Handy Farm Devices, 2nd: And How to Make ThemRowman & Littlefield, 17/07/2008 - 288 páginas Those who want to reduce their carbon footprint might do well to consult this century-old guide to low-tech property maintenance. Step-by-step instructions include how to build a lightweight ladder, a small truss bridge, a stump puller, gates that don’t sag and can lift over snowdrifts, a wood splitter, and bicycle-powered machines. For anyone who lives a self-sufficient country life—or for those who wish to—this classic guide from the annals of American history remains current and very practical. |
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... stone boat ; a portable chicken coop ; a light- weight orchard ladder ; a small truss bridge ; an easy fence - post and stump - puller ; gates that don't sag ; gates that lift over snowdrifts ; and — the handiest farm device I've ever ...
... stone boat ; a portable chicken coop ; a light- weight orchard ladder ; a small truss bridge ; an easy fence - post and stump - puller ; gates that don't sag ; gates that lift over snowdrifts ; and — the handiest farm device I've ever ...
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... stone every few minutes until the glaze is worn off and the stone will cut like a new one . This condition is caused by ex- posing the stone to the weather . It is best to keep the stone in a shed under cover , but if this is not ...
... stone every few minutes until the glaze is worn off and the stone will cut like a new one . This condition is caused by ex- posing the stone to the weather . It is best to keep the stone in a shed under cover , but if this is not ...
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... stone needs to be cut down and toned up . This can be done by grinding against the end of a piece of pipe , having the stone dry . Good nature is as contagious as the measles . Put on your best smile when you get up in the morning and ...
... stone needs to be cut down and toned up . This can be done by grinding against the end of a piece of pipe , having the stone dry . Good nature is as contagious as the measles . Put on your best smile when you get up in the morning and ...
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... stones . Before the curd is placed in the hoop , line it with cheesecloth , one piece the size of the bottom and another around the side . Turn the upper edge of the cloth over the edge of the hoop and fasten it tight . When the curd is ...
... stones . Before the curd is placed in the hoop , line it with cheesecloth , one piece the size of the bottom and another around the side . Turn the upper edge of the cloth over the edge of the hoop and fasten it tight . When the curd is ...
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Barns and Stock | 83 |
Poultry and Bees | 116 |
Garden and Orchard | 131 |
Field and Wood | 154 |
Gates and Doors | 174 |
When We Build | 189 |
Worth Knowing | 233 |
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