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Surprising Urban Food Gardens in the 1800s

Published on April 30, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Flower boxes in front of a Victorian home.

We hear so much about urban farms and growing vegetables in any size space but would it surprise you to know Charles Barnard was touting the value of front yard veggie growing back in the 1880s? Yup! … [Read more...]

The Art of Stone Painting (Bird Tutorial)

Published on April 26, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

The Art of Stone Painting book.

You can create stone painting art like these beautiful bird rocks with these instructions. Be sure to get the right materials for long-lasting designs on rocks and stones. This project is from … [Read more...]

How to Get Started with Straw Bale Gardening

Published on April 22, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Straw bale garden.

Straw bale gardening advocates say it is an excellent solution for many gardeners around the world providing an economical, flood-resistant way to grow veggies and other annuals right where you want … [Read more...]

DIY Portable Garden Tool Storage Shed on Wheels (Free Plans)

Published on April 15, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pile of lumber and completed DIY portable tool shed.

Keep your garden tools organized with this DIY wheeled tool shed. Quick to build and easy to customize, itโ€™s ideal for a shed, garage, or covered patio. For more DIY projects, be sure to … [Read more...]

Creative Little Free Library Ideas for Your Neighborhood

Published on April 10, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Little free libraries with books inside.

Little Free Libraries are community sharing hubs where you can take or leave free items. While they began with books, today you might find everything from seeds and plants to food, toys, or even … [Read more...]

50 Plants for Clay Soil (Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees)

Published on March 29, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Irises and hydrangeas.

It is not easy to grow in dense soil but this list of plants for clay soil will give you a fighting chance. There are flowering perennials, shrubs, climbers, and trees that all enjoy or … [Read more...]

Clay Cactus Tutorial (Polymer Clay for Beginners)

Published on March 22, 2019Last updated October 7, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Tiny clay cactus and mini clay pot.

This step-by-step tutorial shows how to make a clay cactus from the new book, Polymer Clay for Beginners by Emily Chen. Grab some clay and start making your own miniature … [Read more...]

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