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Make the most of your tools and talents: articles, profiles, how-to guides, and more from the staff of Garrett Wade.

How it's Made: Netherton Factory Spun Iron

By Garrett Wade

A Visit to Netherton Foundry We recently partnered with the Netherton Foundry to produce a select assortment of cookware exclusively for… Read More

Meet the Maker: H. Gerstner & Sons

By Kim Campbell Brown

We’ve always taken great pride in working with small manufacturers and individual makers—true craftspeople whose devotion to their trade is evident in the… Read More

Meet the Maker: USA-Made Gardening Shovels

By Garrett Wade

We’ve always taken great pride in working with small manufacturers and individual makers—true craftspeople whose devotion to their trade is evident in the… Read More

Choosing the Best Pruning Shears for You

By Garrett Wade

To begin with the obvious, the pruner’s sole job is to cut plants in your yard, garden or farm. It’s far superior to a knife, and much better than snapping… Read More

Gardening

Stress-Free Weeding | 5 Tips to Make Weeding Easier

By Garrett Wade

5 Tips to Make Weeding Easier The right tools make all the difference when it comes to stress-free weeding. With gardening comes a lot of… Read More

Hugelkultur: Something to Think About for Fall

By Joy Yagid

Hügelkultur. If you don’t speak German, it’s pronounced ‘hoogle-culture’. What it means is “hill culture” or “mound bed&… Read More

Gardening

Growing Your Own Salsa Garden

By Tara Austen Weaver

A few years back I decided to grow Thanksgiving dinner for my family (minus the turkey). It was satisfying and delicious, but a little ridiculous to spend an entire garden season focused o… Read More

Leather Permitting: Your First Leathercraft Project

By Garrett Wade

With limited workspace and a few leathercraft tools you can teach yourself the skills to create and complete your first leatherwork project. The most basic projects re… Read More

Woodworking

How to Install a Kitchen Shelf

By Emilie Rigby

Like many, I am spending much more time at home this year. I live in a small cabin with a quaint (read: tiny) kitchen where counter space is prime real estate. Eventually, all my walls will… Read More

Woodworking Trends from Emilee Rigby

By Emilee Rigby

2022 Woodworking Trends: Eco-Conscious Material Sourcing One of the most exciting woodworking trends of 2022 is a shift towards eco-consc… Read More

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A Blog About Gardening, Cooking, Design & More

A thriving home garden can adds to your life in so many ways: beautifying your surroundings, providing fresh, trustworthy food for your family, even potentially raising the value of your property. Our blog has plenty of articles and tips to get the most out of your gardening time and tools, from soil prep to planting to harvesting—and then we’ll help you make the most of your bounty, whether you’re preparing fresh salsa or arranging freshly cut flowers. From DIY repairs to the garden, explore our blog and learn with us!

A Blog About Woodworking, Repairs, and DIY Everything

If any one thing defines a Garrett Wade customer, it’s the do-it-yourself spirit. We provide the tools to make or repair just about anything you can think of, and our blog is an invaluable resource when it comes to woodworking, home improvement, crafting, and so much more. Need a new tool but don’t know which version to get? We break down the differences. Want to get the most out of a new tool? We’ve got step-by-step tutorials to help you perfect your technique. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, we’re sure you’ll learn something new here.

About Garrett Wade

Garrett Wade has been making, sourcing, and selling top-quality tools and more since 1975. Our customers are passionate about woodworking, gardening, cooking and baking, home improvement, and the DIY ethos of making and fixing—and so are we. With a dedication to small, family-run businesses and an eye for craftsmanship and quality, we take tremendous pride in connecting makers with the best possible tools for the job at hand. We stand by everything we sell, and everything we carry is backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee.