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Where Is All This Dirt Coming From?

Published on March 24, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why does it seem that the boat is never really clean? As soon as I finish vacuuming, I see more dust and dirt!

Why does it seem that the boat is never really clean? As soon as I finish vacuuming, I see more dust and dirt!

Taming the Cord Jungle

Published on March 10, 2015; last updated on January 1, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Technology is wonderful . . . until you try to find the cord you need. Then it”s just a bowl of spaghetti. Reader Jane Head has a great — easy and inexpensive — solution that really works.

Easy Eyeglass Storage

Published on March 1, 2015; last updated on June 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Eyeglass storage you can make in about 10 minutes -- keep your sunglasses right by the companionway!

Eyeglass storage you can make in about 10 minutes — keep your sunglasses right by the companionway!

Dish Scraping 2.0

Published on February 28, 2015; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you use a Ziploc bag to store your food scraps and scrape plates into, this little device is like having someone to hold the bag open for you!

If you use a Ziploc bag to store your food scraps and scrape plates into, this little device is like having someone to hold the bag open for you!

Getting Gunk Out of Boat Drains

Published on January 31, 2015; last updated on January 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Clogged drains are never any fun . . . but when there are tiny drain openings? Really frustrating. Here's how to clear the gunk.

Clogged drains are never any fun . . . but when there are tiny drain openings? Really frustrating. Here’s how to clear the gunk.

Having Enough Power on a Boat

Published on January 20, 2015; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Our four-step approach to power on our boat means that we have electricity for everything we want.

Turkish Evil Eyes

Published on November 23, 2014; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

The story behind the three Turkish Evil Eyes on Barefoot Gal. We want to keep that bad juju away!

Easier Boat Bathroom Cleaning

Published on October 18, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hate cleaning around the toilet and cutting your hands on the hose clamps? A DIY sewing project solves the problem!

How to Organize Owners Manuals on a Boat

Published on October 17, 2014; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Being able to quickly find the owner’s manual you need: priceless! Except that my budget wasn’t unlimited.

Making Space in the Galley

Published on October 8, 2014; last updated on September 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Choosing your cooking tools with an eye to what you really need . . .

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