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Jetboating
Recently we went jet boating with my 80 year old grandfather who had just purchased himself a new jet-boat for his 80th birthday. (His old one had been stolen a...
How to Write Straight
Ever wondered why teachers write with one hand behind their back? We were pretty stoked when we realised that it helps to keep your writing straight when using our...
Tomato Growing Tips
Last year my Dad gave me 6 tomato plants for Xmas and we planted them on Boxing Day. This is my first crop but it's been pretty fun. A good...
Skipping Rope
We have applied our design philosophy to another object, the skipping rope:
"Simple and functional design made with quality materials that will wear in over time".
Pulley Maid Drying Rack
Ceiling hanging drying racks are a great way to dry your clothes without taking up valuable space in your home. They are an efficient and cost-effective way to keep your clothes looking their best, and the George & Willy pulley maid can easily be tucked away when you're not using it.
Helicopters
Every Friday lunchtime at George & Willy, it is someones turn to do show and tell. Last week I (George) did a show and tell about helicopters. My brother Patrick has always had a huge interest in helicopters and after years of listening to him, part of the knowledge and interest has passed on to me.
Twizel Canal Surfing
Earlier this year on our staff trip down South we ventured through Twizel to the fish canals, an area where Sam used to work on a Salmon farm. We were...
Mohaka Rafting
It was Will's birthday last week and him and Jarred were driving to Hawkes Bay to put a floor down in Parlour Projects - Will's girlfriend Sophie's new gallery.
Wooden Longboard
We love making stuff here at George and Willy, it is our passion and it continues well after the working day is done. Many afterwork hours are spent right here in the workshop, creating and bringing to life personal projects we all get excited about.
Door Pulley
Our workshop is a big shed filled with dust with a little office which we try to keep dust out of. Keeping the door closed is a good start, so...