Maker & daily blogger
Chaos — sharing my daily shop builds and the tools behind them
Hey, I’m Chaso—the hands (and occasional glue-covered fingers) behind Inside My Shop. Every day I publish one new creation I actually made and used, with a clear materials list, step-by-step notes, and the exact tools and supplies I reached for in the shop.
This blog also helps me fund more making: some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you buy—at no extra cost to you. I only link what I’d recommend to a friend, and I’ll call out when something didn’t work so you can skip the frustration (and save your money).
Tools & Shop Setup
I break down the tools I actually reach for—hand tools, power tools, jigs, and storage—plus how I set them up for small-space, real-life making. Expect what worked, what didn’t, and the exact gear list with affiliate links so you can replicate (or upgrade) the setup fast.
Materials & Techniques
Every chaos creation starts with choices: wood species, adhesives, finishes, fabrics, hardware, and more. I share the process step by step, including measurements, mistakes, and shortcuts, so you can learn the technique—not just copy the final photo.
Daily Builds & Inspiration
This is the heartbeat of Inside My Shop: the everyday projects I make and use around the house. From quick fixes to weekend builds, each post shows the finished piece, the why behind it, and a simple path to try your own version.
ABOUT THE BLOG
Daily builds, real materials, and the tools I actually use so you can make your next project with less guesswork and better results.
Inside My Shop started as a simple habit: make something every day, jot down what worked (and what didn’t), then share it with other makers. Over time, those notes turned into chaos: creations, small builds, fixes, and experiments from my workbench and around the house.
This blog exists to document the process, not just the pretty finished photo. Each post breaks down the materials, steps, and tool choices, with practical tips you can copy and shortcuts you should avoid. If I link to a tool or supply, its because it earned its spot in my shop and I can explain why.
InsideMyShop is independently run, and many posts include affiliate links that help support the time and cost of daily making. That never changes what I build or what I recommend; if something is mediocre, I’ll say so. The goal is a shop journal you can trust, with links that are genuinely useful.
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