Darbin Orvar

The Cyber Writer—our dedicated, writing-only machine—has been a great addition to my workflow lately. And today I published a new video where I go over all the details about this build: Why make a machine like this? How did I design and build it? What are the components like? What’s the software experience? And most importantly—what’s it like to actually work on?

In addition, I've also made a building plan with all the design .svg and .pdf files if anyone else wanted to build their own plywood computer case

If you've ever struggled to get clean, straight cuts on a book’s edge, you’re not alone. Trimming a book block can be tricky—guillotines aren’t always precise enough, and chisels take a lot of skill to get right. But there’s a tool that solves this problem beautifully: the book plough.

Ever sat down intending to write, only to find yourself sidetracked by emails, news alerts, or endless social media scrolling? In an increasingly connected world, true focus has become rare. Distractions are everywhere, and carving out space to think clearly and write freely has never been more challenging. Meet the Cyber Writer, a minimalist, laser-crafted writing computer designed to help reclaim your attention, keep your creativity flowing, and sharpen your focus.

If your book collection is bursting at the seams, and you’re tired of flimsy store-bought shelves that sag, waste space, or just don’t fit, I’ve got good news: building your own bookcase is easier (and more rewarding) than you think. Watch the video here!

If you’ve ever stared at a sad piece of furniture and thought, “I could fix that,” this project is for you. I’ve put together a step-by-step guide and a YouTube video to walk you through reupholstering with leather, even if you’ve never touched a staple gun.

Tomorrow, I’m sharing a free video tutorial where I transform a worn-out chair using thrifted leather scraps, basic tools, and simple upholstery techniques. No prior experience needed—just a weekend and a staple gun.