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Saving Paint Rollers & Brushes

Published on December 6, 2014; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The worst part of painting is cleaning up at the end of the day. You just want to be done with it! Here's a quick tip to make it go MUCH faster.

The worst part of painting is cleaning up at the end of the day. You just want to be done with it! Here’s a quick tip to make it go MUCH faster.

Easy Way to Add a Little Heat on a Boat

Published on November 29, 2014; last updated on January 13, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Oh, I wish I'd known about this -- and had one -- BEFORE the first cold snap! Such a great addition to the boat.

Oh, I wish I’d known about this — and had one — BEFORE the first cold snap! Such a great addition to the boat.

Turkish Evil Eyes

Published on November 23, 2014; last updated on January 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

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

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

Rejuvenate Boat Windows Easily

Published on November 22, 2014; last updated on April 24, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to quickly and easily rejuvenate boat windows without sanding them. An 80% improvement for 20% of the effort. Easy afternoon DIY project.

Maintaining Gaskets and Weatherstripping on Boat Hatches

Published on November 17, 2014; last updated on January 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A few minutes of maintenance can save a much bigger -- and more expensive -- repair.

A few minutes of maintenance can save a much bigger — and more expensive — repair.

How to Stow Provisions on a Boat: Weight Distribution

Published on November 16, 2014; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Figuring out where to stow provisions is tough, but some things become clear when you start thinking about the weight distribution too.

How to Get Rid of Spiders on Boats

Published on November 8, 2014; last updated on January 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to get rid of spiders on a boat with no toxic chemicals and no need to be off the boat. Easy DIY solution that’s also safe for kids and pets.

When You Need an Extra Hand on a Boat Project

Published on November 5, 2014; last updated on January 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you do when you’re asked to hand tools, parts or hold a light just every so often? I mean, you’re working on something, too!

Making Boat Tank Water Taste Good

Published on November 3, 2014; last updated on August 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

We needed a way to quickly have good tasting water without having to go buy it. The PUR dispenser doesn't just make good water, it's great!

We needed a way to quickly have good tasting water without having to go buy it. The PUR dispenser doesn’t just make good water, it’s great!

Don’t Forget the Shower When Deciding on a Boatyard

Published on October 31, 2014; last updated on January 24, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yeah, the shower room IS one of the things we check out when evaluating different boat yards.

Yeah, the shower room IS one of the things we check out when evaluating different boat yards.

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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