Last year Kirk saw a swing being offered up for free, so we took a look at it. It was in fine shape, outside of the roof and sling fabric having had rotten off. However....I had ideas for the frame. I found a place along one of the fences for it, and planted 2 grape… Continue reading DIY Upcycling In The Garden
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Handcrafting Melt and Pour Soap
Too many years ago I did a lot of soap making. I was a lot younger then, and so many new books on soap making were coming out then (OK, I'll date myself...it's the year 1998). I was really into it - I taught soap making classes through the school district, sold at the farmer's… Continue reading Handcrafting Melt and Pour Soap
DIY Dry Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix
One of my really guilty pleasures is a good ranch dressing or dip. It isn't hard to make up a batch of dry mix - and frankly, making it yourself is so much better for you. Have you looked at the ingredient list for a name brand packet of dry mix? That will cost you… Continue reading DIY Dry Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix
Urban Homesteading: Mason Jar Herb Garden
Mason Jar Herb Garden for sale....and what?!? $8.98 for a jar, a little soil and a few seeds? Ack! Although, I'll be honest: if you are not a gardener who happens to have soil, rocks and seeds on hand, it isn't a horrid price. Pricey, yes. Easy enough to do at home. Oh, it won't be… Continue reading Urban Homesteading: Mason Jar Herb Garden