Throughout the spring, I will be doing a series of in-person workshops talking about plants, and how to grow them when you have less than ideal conditions. The two main topics to overcome poor conditions are Square Foot Gardening (SFG) and container gardening. Over the next few days, I will be sharing a series of …
Would you like plastic with your tea? That sounds like a pretty straight forward question, but it’s also a bit of a trick question. Not all tea bags are created equal and for those people who are trying to go plastic-free, it may be time to re-evaluate what’s in your cup of tea. For years, …
First published December 30, 2015 Since the goal of canning is to preserve foods at the height of freshness, when they are in season, I would like to share my canning plan with all of you, so that you if there is something you want to can for your family, you know when the best …
My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we were in 2018. Self-Reliance means we will be able to do more for ourselves and save money in the process. The time between Christmas and New Year’s is a wonderful time to reflect and set goals for the coming year. I am taking …
These essential oil diffuser blends are perfect for fall and making your home smell amazing. Try out a few different blends, and discover your home’s signature fall scent. Think about fall. What scents come to mind? Leaves. Cut wood. Campfires. Apple Pie. Warm Chai. Mulled Cider. Spices like cinnamon and clove. This time of year …
