Learning when to prune can be confusing when there are different rules for many different plants, and even differing rules that vary by cultivar! This guide takes away all of that confusion by looking at the basics of how plants grow and using that as your foundation. With just a bit of logic you ... Read More about Want to Know WHEN to Prune? This Will Answer All of Your Questions!
How to Make a Fresh Magnolia Wreath
See the steps to make a gorgeous magnolia wreath from freshly cut Magnolia Grandiflora leaves and incense cedar for fragrance. This attractive wreath works well for fall and through the holidays due to the rich, rusty brown indumentum on the underside of the magnolia leaves. When made with wire, ... Read More about How to Make a Fresh Magnolia Wreath
Monogrammed Herbal Drawer Fresheners
These herbal drawer fresheners keep folded laundry smelling fresh. They are simple to make, which is good because you will want to make plenty of them! These drawer fresheners are made from the thrifted wool sweaters that I felted originally to make tea cozies. You can also use fabric, but with the ... Read More about Monogrammed Herbal Drawer Fresheners
Elegant + Upscale Pinecone Crafts
Taking nature walks to collect pretty bits and pieces from the forest floor is a wonderful way to lower stress and get exercise. But what do you do with all that stuff once you've got it? If you're anything like me, you have a large collection of foraged pinecones just waiting to be put to good ... Read More about Elegant + Upscale Pinecone Crafts
That Time I Went to Baby Goat Yoga in Texas
Have you heard of goat yoga or baby goat yoga? I jumped at the chance to attend a class on my recent trip to Austin, Texas so I could answer the question, what the heck is goat yoga and why on earth would I want to do it?! I’ve been hearing reports of people taking yoga classes with baby ... Read More about That Time I Went to Baby Goat Yoga in Texas