherwinwilliams Tempe Blue on the cabinets and Repose Gray on the walls. Oak counters Fumed with White Oil with @rubiomonocoatusa. Hardware from Amazon- tile from @homedepot Light from @wayfair #renovation #renovate #finewoodworking #woodworkersofinsta #makersmovement #woodworkingcommunity #womenwoodworkersofig #modernmakers #woodwork #makerscommunity #popularwoodworking #indiemaker #woodworkersofinstagram #contemporaryfurniture #handmade #homedecor #designerfurniture #woodfurniture #custommadefurniture #custommade #furnituremaker #style #design #furniture #smallbusiness #custom #womenwhobuild #moderndesign #modernfarmhouse #style #hgtv
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