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LUSH Makeup Reviews – Natural and Vegan Makeups
As part of my effort to make a switch in not only what I put IN my body, but what I put ON my body, I am exploring options for natural, organic, and more earth-friendly cosmetic options. I had a chance to review some of the LUSH makeup in their Color Supplement and Emotional Brilliance […]
Organic Clothes for Kids – Skylar Luna Pajama Review
When I found out about Skylar Luna’s organic sleep clothes for kids, I starred the email to follow up after the holidays. I’ve been looking for the perfect opportunity to convert our household to organic and fair-trade clothing for quite some time now. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to review the Skylar Luna sleepwear […]
The Secrets to Growing Marjoram in Any Zone
Note: Today’s guest post comes from Chris from Joybilee Farm. She lives on 140 acres in Southern BC, Canada. Chris Dalziel is a veteran homeschool Mom with 3 graduates, a published writer, with 30 years of homesteading under her nails. Living in a log house, in the mountains and surrounded by pines, and pasture, Chris […]
Plant Profile: Lavender Herb Growing Guide
Here’s an in-depth profile of a favorite herb plant: lavender. Learn why this herb is prized in the garden and how to select and care for this popular edible perennial. With a famous scent, and a delightful, cottage-garden look in the landscape, perennial lavender plants will earn a place in any herb gardener’s heart. Cultivation […]
How to Grow Garlic (and Why)
Note: This is a guest post from the wonderful Tessa at Homestead Lady. She’s got some great tips here on fueling your garlic habit by growing your own – but her blog and Facebook page are chock full of plenty of other tips, tricks, and homestead ventures. Tell her we sent you! Raise your hand […]
Growing Thyme in the Herb Garden
Thyme, an ancient herb plant long known to gardeners, can be added to every garden space. This plant is native to Mediterranean area, and the first documented use of thyme was by the ancient Egyptians. Thyme was originally used for cleansing and incense but now is one of the most widely used culinary herbs, often […]
Repurposed Canning Lid Seed Labels #LowesCreator Plus FREE Printable Template
With garden season almost upon us you might be starting seeds like we are. We’ve expanded the garden space and will be planting more than ever before in our backyard garden space. And when plants go in, it can be easy to lose track of what you planted where, or which varieties are doing well […]
Getting Hoovers Hatchery Mail-Order Chicks for Eggs & Meat
When we first started keeping chickens we usually stopped by a local feed store and picked up a handful of baby chicks from the cheeping-fluff-filled cages in the back corner. It didn’t take us long to try ordering baby chicks mail-order instead. Wow! What a difference! Half the price and a simple phone call – […]
Popular Heirloom Plants – Vegetable and Flower Seeds
More gardeners are beginning to reject one-size-fits-all seeds and embrace open-pollinated or heirloom seeds for biodiversity and nostalgia. Once threatened with extinction, many heirloom seed varieties were almost wiped from existence. Now, renewed efforts to not only preserve, but to prefer these seeds for home gardens and small farms have created a resurgence of popularity […]
Starting Your First Beehive
Welcome Karen Lynn today as our guest poster from Lil’ Suburban Homestead. She’s got a fabulous perspective on beekeeping to share with us today that willmaybe inspire some of you to dive in with your first beekeeping experience. Enjoy! – Angela Our journey into beekeeping was one that I initially embarked with some trepidation […]
Repurposed Wall Lantern Terrarium for Unique Indoor Planter #LowesCreator
I love indoor terrarium projects and was excited when my post for Lowe’s Creative Ideas Team was indoor planters. I just knew I’d find something cool and interesting at Lowe’s to transform into an indoor terrarium. I found my prize in the clearance lights section with this cool looking outdoor lantern – the kind designed […]
