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De-Frizz Your Summer Hair Style With Mixed Chicks

May 23, 2013

  Do you ever complain about your highly unmanageable summer hair?  If asked that question, I’d certainly be among the first to raise my hand as it’s something I’ve done most of my life. And in some respects, it’s pretty silly, but you know how the old-age adage is, you always want what you don’t […]

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How to Make Simple Rolled Beeswax Candles

May 22, 2013

There was a time when candles were a primary source of light. Today we have electricity, but candles are still quite popular. They provide a nice atmosphere for intimate or romantic events, and they certainly come in handy during blackouts!   Some crafty types like to make their own candles. But if you don’t enjoy […]

Books

Storey’s Guide to Raising Turkeys

May 21, 2013

When we first purchased our farm, we had little idea that a brood of wild turkeys would soon claim our wooded area as their home.  Not that we are complaining, it’s great fun to watch them roost in the evening and we love having them wonder around the fields during the day. Our wild feathered […]

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Home Canning: How Many Tomatoes Will You Need?

May 20, 2013

We’re at the start of the tomato growing season here in Kentucky and canning the fruits of our labor and love seems far off, but now is the time to begin planning. How many tomatoes will you need to meet your canning goals? The answer depends upon what varieties and what canning products you wish […]

Home and Hearth

Inexpensive, Intelligent Instant Screen Door Solution

May 17, 2013

When we purchased our home, one of the first things we installed was a screen door leading to the front porch.  It’s a great way to let the fresh air in, but a hindrance to our avid grilling habits… have you ever tried to juggle a plates full of fresh-off-the-grill foods while coaxing your screen door open? […]

Fashion

Funky Beach Bags Made From Recycled Billboards

May 16, 2013

Admittedly, I’m not the biggest fan of billboards.  No offense to a company’s right to advertise, but I feel that they clutter up and disturb the natural landscapes and architecture I enjoy viewing. However, I am now a huge fan of billboards being recycled into purposeful, durable beach bags that help eco-up our world in […]

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Quick and Simple Ceramic Gift Ideas for Teachers

May 15, 2013

Walk into any discount store or gift shop, and chances are you’ll see plenty of ceramic pieces.  Ceramics make great presents for just about anyone and are perfect to use for putting together a terrific teacher gift. If you have the opportunity to make the ceramics yourself, you can tailor each piece to the recipient’s […]

NOURISH

Numi Organics Brings the Veggie Garden To Your Tea Cup

May 14, 2013

Peppermint, chamomile, orange, ginger, hibiscus, nutmeg, lemon, cinnamon – there’s a bounty of spices, herbs, fruit and floral flavoring our daily teas. The remainder of the garden, though, has been neglected when it comes to filling our tea cups. Sad, but true. Not every plant gets their steep. No longer will the tomatoes and beets take a […]

Books

How Seed Savvy Are You?

May 13, 2013

You begin with the best of intentions, pick the best soil, grab your little package of seeds and hope to begin a beautiful garden. Then something goes dreadfully wrong.  The little seedlings you’ve nurtured, prodded, and coaxed into thriving have wilted and withered away.  Or worse yet, you manage to have gorgeous sprouts only to […]

How Seed Savvy Are You?

May 13, 2013

You begin with the best of intentions, pick the best soil, grab your little package of seeds and hope to begin a beautiful garden. Then something goes dreadfully wrong.  The little seedlings you’ve nurtured, prodded, and coaxed into thriving have wilted and withered away.  Or worse yet, you manage to have gorgeous sprouts only to […]

Recipes

Create Savory Irish Scones with Cheddar Jack & Bacon

May 11, 2013

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias® and Kraft Foods #FreshTake #cbias #SocialFabric On our recent trip to Ireland, we were greeted with fresh Irish scones everywhere we went.  At breakfast and tea time, warm […]

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What Will You Name Your Shmoozees?

May 10, 2013

Some delightful, colorful critters have recently arrived on our farm and are already adored by all for their cuddly soft nature and endearing smiles. Shmoozees are a brand new line of adorable plush characters with glowing ears and eyes.  They also have fashionable and fun earrings  with a array of funky fun shapes like gingerbread […]