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I made some honeycomb shelves recently and when I posted my handiwork, I was stunned by the amount of people who asked to place orders. So my little DIY project has turned into a side hustle the past couple weeks! I'm thankful for extra income and also for projects to occupy my mind in the midst of the dumpster fire otherwise known as 2020.

It's bedtime here in the UK and cheating here again with the "book", buuuut.... Thoroughly enjoyed "Bedtime Stories for Cynics" for anyone who has Audible. The narration by Nick Offerman is perfect.

I just saw on Instagram that this is coming out in October and I love them! Actually I saw the post and then checked if it was real! 🤣#comingsoon #tbr

Ron Swanson is as inextricably tied to Nick Offerman as a character can be, but in this book about various adventures in Offerman‘s wood working shop, you‘ll love both men even more.

While Nick Offerman is a delightful narrator, after 1 hour and 36 minutes, I've come to find that this book will make an excellent Christmas gift for my dad. I've gotten an education in woodworking and shop tools that Bob Villa and Norm would be proud of. I bailed on this purely based on subject matter and not at all because of Offerman's writing or narration. It's a book for a hobbyist, definitely dry material.

Oh my GOD, this guy... I'd listen to him read a phone book! As it is, I'm listening to him say words like "ribald", "tomfoolery", "bookery" and stuff like that. ?

I am not the least bit interested in pursuing woodworking as a hobby. However, I do love Nick Offerman deeply, so this was a required listen. It‘s fun to hear someone talk about their passion, and when that someone is also smart, contemplative, hilarious (in both writing and narration), charming, and adorable, it‘s that much more fun. Plus I love his philosophy that we should all be makers, whether we can do so professionally or not.

Can't wait to jump in!

Always enjoy a Nick Offerman book and it was fun to read about his wood shop and the folks who work there.

Loving this book so far, as I am a big fan of making things with your hands.
Also, I really appreciate it that the author does everything possible to aknowledge women in woodworking, lumber industry and other physical trades. When talking about learning from one's badass ancestors, he is as quick to use a grandmother as a grandfather, and tries to keep as away from male default as possible
#nonfiction

If you aren‘t familiar with Nick Offerman‘s work, read this book immediately. And then go back and read his other books and watch his shows. He‘s a renaissance man with the facial hair to back him up. With a focus on his woodworking shop, its crew, and their shenanigans, this book—which is full of cartoons, humor, and well-told tales—will guide you through projects, welcoming you into the hands-on maker community. - Rachel