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(Photo Source) Post by Contributing Writer, Jill I really admire anyone who desires to use what they have to its fullest potential and takes the time to work around their area’s unique qualities. Some of us have plentiful sun, others not enough. Some have ample rainfall or ponds, while others struggle with near desert-like conditions. Recently, Continue reading Seven Ways to Make Use of Your Shady Spots   (Photo Source) Post by Contributing Writer, Jill Chickens seem to be all the rage right now. Who would have thought? Urban, suburban, and rural chicken keeping is on the rise as more and more people see it as a simple way to boost their self-sufficiency and sustainability. Perhaps you’ve pondered the idea yourself. Should you take the Continue reading Five Reasons to Consider Keeping Chickens
Post by Contributing Writer, Emily C. With the arrival of spring comes nicer weather, new projects and chores in the yard, a desire to soak up some sunshine and nature, and in our house it means it is time to move at least part of our school day outside! Giving kids a little bit of freedom to Continue reading Taking the Classroom Outside Join me over at Passionate Homemaking today, where I’m sharing a favorite relaxing tea recipe (a favorite from our Bed & Breakfast) and a few simple tips for frugal hospitality! Click here to read the full Continue reading Simple & Frugal Herbal Hospitality Credit: keattikorn Post by Contributing Writer, Jill Last season, my garden was a war zone. Our abnormally wet spring resulted in armies of various bugs invading our homestead. Grasshoppers bombarded my face as I walked through the tall grass. The leaves of our spinach plants were so full of holes that there was little left to eat. But the final Continue reading Diatomaceous Earth: A Natural Pesticide Alternative The perfect gift for children (or any gardener), this gift set is simple & frugal to put together in a short time! I usually save seeds from previous gardens, as well as stock up on bulk organic seeds (such as from Mountain Rose Herbs), instead of paying $2-$3 each for those tiny little packets of seeds Continue reading Simple Handmade Gardening Gift Set Post by Contributing Writer, Stacy With spring beginning, many of us are thinking about the garden. Besides growing plants for food, I hope to persuade you to include chamomile your backyard this year. Chamomile is well known for its ability to relax and soothe. Often used to encourage sleep, it is also helpful in relieving indigestion. Continue reading Why I’m Planting Chamomile this Spring Photo by D. Sharon Pruitt Post written by Contributing Writer, Daniele. Spring is upon us and with it comes planting season — a much anticipated time for many! But whether you’re a seasoned gardener or one who simply enjoys the produce of others’ efforts, this time of year is an excellent opportunity for teaching Continue reading Gardening Books for Children {Photo Credit} Post by Contributing Writer, Bethany Add nutritious food to your dinner table It’s easier that you may think to reap the Too overloaded to take on a brand new vegetable garden? Bored with your ho-hum yard? Did you Continue reading Edible Landscaping: Growing Food in the Flower Bed
Post by Contributing Writer, Jill. Even though it will be several more months before I have the chance to push seeds in our dark Wyoming soil, I can’t help but to have just the slightest twinge of spring fever. Thankfully, this year I am starting a variety of seeds indoors, so I Continue reading Homemade Seedling Pots |
 
 
 
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