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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.

Shovels and Spades: What's the Difference

By Jeff Kocan

In prepping for this post, I did a little informal research and asked some friends and neighbors if they knew the difference between a shovel and a spade. Every one of… Read More

Fall Prep for Lawn and Garden in 8 Easy Steps

By Anthony Francis

As the days shorten and cooler weather signals the onset of that first chilling frost, it’s time to harvest the last of your summer veggies, and prepare your garden for a well-earned Winte… Read More

Gardening

How to Have A Successful Raised Garden Bed

By Joy Yagid

You’ve decided to start a vegetable garden and to use raised beds. First, you need to build or buy your beds. They can be made from just about anything. Wood, st… Read More

Woodworking

The Best Tools for Wood Carving

By Garrett Wade

The smell of the wood, the sight of nature’s artistic wood grains, and the feel of the grains against your hand make you feel as though you are in a wood carver… Read More

Gardening

When and How to Prune a Hydrangea

By Garrett Wade

Featuring new bypass Pruner from February/March 2022 catalog. A hydrangea is kind of like a pair of well-made shoes: when cared for properly, it can last forever.… Read More

Gardening

Five Ways to Conserve Water in Your Garden

By Garrett Wade

Looming water shortages in many parts of the country have raised the profile of water conservation efforts of governments and industry but home gardeners also have an im… Read More

Gardening

Ollas: A Sustainable Solution for Modern Irrigation

By Garrett Wade

For over 4 millennia, farmers practicing traditional methods have successfully used clay pots, or ollas, to irrigate crops in drought-prone environments. This ancient… Read More

Maker Spotlights

Maker of the Year Kelsey Watson

By Garrett Wade

Watching Garrett Wade Maker of the Year Kelsey Watson’s youtube channel it is hard to believe that he has achieved such a high level of skill in so little time. The attention to detail,… Read More

How To Repair a Garden Hose

By Garrett Wade

Few things are worse than gearing up for spring gardening and finding that your hose is damaged and leaking. Our Garden Hose Repair Kit quickly and easily connects two… Read More

Gardening

Top 10 Essential Garden Tools For Spring

By Garrett Wade

Now that the ground is thawing and the sun is shining, we wanted to share some of our favorite tools for spring. Bringing the lawn and garden back from winter dormancy… Read More

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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!

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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.