Garden Therapy

Modern Succulent Planter: Modernica Case Study & Giveaway!!

May 24, 2013 by Stephanie 15 Comments

I love modern and vintage design. The mid-century aesthetic that has become timeless speaks to the functional form, simplistic beauty, and celebration of the natural world that I hold dear. How to Make a Modern Indoor Echeveria Planter

This is why I was overjoyed to learn that distinguished manufacturer and designer of modern furniture, Modernica, has created some stunning ceramic planters available for indoor or outdoor plantings. I thought it was my lucky day when they offered to send me a Case Study Ceramic Bowl with Brazilian walnut plinth to try out.

When it arrived I realized it really was a great day but also one that I get to share…we are giving away the same white planter valued at $189.00 to one of our lucky readers! Check out the contest at the end of the post to see how to enter the draw.

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Outdoor Table Makeover in Minutes

May 22, 2013 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

Does your outdoor table need an update? This quick makeover using waterproof oil cloth may be just the fix!

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Spotted: Bicycle Wheel Trellis

May 20, 2013 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

This bike wheel trellis is not only an ingenious recycling project, but also a great way to grow peas. I just happened to be walking by it and knew that I had to share the project here.

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The Many Shades of Lime

May 15, 2013 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

To be able to grow citrus in my climate is a dream. A dear friend passed on a tiny yuzu sprout that he started from seed that I have tucked away in my herb bed hoping for some of this deliciously sour and fragrant Japanese fruit, albeit many, many years from now. This month on the pages of Martha Stewart Living there is an article about stylish California citrus grower, Alta Tingle, discussing her passion for all things lime. [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gardening, Recipes Tagged With: limes, margarita, recipe, taco

Citrus Clear Giveaway!!

May 8, 2013 by Stephanie 44 Comments

Citrus is a group of scents that I just can not get enough of these days. I still make up this Mango Citrus Body Butter recipe and I have a whipped version that I will share with you one day soon. Until then, I was sent a group of cleansing products from Citrus Clear and have been using them for a few weeks now.

And you too could get a cleansing package from Citrus Clear! Check out the instructions at the end of the post for how to win one of three gift packs! [Read more...]

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Mason Jar Garden Twine Dispenser

May 3, 2013 by Stephanie 1 Comment

How wonderful that gardening supplies have entered the hip world of West Elm Market, Willams-Sonoma and Anthropologie (via their sister garden & home shop, Terrain). The range of tools and accessories surely inspires new gardeners to set up a little green in their outdoor spaces and gives more seasoned green-thumbs some new ideas.

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A Gift for Mom’s Feet this Mother’s Day

May 1, 2013 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

I love my flip flops. Even though it’s still a bit chilly here the winter boots have been packed up and the flip flops are lined up and ready for wherever the day will take me. Often it’s out to the garden to muck around in the dirt and plant up for the summer. But flip flops + gardening = filthy feet. And not that dirt that just dusts off when you shake your feet at the door. The kind that digs into your skin and just won’t come off without a fight.

This is where a herbal foot soak is the perfect solution. Not only does it soak away the aches of the day, but you can use a little as a scrub as well. I can’t help but think that this would be a welcome gift for the gardener in your life (and yes, you qualify for gifts too!) but add some pretty labels and you have yourself a great gift for mother’s day.

Check out the Herbal Foot Soak post at the My Own Ideas blog for the full recipe.

Make this year a handmade holiday and whip up something for mom. Have a browse through the Handmade Gifts posts for more ideas on what to make this year.

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How to Build a Woven Bamboo Trellis

April 26, 2013 by Stephanie 4 Comments

When the sun starts shining those seedlings will soon be reaching up to meet it. Some plants have nice strong stalks to hold them up but others need our help. Peas, beans, and other vining vegetables need some sort of trellis to support their growth towards the sky. This project shows you how to easily build a bamboo trellis with only one material. Yep, you guessed it…bamboo!

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Apron in a Jar for Mother’s Day

April 22, 2013 by Stephanie 3 Comments

I often think that the way a gift is wrapped can be as thoughtful as the gift itself. Combine this with my absolute love of canning jars and you have endless possibilities.

Apron in a Jar Mothers Day Gift Idea

This project for the My Own Ideas blog shows you how to make a Apron in a Jar for that special mom in your life. [Read more...]

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Gluten-Free Almond Flour Waffles

April 17, 2013 by Stephanie 15 Comments

Please welcome guest blogger and author, Erica Kerwien, to share with us a recipe from her new book, Cooking for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet: Over 100 Easy, Healthy, and Delicious Recipes that are Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, and Grain-Free. Her book is said to be the most comprehensive and delicious cookbook on the topic. This full-color book has over 100 recipes that will satisfy an entire family–not just those members who follow the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.

Oh, and check out how to win a copy of Erica’s book at the end of the recipe!

Several years ago my oldest son was diagnosed with Crohn’s, which is an auto-immune disease that affects all or part of the digestive system. At times it can be very challenging to eat and maintain proper nutrition. In my search to help my son, I heard about a special diet (called the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, or SCD) used by people who have Celiac disease, Crohn’s and other digestive issues. I started a food blog, Comfy Belly, to share recipes so that others could benefit from my ideas and I would now have a reserve of recipes to use. [Read more...]