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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.

Maker Spotlights

Vintage Knives

By Garrett Wade

From Thiers To You: Rescuing Vintage French Knives Several… Read More

Maker Spotlights

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

Maker Spotlights

Meet the Maker: Shallow Creek Woodcraft

By Ashley Pieper @shallowcreekwoodcraft

Hello, I’m Ashley, the artist behind Shallow Creek Woodcraft. I am based in York County, Pennsylvania. I began growing an interest as a new wife and… Read More

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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

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Craig’s New England Apple Bread

By Craig Winer

Ingredients: ½ cup salted butter 1 cup maple syrup 2 large farm-fresh eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup oat or w… Read More

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Bailey Van Tassel - How To Make Homemade Ravioli

By Bailey Van Tassel

These ravioli trays are so convenient and the perfect size! They're quite simple to use, just spray a little cooking oil on them, lay your pasta sheets on top, fill them, an… Read More

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Ain't That a Stitch: Denyse Schmidt Quilts

By Jacquetta Szathmari

Portrait of Denyse Schmidt - photographed by Gale ZuckerDenyse Schmidt is a quilter, designer, entrepreneur, and educator whose work has been featured in leading craft and shelter publications such as… Read More

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Crafting Diversity: Maker Annie Evelyn

By Jacquetta Szathmari

Annie Evelyn is a furniture designer, arts educator, activist, and Deputy Director of Crafting the Future. Her work has been featured in leading international and domestic craft publications Pasa… Read More

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How to Make a Map Shadowbox

By Abigail McMurray

Have you ever noticed how places are always an important part of the story? Whether the story is a fairy tale, a fable, or what happened Tuesday afternoon, there's always a setting. Over time, you col… Read More

Talking Woodworking with Jake Hogue

By Evan Kanarakis

Jacob Hogue is the founder of Oak City Woodshop, a custom woodworking company specializing in both residential and commercial work, based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Interestingly enough, Jacob’s d… Read More

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.