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How to Grow Baptisia Australis
Baptisia Australis perennials are rugged and easy to grow. Their lupine-like spires of bloom are real attention getters and they have season long interest from foliage too. They are also often referred to as wild indigo. Baptisia Australis is Easy to Grow I have transplanted divisions of my original small plant many times in my garden […]
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Weird things you Did not Know you Could compost.
I am a huge fan of composting for vegetable gardening. The end product is wonderful for your soil and also makes use of things that are otherwise discarded which end up on the refuse piles and leave a big carbon footprint. The home is full of unusual compost items that you may not have ever thought […]
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Storage ideas for large items and Unusual shapes
These storage idea will have your home organized in no time at all Some household items are just plain hard to store effectively. If you have ever opened a cupboard door and had plastic Tupperware lids rain down on your head, you know just what I mean. Large Trays and Platters – These can take […]
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Newspaper Mulch – Control Weeds and Help Your Soil
Newspaper is a great product to use to control the weeds in your garden. It is beneficial in both flower and vegetable gardening. The newspaper adds a barrier that keeps weeds from growing. It retains moisture in the soil and adds organic material as it breaks down. The worms just love it! Making newspaper mulch […]
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Growing Thyme – Fragrant Herb – How To Grow
One of the delights of gardening is growing herbs. They are simple to grow and add tons of flavor to your recipes. Growing thyme is easy. The plant is a perennial that comes back year after year. It is a fragrant herb that I use in cooking all the time. There are quite a few […]
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How to Grow The Best Daylilies
These tips for growing daylilies will ensure that yours are the stars of your neighborhood. They are easy-care and even deadheading daylilies is a simple task! Daylilies are one of those perennial bulbs that everyone should try to grow somewhere in their garden. I have several patches of them. The flowers are showing and dramatic […]
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Cooking Tips from my Readers
These reader tested cooking tips and households hints will make sure that your time spent in the kitchen is fun and productive. I recently asked my readers on my Facebook Gardening Cook page to give me some frugal cooking tips. They did not disappoint. These are some of the ideas they came up with! Reader […]
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Creative Uses for Rubber Bands
If you have never discovered Hometalk, you should check it out. Hometalk is the largest home and garden info hub on the web. The Hometalk team recently contacted me and asked me to curate a board for “Inventive Uses for Rubber Bands.” I was delighted to accept. Here are just a few of the […]
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Creative Hummingbird Feeders
These creative hummingbird feeders will attract the delicate birds to your garden with their colorful red designs. I am always fascinated when I see hummingbirds flitting around my garden. They are so delicate and seem to defy all rules of aeronautics as they hover over flowers gathering nectar. Hummingbird Feeders for any garden setting You […]
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Turn a Bar of Soap into Liquid Soap
How to make Liquid Soap I have a thing about soaps. Either I like expensive bar soap, or else, I like liquid soap. Plain old Dial or Irish Spring soaps just don’t cut it for me. For showers, I enjoy my expensive bar soaps but for normal hand washing, I prefer using liquid soap because […]
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Favorite Breakfast Recipes – Start the day in style
I am a breakfast person. I don’t like it really early in the morning, but I do like to have something that is considered a breakfast food sometime before 10 am or so. I am always on the lookout for something new and interesting in the way of breakfast recipes. Here are some of my […]
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DIY Humming bird Nectar
My mother recently gave me a hummingbird feeder and I checked out the cost of nectar at local stores. Everyone loves hummingbirds but keeping feeders full can become quite costly. Why pay retail prices when making your own DIY hummingbird nectar is such an easy to make and budget friendly garden DIY? Make your Own […]
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How To Roast your Own Garlic for Spreads or Recipes
Roast your own Garlic – Easy Cooking Tip I love the taste of fresh garlic. But sometimes it is too tart for a particular recipe. In those cases, I roast a whole head of it. You can use much more garlic in your dish if it is roasted and roasting garlic brings out the natural […]
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Mexican Chili Dip – A Crowd Pleaser
This Mexican chili dip could not be easier to make. It is one of my favorite “go to” recipes when I am invited to a pot luck party. The bowl is empty before the party even gets going. It is that delicious! Best of all, you can make it ahead of time and then just […]
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Home Made Febreze – Just 15c a bottle
Home made Febreze – Easy and inexpensive When it comes to making your house smell great, there is nothing like a bottle of Febreze to trap every odor imaginable and make your house smell like a spring meadow. But at $6 or so a bottle, it can add a lot to the grocery bill. Many […]
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DIY Tip for Perfectly Drizzled Chocolate
Anyone can dunk strawberries and other fruit into melted chocolate. It is easy and fast to do and makes a great looking party appetizer. But perfectly drizzled chocolate looks so much more professional. These cooking tips will make sure that your drizzled chocolate will rival those on any dessert tray. Growing strawberries is much easier than […]
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Bean Burritos with Vegetables – Hearty Mexican Recipe
Are you looking for a effortless meatless meal? This recipe for bean burritos uses a kidney bean and pinto bean combination, which is a nice change from the traditional black bean recipe and is really tasty. These burritos take only 15 minutes from start to finish, so they are perfect for any busy weeknight. My […]
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Household Tips to Make your Life Easier
My favorite Household tips I thought it would be fun to compile a page of some of my favorite household tips that will save you time and money. All of these are easy to do and most re-purpose commonly found household items. Time is money as they say and no one seems to have […]
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Bathroom Organization Ideas
Bathroom Organization ideas for Large or Small Spaces i have a tiny bathroom in my house, and just one as well. So I am always on the look out for interesting way to organize my bathroom. No matter whether your space is quite big or very tiny, this group of bathroom organization ideas should give […]
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My Favorite Fudge Recipes – Indulge your Sweet tooth
I admit it. I adore making fudge….pretty much any kind of fudge. My favorite is peanut butter, but I still love them all. This is a collection of a few of my favorite fudge recipes. One of the great things about making fudge is that the portions are controlled and the taste is quite sweet. […]
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Sun Rooms – Relax in style with Nature nearby
My Favorite sun rooms I have always wanted a sun room. To me, there is nothing like relaxing the morning with the sun peeking into a beautifully decorated room that allows you to enjoy nature. It is as close to being outside as one can get. Here are a few of my favorite sun room […]
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Cucumber Mint Sauce
Cool down Indian foods with this Cucumber Mint Sauce This cucumber mint sauce is the perfect side dish to tone down the heat of any Indian food recipe. The cool taste of the yoghurt combines with the cucumber mint and garlic to give a refreshing change from spicy foods. This sauce makes a great side […]
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Drinks and Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Get Together
This collection of drinks and cocktail recipes is perfect for your next party. I admit it. I love cocktails and refreshing drinks. And if they are great looking, so much the better. So, it makes sense that I would be looking online for the best drinks recipes to share with my readers. Searching the […]
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Strawberry Almond Cheesecake with Glaze Topping
Looking for a delicious dessert that is easy to make but fancy enough for any dinner party? This no bake strawberry almond cheesecake is perfect! It has a lovely glazed topping and makes a great addition to your collection of cheesecake recipes. Keep reading to find out how to make this tasty cheesecake dessert. Fresh […]
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Pepperoni and cheese calzone with vegetables
Pepperoni and Cheese Calzone – Printable Recipe My daughter and I often go to Lily’s Pizza in Raleigh. One of their specialties is their calzones. Sort of like healthy little pizza pockets! I do my best to duplicate the taste at tome and my family loves these! You can add whatever fillings you like. For […]
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Beer Braised Pork Roast – Crock Pot Recipe
This beer braised pork roast is my latest in a long list of crock pot recipes. There is nothing like coming into your home after a long day at work to the aroma of a pork roast that has been simmering all day long. And if it has simmered in beer…all the better! Keep reading […]