DIY – TC Helicon Switch-6 – Test circuit build – Function test completed

Here is a test circuit that I built to mimic the functions of a "TC Helicon Switch-6" accessory pedal, used for TC HELICON vocal/guitar processors, compatible with Voicelive 3, Voicelive 3 Extreme, Voicelive Touch 2, Play Acoustic, Play Electric, and Perform-V. This test circuit has only been function tested on the Play Acoustic pedal that … Continue reading DIY – TC Helicon Switch-6 – Test circuit build – Function test completed →

DIY – TC Helicon Switch 3 for Play Acoustic – circuit build – function test

I made a test circuit prior to building a DIY pedal to activate functions in a "TC Helicon Play Acoustic" acoustic guitar effects and vocal harmonizer pedal that I own. The circuit includes 3 momentary contact, normally open tactile switches, an L3WEGW LED (light emitting diode), some wire, and a Switchcraft TRS (tip, ring, sleeve) … Continue reading DIY – TC Helicon Switch 3 for Play Acoustic – circuit build – function test →

DIY Thread management – Feeding your machine

I appreciate being able to save money by buying large cones of the threads that I use the most, and have devised a simple way to transfer the thread from the cones to my sewing machine.

Cutting tools for field, forest, survival, and defense.

Here I show some of the hand tools that I use, and give an idea of their primary purpose, and my philosophy of use. Field and forest. Many consider the axe to be the predominate hand tool for working in wooded areas. It certainly out performs smaller tools that can accomplish the same task, but … Continue reading Cutting tools for field, forest, survival, and defense. →

DIY Backpack Project Update/Progress – Pack Harness

I've made some progress on the pack project, as I have been working on the design of a versatile pack harness. I try to incorporate versatility in most of the gear that I make or acquire. To me, versatility means that I can carry less gear, to perform more tasks. Here you see the cut … Continue reading DIY Backpack Project Update/Progress – Pack Harness →

How to make a water bottle pouch – DIY

Cut materials to required size. Pin components in place and sew. Make sure it opens - and closes. You're done.

DIY Backpack project with some recycling

Last week I started a backpack sewing project. I chose one of the old frames that I have as a candidate to receive a new pack. It is a medium "Summit - Camp Trails" frame, and has a sticker that says "25 Year Guarantee". The welded aluminum frame is in great structural condition, and has … Continue reading DIY Backpack project with some recycling →

Duffel/Backpack DIY Project

Here is a project that I am working on. A duffel style backpack for Sheila's car, a hatchback SUV. Constructed of 1000 denier Cordura nylon, 500 denier Cordura nylon attachments, polyester lining, YKK #10 coil compartment zippers, and heavy nylon straps with adjustable side release buckles. Camo pattern is True Timber MC2 - purple with … Continue reading Duffel/Backpack DIY Project →

Sew Relaxing

As a sewing hobbyist, I find sewing to be very relaxing pastime. As with any hobby, one's mind can become completely enveloped in their task, reducing pressure from one's worries of their world, or the tension of issues in one's day. Listening to music and enjoying one's favorite beverage (coffee for me, please) while sewing, … Continue reading Sew Relaxing →

My Sewing Machine Arsenal

I realized that I had been aesthetically drawn to many of the older Singer models. There's something about a classic design that is appealing to me. It's not like I needed another sewing machine, but I wanted something special, something in classic black, something that was revered universally to be the top of it's class in it's day.