Author Archives: The Woodpecker

Nov252022

Episode 286 – Another solar panel at the cottage

Posted on November 25, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 286 – Another solar panel at the cottage

During our last stay at the cottage, Renée and  I installed another solar panel. I will also talk about how my renewable energy system is hooked up.

Nov112022

Episode 285 – Wooden padlock version 2021

Posted on November 11, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 285 – Wooden padlock version 2021

For a several years, I’ve been giving a wooden padlock as Christmas gifts. Last year was no exception. I made a combination padlock.

Oct282022

Episode 284 – Maple leaves out of maple wood

Posted on October 28, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 284 – Maple leaves out of maple wood

At the beginning of the month, we received a couple from Switzerland. I wanted to give them something representing Canada, so I made some maple leaves out of maple.

Oct142022

Episode 283 – A plaque for Nathan

Posted on October 14, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 283 – A plaque for Nathan

I made a special plaque with the name of our very first grandchild. Here’s how I made it.

Sep302022

Episode 282 – Planks planed with an angle

Posted on September 30, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 282 – Planks planed with an angle

I had some planks to plane with a small angle. Here’s how I did it.

Sep252022

Episode 281 – A new thermostat for the shop

Posted on September 25, 2022 by The Woodpecker

Episode 281 – A new thermostat for the shop

I made a more powerful thermostat for the shop. This is how I made it. Here’s an overview of all its functions.