I love this time of year when the Darwin awards come out, ok I missed it by a month, but what the wossname. If you are not aware of them, the awards are in their words “A Chronicle of Enterprising Demises Honoring those who improve the species…by accidentally removing themselves from it! ” Anyway this… Continue reading 2008 Darwin Award Nominee – bloke in his shed
Shed News
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Can you help Salvager Rico Daniels out?
My shed mate Rico (who you may know as the Salvager off the telly) has asked me you the sheddies for help, you can either leave comments or email me and I will pass the details onto Rico. Hi Guys, I have finally gotten involved with writing the book that so many people have been… Continue reading Can you help Salvager Rico Daniels out?
DIY NEWS
Anyone who’s keen on DIY or keen to get into DIY in the New Year needs a good do-it-yourself manual and the B&Q You Can Do It Book is just the thing. With projects for novices and more experienced home improvers alike, it will make a great Christmas gift, especially if you’re trying to give… Continue reading DIY NEWS
Snoop Dogg to sell Garden Shed
I did not know he had a shed, but maybe he should share it on readersheds.co.uk before it sells! Rap superstar SNOOP DOGG is hoping to raise money for charity by putting his garden shed up for sale. The Drop it Like it’s Hot hitmaker is selling the treasured outbuilding, where he has written many… Continue reading Snoop Dogg to sell Garden Shed
Hallelujah! The Xfactor is over
The past “X(factor)” number of weeks I have been hiding in the garden shed on a Saturday night, while Mrs Uncle Wilco watches that ITV show that fills Simon Cowell’s already full high trouser pockets with more cash. Mrs Uncle Wilco voted for Alexandra Burke, who won in the end, she can sing Iam told.… Continue reading Hallelujah! The Xfactor is over
Shed of the Year 2009 – Judge Announcement – The beeny
We are very please to announce that sheddies favourite Sarah Beeny has agreed to be a judge for next summers Shed of the year competition, which of course is held during Shed Week (Starting 6th July 2009 for nearly a whole week) Sarah is famous here in the UK for her skills as a property… Continue reading Shed of the Year 2009 – Judge Announcement – The beeny
The best radio station in Alderney run from a shed
After the announcement of a big name Radio personality here on shedblog yesterday, today we are going back to the roots of radio, Alderney radio station Quay FM run from a garden shed. Quay FM serves the Channel Island of Alderney with a local radio service of popular music, news, weather, sea conditions, competitions, island… Continue reading The best radio station in Alderney run from a shed
DIY NEWS
If you’re looking for a stocking filler for a DIYer, consider 9 in 1 Multi Tool from Lakeland kitchenware. Made from stainless steel, this pocket-sized set contains several basic tools in one – a claw hammer, metal pick, knife, bottle opener, tile saw, flathead screwdriver, penknife, Philips screwdriver and pliers. The Multi Tool is perfect… Continue reading DIY NEWS
And when Bagpuss was asleep – Oliver Postgate RIP
The sad news today that Oliver Postgate shedbased animating genius has passed away. Bagpuss creator Oliver Postgate has died aged 83, his family has confirmed. Mr Postgate, who lived in Kent, created some of the best-loved children’s TV series including Ivor the Engine, the Clangers and Noggin the Nog. His work, screened on the BBC… Continue reading And when Bagpuss was asleep – Oliver Postgate RIP
Shed of the year 2009 : Judge Announcement – Chris Evans
DJ Chris Evans of BBC Radio 2 (to name one thing) and friend of readersheds (since I have been on his radio show twice in the past promoting shed week and Shed of the year) has agreed to be a judge in next years Shed of the Year competition, of course Chris may hope a… Continue reading Shed of the year 2009 : Judge Announcement – Chris Evans