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18 Sweet Ways to Memorialize Beloved Pets

January 30, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of creative ways to memorialize pets including custom figurines and jewelry.

If you’ve had a beloved pet in your life, you know how that love and so many funny, dear, and silly memories linger well beyond their short lifespans. I gathered these ideas to share creative ways to … [Read more...]

Naturally Crafty: Stuff to Make From and For the Garden

December 29, 2020 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Examples of natural crafts made from and for the garden.

If you like your garden art on the wild side, Naturally Crafty may be for you. This new ebook features ideas for making stuff from and for your garden using branches, flowers, and other … [Read more...]

10 Fabulous New Garden Books

April 14, 2020 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

In celebration of the 2nd annual National Gardening Day (April 14 - #nationalgardeingday), we are featuring some new garden books. Discover some new favorites and get growing. Grab … [Read more...]

40 Funny Cute Sarcastic and Sentimental Garden Signs

February 3, 2020 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

I love how a garden sign can set the tone for an entire garden. It’s a simple way to infuse your personality into your little piece of the world—however sarcastic, salty, sentimental, romantic, or … [Read more...]

20 Essential Gifts for Garden Nerds

November 18, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Need to find a gift for a garden nerd? These are some of my top picks for gardeners including tools, gear, books, and more. We often don't need much for the garden but having the best tools for the … [Read more...]

15 Sustainable Gift Ideas for Green Friends

November 6, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

What do you give a friend who leans toward minimalism and sustainability? Nothing. Or, practical, long-lasting useful items made with sustainability in mind. I've come up with a list of ideas for that … [Read more...]

14 Crafty Ways to Forget It’s Winter

October 29, 2019 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Winter is craft season in our home. With fewer outdoor tasks on the to-do list, there is more time to indulge in creative indoor projects. Start with a beginner kit (below) and happily distract … [Read more...]

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