A minor point but one that some readers may find importantMoney Tree art at left by the incomparable "Inky" Used here with permission, Thank you! Inky Art not to be used elsewhere without express permission of the creator.
Mark this point with a piece of tape or safety pin. It's an old craft that needs to be revived. What you will end up with is one length of cord that is six times longer than your planned hanger.
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I visualized a simple tree made of grapevines. For a long time I hung them on the tree with all my other ornaments. Holiday visitors are invited to choose a pack of seeds to take home with them.I have since seen similar trees for sale at garden centers...
I began my Google search and this is what I found:is a summer annual, and can be grown as a cover crop. They are about 15 inches long. It reminds me of newly dug soil and planting seeds, scents of spring and warm sunshine.When I talked with June she reminded...
I can email the pictures to myself, and then post them on theif need be. I was captivated nonetheless. While I can't advise you on apps, the virtual market where I am shopping for them has user reviews attached.
I was fascinated, but wondered if the little birds would really come that close to the house. Having no real knowledge of them at the time, but a burning desire to get to know them, I decided to purchase several feeders.I already had a bottle-type feeder...
One of which was by John Lennon:"Love is the answer, and you know that for sure; Love is a flower, you've got to let it grow."I then attached these cards to bamboo sticks and placed one in each violet pot.Probably the most comical part of the story is...
(Hint: if the gardener you love is ME, you've got 26 ideas now!) (Once she's used PlantFiles, I'll bet she'll be hooked.) A trial subscription with full feature access is a real deal at only five dollars.
Fennel seeds are double the size of anise seeds, but anise seeds have a much stronger flavor. Biscotti can be made in a variety of ways, using almonds, pistachios or dried fruits. Accessed August 25, 2008.Save your money: Delicious cups of wonder from...
It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity Did it say, “Garden more, work less?” Or did it say, “Time Began in a Garden?” They don't say, “Bunny Crossing” or “Dad's Garden” because they're always for...
The 'mother' plant with the smaller babies surrounding it is how the common name 'hens and chickens' came about and the various sizes of the plants in a grouping is very attractive, either in the garden or in a container.
Tulips and iris are nice, but you should pull the petals off and arange them in a flatter shape. Now is the time of year that for many people, thoughts turn to gift giving. Deeply cut tree leaves such as maple, oak, or locust are good choices also.
This pulp may be stored in the freezer, or allowed to dry fully before another papermaking session.After your paper is dry, you can cut it to size with scissors or a razor knife. Find some old window screen and staple it tightly to the bottom of the frame.
Powdery mildew is a fungus that thrives in damp, humid conditions, so keeping the leaves dry with good air circulation is the best prevention. The kids can make bouquets for parents, teachers, grandparents and neighbors, since cutting the flowers only...
Last summer, we came up with the idea of making clay critters to hang from the edges of pots, and I thought it would make a great kid craft for a winter snow day!Polymer clay is almost as easy to work as Play-Dohtm, and when you are done you can bake...
Expect blooms in roughly three weeks from "planting."When giving forced paperwhite as a gift, I'd recommend one of the following options:Plant the bulbs and begin watering two weeks before giving.
When the sprouts appear, they will look like little onions, but quickly start to grow. Many new gardeners are starting to plan their first adventure into our crazy, wonderful world.
For this reason, you need to add a few holes for potted plants so the water can escape. Water keeps the drill bit and the drilling surface cool. Hold the drill straight as you spray the water on the surface.
It's also possible to remove fence posts by chaining them to the front-end loader of your tractor. By doing things in the most productive way, it's possible to get more things accomplished during a day.
Pickleworms attack most cucurbits — cucumbers,and pumpkins may all be severely damaged by the pickleworms' voracious appetite. They go through a complete cycle of egg, larva, pupa and adult.
Once you're satisfied with the height of the post, fill the sides of the hole with dirt to secure it in the ground. Using your salvaged nails or screws, or fresh ones if the old hardware was damaged or rusty, secure the fencing back into place using a...
A handheld auger (pictured above) is exactly what its name suggests—a self-contained machine that is held in place by hand while its removable auger drill bit does the work of digging the holes.
These aprons are long enough to turn up the bottom edge and attach buttons and buttonholes to form a big adjustable harvest pocket. How many shirts or skirts have you ruined by pulling them up and filling with nuts, herbs, fruits, and vegetables?
When a fence needs maintenance—either routine work or a quick repair of a damaged section—it can require an impressive array of tools to get the job done. Even if you use a specialty tool for actually digging the hole, you'll want a shovel on hand...
Some considerations include: Who will be moving the ark? You can find a plethora of options for DIY chicken tractors on the web, in magazines or in books. Built-in wheels or skids can sometimes create a gap that enterprising birds will take advantage...
Shop Locally For Tires Don Graham/Flickr If you've determined you need or want a new tire—or at least want to price it out—the first place you should go is your local farm supply store or co-op .