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Boat Life: How to Unstick Zippers

Published on October 1, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

My old dirty salt encrusted daypack looks new again and ALL the zippers work perfectly!

My old dirty salt encrusted daypack looks new again and ALL the zippers work perfectly!

Galley Design & Choices

Published on September 29, 2014; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for a new (or new-to-you) boat? You use the galley multiple times a day, so think a bit about your preferences.

Looking for a new (or new-to-you) boat? You use the galley multiple times a day, so think a bit about your preferences.

Easier Dinghy Cleaning

Published on September 24, 2014; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Over the years we’ve learned several “tricks” to make cleaning the dinghy a bit easier. Here’s one from when we were living on a small lake!

Non-Slip Rugs for a Boat

Published on September 22, 2014; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t worry about trying to find a rug you like with a rubber non-slip back, or the right size (and expensive) non-slip mat to put under it. A trip to the fabric store will make any rug non-slip!

Boat Window Covers for Sun

Published on September 17, 2014; last updated on March 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Keep the heat out of the boat with reflective hatch covers.

Keep your boat far cooler by putting these boat window covers over the sunniest non-opening windows. Quick and easy DIY project!

No-See-Um Screening for Boats

Published on September 15, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bothered by no-see-ums? No-see-um screens will help (although they'll cut down on ventilation). Here's where to get the material.

Bothered by no-see-ums? No-see-um screens will help (although they’ll cut down on ventilation). Here’s where to get the material.

Cork Board Cover Up

Published on September 13, 2014; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A great way to cover up an ugly wall -- that doesn't require a master carpenter!

A great way to cover up an ugly wall — that doesn’t require a master carpenter!

Space-Saving Spice Storage for Your Boat

Published on September 10, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

By removing spices from their bottles, you can get far more into the same space. Here's a system for nicely organizing them.

By removing spices from their bottles, you can get far more into the same space. Here’s a system for nicely organizing them.

Hat Light

Published on September 8, 2014; last updated on October 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a hands-free light but just haven’t found a headlamp that you like? Here’s what we use and it works great!

The Marina Book Swap

Published on September 5, 2014; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Book swaps are great to pick up a bunch of new-to-you books. A couple of tips so you don’t pick up a bunch of bugs at the same time!

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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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