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Which of these 15 brands of extension cords is the best
Project Farm torture tested 15 different 50-foot extension cords to find the best one. I enjoyed watching the plugs and cords fail under the punishing and ingenious tests they underwent. 15 extension cords: Project Source, Vanguard, Woods, Yellow Jacket, Southwire, Husky, Utilitech, Snow joe, Flexzilla Pro, Bergen Industries, GoGreeen, US Wire, and US Wire Extreme.… READ THE REST
I use this wooden tabletop easel every day
After years of hunching over a table to draw, I began experiencing back pain that would keep me awake at night. As a solution, I began using this wooden 5-Position Wood Drafting Table Easel. Now, I never draw without it. It has helped my back quite a bit to draw while sitting upright instead of… READ THE REST
Grandpa Witmer's Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Mixer
I don't know who Grandpa Witmer is, but around our compound, he's a SubGenius ShorDurPerSav and a Discordian Saint. We use Saint Witmer's Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Mixer to mix peanut butter quickly and without a mess. The kind of peanut butter I buy from Trader Joe's separates into two layers. The oil is on top,… READ THE REST
These $29 game design and development courses might make learning as fun as the real thing
Gaming is something that most people can appreciate. Whether you're into the classics, a casual gamer, or a die-hard who plays all the time, there are many different ways to enjoy the hobby. But we think it's safe to say, novice or professional, we're all interested in how games even come to be. If you're fascinated by gaming… READ THE REST
Coffee snobs are digging this barista training course bundle
There are plenty of simple pleasures in life, but if you're a coffee lover, you know you can't measure the value of that little brown bean. From making mornings bearable to aiding in enjoyable conversation with friends, coffee is an essential part of your daily routine. Whether you're hoping to become a skilled barista or simply want to impress… READ THE REST
Get hundreds of dollars off this Microsoft Office training trifecta
There's no argument that you'll be using Microsoft Office applications at one point in your life. Whether you're a student using it in your classroom or a professional using it in your office or during a meeting, having Microsoft Office knowledge is a vital skill set you can apply universally. However, with many Microsoft Office applications to choose from, it… READ THE REST