In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The top of your stump may not be flat and smooth, but it will need to be in order for you to make your planter. Turn a chainsaw on and then cut off the top 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) as evenly as possible. The chainsaw should cut through the wood quickly and easily.  If you don’t already have a chainsaw and just want to use one for small projects like this one, choose an electric chainsaw over a gas chainsaw. The chainsaw that you use should have a guide bar that’s 2 inches (5.1 cm) longer than the diameter of the stump. Make sure that you wear safety glasses, gloves, safety pants, cut-resistant safety boots, head protection, and hearing protection when you use your chainsaw.  You can expect your chainsaw to cost about $50-$200 USD. After you’ve created a relatively smooth, flat surface, use a pencil to draw a circle onto it as big as you’d like the planter to be. Use a drill and a 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) drill bit to drill a hole along the drawn circle. Then, insert a jigsaw into the hole and follow the line as you saw.  If you don’t already have a jigsaw, get one with an average motor power of around 5 amps or 18V and a maximum speed of about 3,000 SPM.  Go with a jigsaw that has advanced orbital capabilities so that you can make smooth curved cuts.  To avoid injury, wear eye protection and be mindful of where you place your fingers while you’re working. Make sure to take out the battery pack or unplug the cord before you change out blades or reposition the jigsaw.  Jigsaws usually cost $50-$300 USD. Use an axe to break up the wood located inside of the outline you made. Try to chip away at the center of the stump as much you can with the axe, while being careful to keep your aim inside the outline.  Ideally, the planter should be about 6 inches (15 cm) deep. Keep this in mind while you use the axe on the stump. If you don’t already have an axe, consider getting either a small axe or a limbing axe for this project. These typically weigh 1.5-3 pounds (0.7-1.4 kg) and are 20–28 inches (51–71 cm) long. An axe should cost you about $20-$50 USD. To use your axe safely, get a good grip on it and only use it away from others when you have plenty of light to see what you’re doing. Also, stone-sharpen the blade regularly and keep the blade in a sheath when it isn’t being used. Once you’ve broken up and removed a lot of the wood, start using a drill to drill holes in different spots within the circle outline you created. Direct the drill up and down repeatedly until most of the wood within the circle is broken up into small pieces. Once you’re done, put down the drill and scoop out any loose wood inside of the stump.  If you don’t already own a drill, go for a ⅜-inch (0.9 cm) cordless power drill for maximum mobility and versatility.  Power drills typically cost about $50-$200 USD. Wear safety glasses, ear protection, and gloves while using your drill. Unplug the cord or remove the battery when you change out the bit and be careful with where you place your fingers while you work. Look around the inside of the stump for wood that still needs to be removed. Hold your chisel in your non-dominant hand, and rest the end of the chisel on one of those areas. Then, chip it away from the rest of the stump by tapping a hammer, held in your dominant hand, onto the other end of the chisel. Continue doing this until you’ve chipped off all of the wood you want removed.  For this project, you’ll need a nail hammer and a wood chisel. Hammers typically cost between $15-$50 USD and chisels are usually $10-$20 USD each. Wear safety glasses and focus on your aim while using a hammer and chisel to prevent injuries. To prevent root rot in your plants and flowers, you’ll need to drill some holes into the bottom of the planter. Hold your drill against the outside of the stump on the other side of the planter and drill all the way through to the bottom of the planter on the inside of the stump. Do this 2-3 more times, spaced evenly around the circumference of the stump. Get a well-draining potting soil that’s rich in compost and fill your planter with it. Then, plant whatever plants you wish to have in your stump planter.
Summary: Use a chainsaw to level the top of the stump. Cut the perimeter of the planter with a jigsaw. Hollow out the center with an axe. Weaken the wood with a drill. Use a hammer and chisel to chip away at the weakened wood. Drill drainage holes into the sides of the stump. Fill the stump with soil and plant your flowers.

Problem: Article: For a delicious variation on regular butter, try making this BBQ butter to serve alongside your grilled corn. It will give an extra kick of flavor to your perfectly grilled corn and is sure to impress your guests. You will need:  2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 small red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 teaspoons Spanish paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder 1 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder 1/2 cup water 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Salt and freshly ground black pepper Add the oil to a medium-sized pan and heat on high. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and garlic, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until soft. Add all the spices to the pan and stir to combine. Add the water to the pan and continue cooking for a minute or two until the mixture thickens. Take the pan off the heat. Blend the butter, Worcestershire sauce and spice mix in a food processor until combined. Add the salt and pepper, then transfer to a small bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to develop. Remove from the fridge ten minutes before serving. This lime mayonnaise butter will add a zesty twist to your grilled corn and is sure to leave your family and friends clamoring for more.  You will need:  1 stick unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 lime, zested Lime wedges, for serving In a bowl or food processor, combine the butter, mayonnaise, onion powder, and lime zest. Place in a small bowl and leave to chill in the refrigerator for half an hour. When the corn is cooked, generously brush on the flavored butter and serve with a wedge of lime. An herb butter is another great way to liven up grilled corn, and is so easy to make. You simply blend all on the ingredients together in a food processor until smooth, place in a small bowl and allow to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. Here are the ingredients:  2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, chives or tarragon 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Garlic and butter are perfect companions, especially when it comes to grilled corn. Simply mash these few simple ingredients together in a small bowl until completely blended, and then brush onto hot corn for a more side dish. Here are the ingredients:  2 sticks of butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped chives 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon of Kosher salt
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BBQ butter. Lime mayonnaise butter. Herb butter: Garlic chive butter.