ToolGirl Mag Ruffman's Official Web Log

Very Groovy Site for Us Toolish Types - Curbly DIY Design Community

via www.curbly.com

Many tantalizing projects at this well-executed site. Quirky and delicious. OH, you'll have fun.

Swine of the Times - Why a healthy immune system starts at the hardware store

Here's a new article I wrote about reducing your chances of getting Swine Flu or any other winter malady.  It's a little more serious than usual, but I still got a couple of jokes in.

ToolGirl in the News Thanks to Journalist Alex Newman

Such a nice article in The Star today.  Thanks to Alex Newman for pulling so many crazy details together and making me sound like I have a coherent plan in life!

Gifts for Handy AND Unhandy People

If you're looking for those wacky yet awesome gifts I brought in to Breakfast Television this morning you'll find 'em online at HomeStars.

See Mag's list at HomeStars

Sugru: Cool New Polymer Fixes and Sticks to Pretty Much Everything

via www.boingboing.net

Okay, this is the mind-blowing plasticoid compound I've been waiting for ever since I busted my first pair of sunglasses in '86.

I'm ordering some Sugru to try.  It looks like it has a pretty short working time, but I'm guessing it could replace duct tape as the adhesive device of choice for the modern handyperson.