How to remove that out-of-date bumper sticker

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Power tool cool

I'm a firm believer that modern gals should be able to handle the basic kind of home repair and maintenance jobs that are often labeled as a man's work by our society. All you need is a brain and access to the right tools and equipment and a little bit of confidence, and all of those things are accessible.

You can find the knowledge you need for most any project in home-repair books at the library or the local hardware store. You can find plenty of stuff online too, and BeJane.com is my new favorite place. It's got instructions and tips for tons of projects, listing exactly what tools and supplies you need and giving step-by-step instructions and videos to help. There are forums to post your questions, features on modern gals who have tackled all kinds of projects and newsletters all with a Rosie the Riveter can-do attitude.

Don't have a stash of power tools? I think every woman should have the basics like a simple tool kit and an electric drill. But did you know that many Home Depot stores rent just about every tool under the sun? (I'm not sure about Lowe's) I've used this service before and never run into a problem with it.

Do you have any suggestions of modern gal-friendly sites for home maintenance and repair?

(Cheers to Skirt Magazine)

The Home Depot's modern gal-friendly workshops

One of the things I love best about being a modern gal is that it's OK to love to play with tools. I'm a big fan of DIY on small home projects and big home projects if you have the know-how.

One of The Modern Gal's favorite stores, The Home Depot, hosts a number of interactive online workshops that teach you new skills and give you a chance to ask an expert some questions. I just got notice today about HD's Smarter, Warmer, Eco-Friendly Bathroom, which they advertise as a "Free Do It Herself Workshop."

I'm signing up. Are you?