Deal hunters rejoice as the start of the much anticipated Black Friday sale has already begun. This early, a number of businesses have already opened their stores, physical or otherwise, to those who are looking to catch a good deal. Even people living off the grid would be delighted to know about the amazing Black Friday homestead deals these stores are offering.
Unlike most shoppers who are after the latest iPhone or gaming laptop, homesteaders would probably have their eyes on the discounted tools and other items they could use in their homestead. Below is a list of some of the exciting Black Friday homestead deals, you should be taking a look at.
Hand Tools
Every homesteader should have a collection of hand tools. You’ll be using them a lot for building, repairs, and other tasks.
If you’re just starting out with your woodworking venture, you should know that you’ll need more clamps than you think. It’s a good thing that Black Friday homestead deals such as this are offering such clamps for a lot less than its regular price. In fact, the 10-inch Wooden Handscrew Clamp from Rockler is now available for only $8.49, down from $19.99. There are more wooden handscrew clamps in other sizes, though they’re not included in Rockler’s Pre-Black Friday Sale.
You’ll need specific clamps if you’re building cabinets. The Clamp-It Corner Clamping Jig, among Rockler’s Black Friday homestead deals, will make it easier for you to make cabinets. The clamp, which now sells for $19.99 is originally priced $29.99. It will certainly make things easier when dealing with cabinets and other such projects.
This 3-Piece Carbide Turning Tool Set from Rockler will be a nice addition to your collection. And since its selling for less during the company’s Pre-Black Friday Sale, it’s definitely a good buy. The set is worth $219.99 but is currently available for only $179.99.
The set includes a diamond carbide mini turning tool for parting and tight profiles, a square carbide mini turning tool for flat and convex areas, and a round carbide mini turning tool for general turning jobs. All three comes in a rubber handles that are comfortable to hold.
Power Tools and Equipment
Many of you are probably drooling at the thought of the many Black Friday homestead deals particularly on the power tools you always dreamed of having. On regular days, such tools for the homestead may cost a bit too much but this week, many of these expensive equipment and tools are available for cheap.
It’s not every day that you chance upon an affordable bench grinder. Fortunately, Rockler’s Pre-Black Friday Sale allows you to get your hands on a bench grinder from Rikon for just a shade under $100, from its original price of almost $140. This bench grinder is great for sharpening tools such as chisels drill bits and knives since it spins at just the right speed. This means there’s no risk of your tools getting damaged while being sharpened. You can also use it for light grinding tasks and even for removing paint and rust. The Rikon Slow-Speed bench grinder comes with spark arrestors, eye shields, tool rests, a diamond wheel dresser, and a cast iron base with rubber feet.
The Basic Router Table Kit from Rockler, for example, is currently selling for much less on its Pre-Black Friday Sale. The router table is now only $189.99, down $100 from its original price. The full-size router table kit stands 3 feet high and comes with a number of features. The kit includes a router table top, a phenolic mounting plate, bit guard, starting pin, 32-inch table fence with aluminum backer, and a lightweight steel stand. It can accommodate different kinds of routers including the Makita 1100, DeWalt 616-618, and Bosch 1617-1618 among others.
Accessories
You probably own a drill already so it would make sense to spend under $15 (down from $20) for a set of seven brad point drill bits. These drill bits are made of steel alloy and their tips are durable enough to withstand heat as well as wear and tear. Plus, they won’t break easy thanks to their soft, torque-absorbing shanks.
Sewing Machines
In homesteading, you make your own stuff. This includes clothes and other things that require your sewing skills. Ideally, you’d be slaving with a needle and some thread or you can use an old-fashioned sewing machine, the one which requires some deft footwork. Fortunately, there are Black Friday homestead deals for different sewing machines.
For newbies just starting with their sewing and stitching adventure, you can go for a simpler and much cheaper sewing machine. SewingMachinePlus is currently offering the Singer Simple 3223G Sewing Machine for $50 less its original price of $199. This sewing machine is exactly what you need if you’re looking for something to use for repairs, sewing projects, and creating home decor. You can easily choose from 23 customizable stitches using the Stitch Selector Dial.
If you prefer something more old school, they also have the Singer 8768 Heritage Electronic Sewing Machine. As it names implies, it is inspired by the classic look of Singer’s iconic sewing machines. With this, you can wax nostalgic as you finish your sewing projects with ease. Aside from its gorgeous design, the Heritage boasts of the SwiftSmart Threading System, which makes use of an automatic needle threader. Among its other impressive features are the Drop and Sew Bobbin System, OneTouch Stitch Selection, and Presser Foot Sensor. The Singer Heritage also has 24 built-in stitches and 3 StayBright LED lights which makes it easier to see your work. It also informs you if a stitch has changed via the Quick View Stitch Setting. The best part? SewingMachinePlus slashed $50 off its original price of $399 as part of its Black Friday deals.
Veteran sewers may want to take up embroidering, as well. In fact, you’re likely already doing some embroidering by now, which is a good reason why you should get a new embroidery machine. Such piece of equipment is a bit on the expensive side but this year’s Black Friday homestead deals will let you get your hands on one.
In fact, SewingMachinePlus has a package made up- of a Brother PE-770 Embroidery Machine along with a Madeira Embroidery Stabilizer, thread kits, and a refurbished laptop. All these are available during this Black Friday Sale for only $1,099. It costs a whopping $2,499 on regular days.
Check out The Gentleman Pirate for other homesteader tools you may want to get your hands on. Then see if they are available for a much cheaper price among Black Friday homestead deals. If you want to learn more about embroidering and sewing, in general, check out Linda’s Embroidery Designs. You can get access to over 15,000 designs all of which you can easily make with the help of your own embroidery machine.
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