And Duchamp said, let ReadyMade build a handy online archive, and it was so. Every relic in ReadyMade's past, from literal lawn furniture (Sprout a Couch, Issue 6) to killer closet conversions (Closet Case, Issue 25), is now available online—sprung from the vault, dusted off, and uploaded here to fulfill your DIY desires. (And it is good.)
Skill Levels:
- Monkey (true beginner)
- Cro-Magnon
- Drudge
- Craftsman
Clock Levels:
- 5 minutes = > one hour
- 15 minutes = 1-3 hours
- 30 minutes = 3-6 hours
- 45 minutes = one day
- full clock = 1-3 days.
Each project includes a handy reference card displaying the required time, cost, skill level, ingredients, and tools. Completion times range from one hour to two days depending on how many minutes have elapsed on the stopwatch. Our evolutionary skill chart rates project difficulty from Monkey (opposable thumbs required) to Craftsman (uses terms like "graupel").
All do-it-yourself activities involve risk. Skills, materials, tools, and site conditions vary widely. Although the editors have made every effort to ensure accuracy, the reader remains responsible for the selection and use of tools and methods. Obey local codes and laws, follow manufacturers' operating instructions, and observe safety precautions.
Be careful out there.
