![Improper Offset](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20190924_173900-275x206.jpg)
Relocating Holes for Door Strike Plate
Guide to relocating holes for a door strike plate, using a wood skewer or dowel to fill in old screw holes and move them over slightly
![Portable Soldering Setup](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/DSCF2351-275x206.jpg)
Drill Battery Power for a TS-100 Soldering Iron
Guide to making an adapter for drill battery power for a TS-100 soldering iron, with links to the parts required
![](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/DSCF1720-275x206.jpg)
Installing an Outdoor Post Lamp
Guide to installing an outdoor post lamp or replacing an existing one, including remove and reinstallation steps complete with pictures
![](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/00000003-2-275x155.jpg)
Fixing a Stuck Door
Guide to fixing a stuck door using a hand plane to plane it down, including where to purchase a decent hand plane and alternatives
![Final product works great](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/00000012-275x155.jpg)
DIY Bike Stand from Harbor Freight Bike Rack
How to make a DIY bike stand from a Harbor Freight bike rack using some scrap angle iron from an old bed frame and a flux core welder
![Obnoxious animated penguin](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/00000000-1-275x155.jpg)
Fixing an Animated Christmas Decoration
Guide to fixing an animated Christmas decoration that wouldn’t activate by soldering on a new on/off switch to replace the defective original
![Cover installed](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/00000022-2-275x155.jpg)
Adding a 220 Outlet
Description of how I went about adding a 220V outlet to my shop, including fitting a new outlet and adding a new circuit to the sub-panel
![Almost looks like I know what I'm doing](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/00000015-2-275x155.jpg)
First Welding Project: Shop Trash Can from Steel Barrel
Turning a steel barrel into a shop trash can by adding wheels and a handle, making a great first welding project for beginners
![Black and Decker RTX](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/rtx-275x275.jpg)
Fixing a Dremel Permanently on Full Speed
Fixing a Dremel permanently on full speed by cleaning out the speed control potentiometer, including the same fix for a Black and Decker RTX
![Finished mower leaf bag solution](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/leafbag-275x156.png)
DIY Mower Leaf Catcher for $80 (Now $30)
Creating a DIY mower leaf catcher using a lawn tractor bag and some OSB to cheaply and quickly pick up leaves in your yard
![View from the yard](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/00000031-275x155.jpg)
Fixing a Wood Fence
Fixing a wooden fence that has sustained damage from a tree falling using simple hand tools and some lumber from the hardware store
![Old vs New](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/00000000-2-275x155.jpg)
Replacing a String Trimmer Carburetor
Easily replacing a string trimmer carburetor using a $17 replacement from Amazon
![Unplug fuel lines](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/00000015-2-275x155.jpg)
Replacing Fuel Lines in a String Trimmer
Replacing fuel lines in a string trimmer using either a manufacturer’s pre-made replacement kit or cutting universal fuel line
![And then it can be angled down and removed](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/00000014-275x155.jpg)
Fixing a Squeaky Bathroom Fan
Fixing a squeaky bathroom fan with basic hand tools by relubricating with dry teflon lubricant or by replacing the motor with a new unit
![My 2008 Craftsman 38" Mower](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/00000000-1-275x156.jpg)
Riding Mower Belt and Blades Replacement
Riding mower belt and blades replacement how-to on a 2008 Craftsman LT1000 38″ riding mower, including removing and reinstalling the deck
![Finished](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/00000073-275x156.jpg)
French Cleat Garage Storage
Getting garden tools and other items organized and on the wall using custom DIY french cleat garage storage
![Uncovering hole](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/00000004-4-275x156.jpg)
HVAC Air Duct Leak Repair
Air duct leak repair on a large hole in HVAC duct work that had not been sealed properly
![Finished](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/00000017-275x156.jpg)
Installing a Light Fixture
Installing a light fixture in place of an existing one, including wiring and mounting
![Done](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/00000012-275x156.jpg)
Installing Blinds in a Window
Guide to installing blinds in a window, including tools required and how to purchase blinds from the store
![Pop-up emitter after installation](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Fixing-A-Downspout-00000007-275x156.jpg)
Fixing A Downspout
Fixing a downspout by extending the flow out away from the house using PVC and a pop-up emitter
![The old ballast to be removed](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Fluorescent-Ballast-Replacement-00000002-275x156.jpg)
Fluorescent Ballast Replacement
How to install a universal fluorescent ballast replacement in a fixture where the ballast has gone bad
![Filling with dirt](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/000000054-275x156.jpg)
Simple Wood Raised Garden Beds
Building simple 4’x8′ raised garden beds out of 2×4 for about $20 apiece with a miter saw and screws
![The gate is finished](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/00000065-275x156.jpg)
Simple 4′ Garden Fence
How to build an inexpensive, attractive 4′ Garden Fence using pressure-treated wood and hexagonal mesh
![Sharkbite after installation](https://did-it-myself.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/000000112-275x156.jpg)
Fix a Pinhole Leak With a Sharkbite
Fix a pinhole leak with a Sharkbite with no soldering required on any type of pipe, including PEX, PVC, and Copper