Intro to Botany – Studying Seeds

May 14, 2015 0 Comments 0 tags

  In order to provide the best care to our gardens, it can be really helpful to learn about the plants we are growing, and how they grow.The best place

Mother’s Day Bath Pouf

April 23, 2015 0 Comments 5 tags

Crochet?  Me either.  Why not learn along side me?  Get the pattern for this crochet bath pouf from Daisy Cottage Designs, and come on back to learn how to crochet

Intro to Botany : Cells and Tissues

Introduction to Botany - A high level look at the basic cell structure of plants. Botany 101 starting at the beginning with cells and tissues
April 12, 2015 0 Comments 2 tags

While I study to become a master gardener and take a high-level look at some basic botany, I was hoping that some of you might like to geek out with me.

ReUse Anything to Start Your Seedlings

Upcycle, Recycle, Reuse Anything and Everything from newspaper to plastic jugs to start your seedlings
April 9, 2015 0 Comments 4 tags

 Pick through your recycling bin for your next set of pots for Seed Starting – Grow food, save the world.  And money, save money.       That’s right, anything. If

Egg Carton Super Bees!

March 30, 2015 0 Comments 3 tags

Googly eyes, recycled egg cartons, and neon.  A super fun inspired by nature Kids’ Craft.  What more could you ask for?          Yep!  We’ve been crafting with

DIY Wavy Washcloth

DIY crochet pattern for hand made wash clothes
March 29, 2015 0 Comments 6 tags

 I have invited my dear friend, the lovely and the talented Ashley, to come and teach me how to crochet.  I’ll let her get on with the details.  By the

Vegetable Planting Schedule

March 7, 2015 0 Comments 3 tags

Here is your vegetable planting schedule.  Having a continuous harvest garden is a nice way to ensure you have a variety of fresh home grown vegetables all season.  In some cases

Gardening Books for Beginners and Experts

11 of the best gardening books for beginners and experts alike. Vegetables, flowers and herb gardening, container and square foot gardening and journalling.
March 3, 2015 0 Comments 7 tags

There are a multitude of things to consider when planning out your garden. Generally speaking soil types, as well as sun vs. shade, and climate are top of the list.

Celebrate Family Day with A Family Rainbow

Family Day Art Project Handprint Rainbows
February 24, 2015 0 Comments 4 tags

 Grab your watercolours and get all hands on deck for this collaborative Family Day Art Project. Rainbows occur when you have rain and sunshine at the same time – and

Top Ten Seed Starting Ideas

Top Ten Seed Starting Ideas
February 20, 2015 0 Comments 7 tags

I have here for you, the top ten seed starting ideas.  Starting seeds in late winter is a great way to feel productive and also a wonderful way to ward