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| A good smoker can cost you nearly a thousand dollars. |
| This DIY version will set you back a heck of a lot less. |
| It’s the brilliant creation of Spike Carlsen, a master carpenter and homesteader with more than 30 year’s experience. And it’s just one of 76 practical, DIY projects Carlsen included in The Backyard Homestead Book of Building Projects. |
| This must-have manual includes detailed plans and instructions for the flowerpot smoker, along with dozens of other creations you can make yourself. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, Carlsen’s project ideas can help you create the self-sufficient lifestyle you’ve always wanted. |
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| Just look at what you’ll be able to build |
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| Top bar beehive (Page 224) |
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| If you’re the kind of person who would rather build than buy, this book will keep you hammering for months. Get it for yourself — or as a gift for your DIY-minded companion. |
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| How to Build Your |
| Flowerpot Smoker |
| What you’ll need: |
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| 12”-16” diameter ceramic pot, along with its tray |
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| 1 eyebolt, 2 washers, 2 nuts |
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| 2-4 pieces of 2”-thick brick or patio block |
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| Instructions: Drill a hole in the bottom of the flower pot. String the plug of the hot plate through the hole. Use the eyebolt, washers, nuts, and dowel to make a handle. Place the pot on top of some sand. Add wood chips to the pot, and insert the grate. Use the tray as the lid — and get smokin’! |
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