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Although garlic is usually planted in the fall, planting garlic in the spring will yield a harvest. But it’s a different growing and harvesting experience than if you plant garlic in the fall. Spring garlic greens growing. | Photo by…
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Easter is a time to celebrate the bounty of spring. What better way than to use fresh fruits and vegetables to dye your Easter eggs with your family? Natural Easter egg dye can give eggs unique coloring perfect for the holiday. An…
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Vintage glass bottles are lovely, and there are some really nice new ones too. The prettiest ones are always tempting to hold onto … so why not do it? There are so many easy and fun ways to repurpose old glass bottles. Start by making…
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We are all about reusing waste in smart ways like eggshells and canning jars. Did you know you can also reuse toilet paper rolls? Here's how. Photo by Sarah Walker Caron As the adage goes: Everybody poops. Unless you have…
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Weighted masks are fabric sleep masks with rice or pebbles inside them to create weight against the pressure points around the eyes and face, which make them great for stress and even better for headaches and migraines. Adding essential…
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The last months of winter may not seem like a prime gardening season, but it is a great time to get a jump on spring growing by starting seeds indoors. Photo by Kate Garland Starting your plants indoors protects tender seedlings from…
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Some farmers accept egg cartons back to reuse. But they also can be used in different ways. Here are a few ideas to reuse egg cartons. Photo by Aphiwat chuangchoem via Pexels There are countless uses for old paper egg cartons if you…
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Testing bean seeds for viability.| Photo by Kate Garland With spring around the corner, you may be perusing seed catalogs to order your favorite fruit and vegetable varieties. But don’t be so quick to purchase new packets -- those…
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Is it time to order seeds yet? We chatted with experts to learn more about ordering, storing and planting seeds for the growing season. Photo by Micky Bedell Gardening season seems far off with the ground frozen and temperatures…
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If you want to keep bees, planning ahead is key to getting started. And that starts with knowing the answer to an important question: When should you order bees? Photo by Gabor Degre Winter is wrapping up and bee season is right…
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Canning jars aren't just for jams and pickles. This roundup shares 9 creative uses for canning jars. Glass canning jars are a staple of sustainable living. Used to store pickled vegetables, jams, sauces and more, they represent both…
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Extend the life of your clothing by repairing rips, tears and breaks. These four video tutorials will help you learn about clothing repair techniques. The fashion industry has an enormous environmental impact, generating about 13…
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