by Ivory Soap | Aug 30, 2011 | Beginner Gardens, Garden
The following is a guest post from this week’s giveaway vendor, Homesteader’s Supply! The folks at Homesteader’s Supply often work with people struggling to be more self sufficient yet constrained by job, location, physical ability and so much more. One...
by Ivory Soap | Aug 29, 2011 | Crafts, Crochet
I like dishcloths that dry quickly and aren’t too good at trapping food particles. I don’t mind the cloth removing particles, just that I don’t want the weave to be tight enough to get them stuck up in there for good. Anyway, like TL, I have four...
by Daisy | Aug 26, 2011 | Crafts, Woodworking
A place to sit is what turns your garden into a destination, a place to linger, a respite from the daily grind. Seating transforms your yard into a parklike oasis where you can soak in the beauty of what you’ve labored to create. It also allows you to seat your...
by Daisy | Aug 24, 2011 | Main Dishes, Recipes
Gado-gado is an Indonesian dish of vegetables covered with a seasoned peanut sauce. It’s very versatile because you can use whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand, although cabbage, particularly nappa cabbage, bean sprouts, green beans, bitter melon (seeds...
by Daisy | Aug 22, 2011 | Crafts, Earth-Friendly
Easy Garden Lanterns Whether you’re planning a garden party or looking for a way to add ambiance to everyday, garden lanterns are THE way to add just the right twinkle of warmth and illumination to your outdoor space. And when they’re this easy and fun, you may have...