I came across this super cute and easy craft and thought I would share it! I have it on my Pinterest gardening board! Come join me there, if you wish!
"I love the ambience that outdoor candles can bring to a deck or patio. One of my favorite summer pastimes is to spend an evening relaxing on my back porch with the hubby, a bottle of wine, and the soft glow of an outside candle. Awww…. the carefree days of summer await me. This nature-inspired vase will go perfect in any intimate outdo
Monday, December 12, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
Now's the Time for Cover Crops
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"A: Molly, here's the story: Right now is not a very good time to plant any vegetables. However, it is a great time to plant what are called cover crops, which add nitrogen to the soil and have other beneficial effects as well.
I talked to Renee Shepherd, founder and owner of Renee's Garden Seeds in Felton, who is the authority on all things to do with vegetable gardening, and her feel
"A: Molly, here's the story: Right now is not a very good time to plant any vegetables. However, it is a great time to plant what are called cover crops, which add nitrogen to the soil and have other beneficial effects as well.
I talked to Renee Shepherd, founder and owner of Renee's Garden Seeds in Felton, who is the authority on all things to do with vegetable gardening, and her feel
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Does Your Home or Garden Need a Vessel Sink?
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If you are trying to design your bathroom or kitchen, you may want to consider a vessel sink. They are a new trend that I didn't take to at first, but they really have grown on me, and make for a very sleek design. When I eventually move into my own home again, it will probably be a slight fixer upper, I mean that's where the fun is to be had, IMO. I love re-decorating and improving, as long a
If you are trying to design your bathroom or kitchen, you may want to consider a vessel sink. They are a new trend that I didn't take to at first, but they really have grown on me, and make for a very sleek design. When I eventually move into my own home again, it will probably be a slight fixer upper, I mean that's where the fun is to be had, IMO. I love re-decorating and improving, as long a
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Corkboard Garden Craft Idea
I came across this unique and cute corkboard craft when perusing Pinterest, and thought I'd share.
Cute or what? Definitely on my to-do list!
Cute or what? Definitely on my to-do list!
Monday, September 5, 2011
5 Unique Ideas When Sending Flowers
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When most people think of ordering flowers online, they usually think of roses. There are so many more ways to be creative--whether it is to express love, friendship, sympathy, congratulations, etc. I like to be nontraditional, so that my thoughtfulness stands out, making it an even more worthwhile purchase. I mean why spend the money just to be a plain Jane (or Joe!). That is how I look
When most people think of ordering flowers online, they usually think of roses. There are so many more ways to be creative--whether it is to express love, friendship, sympathy, congratulations, etc. I like to be nontraditional, so that my thoughtfulness stands out, making it an even more worthwhile purchase. I mean why spend the money just to be a plain Jane (or Joe!). That is how I look
Friday, August 26, 2011
Inmates Help Feed the Poor by Growing Vegetables!
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I found this news article to be very enlightening. It seems a new program at the Montville, NJ Corrigan-Radgowski Correctional Facility focuses on growing vegetables to feed the poor by sending them to soup kitchens and food pantries. There are three large vegetable gardens tended by 10 inmates to feed the prison and the homeless. They are planting vegetables such as cabbage, carrots and
I found this news article to be very enlightening. It seems a new program at the Montville, NJ Corrigan-Radgowski Correctional Facility focuses on growing vegetables to feed the poor by sending them to soup kitchens and food pantries. There are three large vegetable gardens tended by 10 inmates to feed the prison and the homeless. They are planting vegetables such as cabbage, carrots and
Friday, August 12, 2011
Are Plants Poisonous to Cats?
Are the plants in your home vegetable garden or flower terrace are dangerous for an outdoor cat? And if so, what are the toxic plants that can cause illness in an otherwise healthy cat?
Cats love to walk in the garden: they scratch the earth, they rake their claws on tree trunks; but, mostly they have the annoying habit of eating the young leaves of your precious plants, mainly in the spring. When the leaves are not to their liking, they spit. But sometimes you may end up with a vomiting
Cats love to walk in the garden: they scratch the earth, they rake their claws on tree trunks; but, mostly they have the annoying habit of eating the young leaves of your precious plants, mainly in the spring. When the leaves are not to their liking, they spit. But sometimes you may end up with a vomiting
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