Got a minute to try something new?

For those of you who are going a bit stir crazy, there is an overwhelming wealth of tutorials and DIY resources online. Here’s what the Smartypants crew has been up to.

EASY TO LOVE, DIFFICULT TO DISCIPLINE

“After several weeks in quarantine with a four-year-old, this how-to book has moved to the top of my queue.”

- Josh, Smartypants Founding Director

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HOW TO SHAVE YOUR HEAD INTO A COOL BUZZ CUT AT HOME

“I am gearing up to shave the sides of my wife's head this weekend! We bought the Wahl Cordless Peanut Trimmer, the quarantine has really triggered my sweets cravings and every time I see the word "peanut" I want to make peanut butter cookies. So this trimmer may be problematic.”

- Suzanne, Smartypants Producer/Director

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HOW TO TIE DYE WITH THINGS YOU ALREADY HAVE IN THE HOUSE

“I haven’t yet made the decision to sacrifice some of my clothing and precious bleach to try this, but it’s extremely tempting. I think I’m one production accounting webinar away from taking the plunge (just kidding, I actually love webinars).”

- Anna, Smartypants Head of Production

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HOW TO CAULK LIKE A PRO

“Since you’re spending so much time inside right now, might as well make it look great! It only takes $15 in supplies and some elbow grease.”

- Jeremy, Smartypants Executive Producer

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WAY OUT WEST BLOW-IN BLOG

"I'm secretly addicted to these how-to videos from a small farm in Ireland."

- Eric, Smartypants Head of Development

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THE PERFECT BUTTERCREAM RECIPE

“I’m hoping these videos will hold me over until they make another season of Great British Bake Off.”

- Laura, Smartypants Executive Assistant

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NEWS IN SLOW SPANISH

“I took up Spanish again to get my brain working in a different way and to be able to converse with my Spanish speaking friends.”

- Jody, Smartypants Executive Producer

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Socially distanced, but together in spirit