Everything You Need to Make Totally Killer Bread (and Pizza!) at Home
Is baking making? What category of craftsmanship does it really fall into, after all? I think the answers to these questions are, yes, and I don't care. Since I spend way too much of my everyday life...
View ArticleHow I Succumbed to the Soothing Repetition of Routine (and Why I'm Happy...
I used to hate when things were the same. I grew up in a family where everything was always changing. We never ate the same thing twice, we had no hallowed holiday traditions, no yearly vacation spot,...
View ArticlePlay the Long Game: Why You Should Commit Now to Commit Later
Let your big goals be long ones.Don't think: "I want to write a book."Instead think: "I am going to work on a book this year, and next year, and the year after that."It's empowering to shift your...
View ArticleHey Dads: Here's What to do With Your Kids this Weekend
Let's start here: I hope a lot of you don't need to read this. I could be wrong, but I assume that, because you're ManMade readers, you already know what it takes to devote some quality time to your...
View ArticleFive Tequila Cocktails You've Probably Never Tried Before (But You Totally...
Unlike some other spirits, tequila is inextricably linked to one particular cocktail: the margarita. And, to be fair, with good reason. The margarita is a great drink, especially when it's made right,...
View ArticleThis is How You Should Tune Up Your Lawnmower for Spring
Everyone knows the dreaded crankless yank of a neglected lawn-mower cord. You reach down for the handle, brace your legs, and pull the cord with all your might, only to be rewarded with a coughing,...
View ArticleSix Unexpected Things You Should Be Doing With a Blowtorch
This post is in partnership with Bernzomatic.If you haven't depressed the trigger on a blowtorch and heard the momentary hiss of the gas releasing, followed by the low whoosh of the flame catching,...
View ArticleFather's Day Party Blueprint: A Complete Guide to Hosting A Backyard Bash
Father's Day is just a week away, and this year, we're throwing a big, manly bash to honor all the dads in our lives. Today we'll share all our ideas for the party, tomorrow we've got a HUGE giveaway...
View ArticleHow to Throw a Great Father's Day Lawn Party (Everything You Need!)
This year we teamed up with Lowe's to throw an early Father's Day lawn party for our friends and family. Today I'll share the nitty gritty details, all the pretty pictures, and (hopefully) inspire you...
View ArticleThe No Bullshit Way to Bake Your Own Bread
Want to make no knead bread in a Dutch oven? It's not nearly as hard as it sounds. Gluten is my homeboy. I don't care what the fad-diets say (and apologies to those of you who are truly...
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