Posts tagged: emergency
Emergency Craft: Camping Lantern
By simplyfunstuffWe broke our camping lantern on the way to the campground this summer (don't ask), but this did not stop a crafty bunch like us from having light at our campsite. Check out the makeshift lantern we put together with a seriously powerful flashlight, a roll and a half of paper towels, 3 wooden skewers, a paper plate, and some aluminum foil. No, we did not make contact with extraterrestrials, but we did have plenty of light at our campsite!
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How to Turn an Altoids Tin into a Travel Candle
By DIY Maven
Kate at Design Sponge was inspired by an earthquake and an Altoids tin and came up with this ingenious Altoid Tin Travel Candle. To make one of your own, you'll need....
How-To Begin Cleanup After a Hurricane
By ModHomeEcTeacher
AP Photo Eric Gay
Searching for some unrelated information from a certain DIY expert, I found a wonderful comprehensive list of helpful hints to consider after a hurricane has hit. Assessing the damage to your home may help you regain a feeling of control after such a disaster and it will give you enough information to get you started on the road back to normalcy. If you know anyone who has been hit by Hurricane Ike, or routinely experiences » READ MORE
How To Be Prepared in a Blackout (or other emergency).
By ChrisjobFortunately, the Cold War is over. But unfortunately, there's no more swinging bachelor pad-ish bomb shelters floating about the suburbs.
Still, emergencies can happen, especially if you live in geographic area with a higher risk of natural disasters. Keeping a few items on hand will put you in the best place in case a blackout occurs.
Matches. Get a whole box, and keep them dry. Keeping a couple candles nearby is always advisable. If you have a » READ MORE
