Alley Picked - Making Cool Stuff From Junk

In this video, I review the Wild Badger 26cc gas engine string trimmer against the Husqvarna 128LD. WILD BADGER POWER 26cc: Link bit.ly/3Np10ww Husqvarna compared product: Husqvarna 128LD 28cc engine https://www.amazon.com/Husqvarna-Straight-Shaft-String-Trimmer/dp/B004Q0HUYO

#shorts #shortvideo #shortsvideo #shortsfeed Get a very smooth wood finish after you apply polyurethane or lacquer on your wood. The secret? Use a Magic Eraser!

I upcycled an old beat up telephone I picked up at the flea market for $25. It's now a unique charging station. Alley Picked Merchandise: https://simpletoncreation.com/ Battery Charger I used: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XJXY25H?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

#shortsvideo #shorts I challenged myself to learn welding and make my own hairpin legs for a wood working upcycling project.

#shorts #shortvideo #shortsvideo Classic Skittles Game made from old drawers Full Video here: https://youtu.be/OQGQLlYF7Vo

#short #shortvideo How do you make beeswax from bees? Watch and find out. Full length video with more details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp47J9rne08 Music by Pretty the wolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp47J9rne08

#shortvideo #shortsvideo I made a boomerang out of a piece of plywood and it actually came back to me.

#shortvideo #shorts Incredible time lapse watching a caterpillar change from a caterpillar to a Chrysalis and then from a chrysalis to a butterfly, then fill its wings.

These are all projects that some of my viewers have created. Some amazing benches, tables, decorations, and other useful items on display in this video. Thank you to Courtney, Steve, David M., Thomas P., Bruce, Michael M.,Tom R., Matt P., Matthew M., Christopher, and Mindy.

#shorts I have a smart bulb that tells jokes.

#shorts A tribute to my tools. Here's what happens when my friends band collides with my youtube channel. Music by "Pretty the Wolf" https://youtu.be/Jp47J9rne08

#shorts How did the wood paddle get through the hole in the canoe? Cool and easy trick you can make for yourself.

#shorts In this video, I test whether spray can "paint & primer" mix is better than primer first followed by paint. The results are surprising.

For painting new metal such as stainless steel, is it better to scuff up the surface of leave it alone? Is a chemical surface prep such as Kleanstrip or Ospho helpful? Do you need to use a clean metal primer? In this video, I test these ideas.

#shorts Soak a piece of steel wool in vinegar for 2 days or longer and you end up with a unique grey wood stain. Simply Amazing and frugal!

#shorts Here are 8 things you may not know about your tape measure.

#shorts Using a few simple techniques, you can make new wood look older.

#shorts How do you balance 15 nails on a pencil eraser. Learn the secret to this most unusual trick.

#shorts Vinegar removes rust. Watch this timelapse as you see rust fall off of my drill bits.

I asked AI's Chat GPT for a an upcycling video idea. This is what it came up with. A trendy tote bad from an old T-shirt.

#shorts Small ants eat a cookie in this short time lapse video.

In this video, I take an old 10 Gallon beat up milk can and give it a full restoration and even add a cool eagle sticker/decal. Shop for Alleypicked Merchandise at www.simpletoncreation.com

#shorts I plan to make a video featuring your projects. Here are some guidelines: 1. Send one or more pictures of something YOU made. Upcycled projects are more likely to be added to my video. 2. It's optional for you to be in the picture. 3. Let me know if you want your name added. First, Last, or both. 4. If you have a social medial link, you can send that, I will try to include but no guarantees. 5. Send the pictures to alleypicked@gmail.com

#shorts Dap makes a stainable wood filler. You can use this water based product to match stain or make stain any color.

In this video I look at the Ortur Laser Master 3 engraving machine. This will help you determine important features you might want in deciding which laser engraver is right for you.