It’s that time of year. We often greet the New Year with analyzing our past year. Did we accomplish everything we wanted to? Some of us bemoan the passing of another year of failed goal reaching and scurry to create new goals. Others celebrate accomplishments and wish there were more accomplishments. Some do a bit…
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Loving Our New Bathroom!
The homeowners, tasked with refurbishing an old homestead, began renovations with a bathroom remodel due to family responsibilities. Gutting and replacing everything except the toilet, they sourced items from Amazon, Hobby Lobby, and Lowes, incorporating preferred brands and tailoring the design to serve both their son and guests. Despite challenges, such as creatively situating the towel rack, they were left satisfied with the outcome.
So Exciting!!! I Saw a UFO!!!
Oh Wow! I Saw a UFO!! I woke up this morning and looked out my front window and low and behold there was a UFO!!! Just hovering right there. It was very white…and fluffy – not a UFO. Wait a minute… Nope it was just a Lenticular cloud. I have never seen a lenticular cloud…
What You Need to Know About Homesteading – (Part 1)
We started our homesteading journey 5 years ago and there have been ups and downs and sideways and upside-downs. Yep, we’ve experienced a lot: predators, septic problems, well problems, etc. First the Land – Where do you want to homestead? Research, research, research! If the current lot you are staying at is not your ultimate…
The Skinny on Chicken Nesting Boxes
There’s a lot of ideas floating around out there about nesting boxes. But, what is right for your chickens? and for you? Basic Requirements for Nesting Boxes The basic size of nesting boxes for chickens should be 12in x12 in x 12in. This provides enough room for a hen to comfortably enter and move around….
Choosing the Best Batting for Your Quilt
When it comes to quilt batting, there are several different types to choose from, each offering unique characteristics and each offering a different applications. Don’t get overwhelmed! We spend a lot of time creating our quilts – here’s the skinny on different types of batting to help you decide which to use in your next…
Keep your chickens safe: The best fencing strategy!
Predators The first thing and most important thing you have to remember when you have chickens is that: Everything loves chicken. Dogs, birds of prey, foxes, skunks, raccoons: if it eats meat it will eat your chickens when given the opportunity. Can you blame them? Chicken is pretty tasty: BBQ chicken, rotisserie chicken, baked chicken,…
It’s Harvest Season – Things You Can Do To Get A Head Start On Next Season
Here’s to a bountiful harvest and reaping the rewards of a whole season’s worth of nurturing our gardens! Fall is, also, the time to figure out what to plant in the fall and for spring. Plants to consider planting in the fall However, it’s also time to think about what to plant for the cooler…
5500 Quilt Block Designs – The Best Quilter’s Resource
We have gone over the basic tools that Quilters use and even how to start quilting. Eventually, you will get to a point in your quilting journey where you would like to branch out and create your own designs. My most favorite resource for my Quilt Designs (other than pencils and graph paper) is a…