Here you’ll find all those little thoughts on living in good stewardship on the farmstead that didn’t fit anywhere else. Maybe I’ll even get into a bit of genetics and the ins and outs of heritage livestock!
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My Favorite Homestead Podcasts
I spent my Mother’s Day weekend with – my mother. My older daughter and I went for a visit. Mom and I got to chat, I helped her out with…
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Toward an Independent Farmstead
As we move closer to actually breaking ground – probably in the spring, now that subzero temperatures have settled quite thoroughly into the area – I got an E-mail from…
A Bit of Earth
Almost two years ago, now, my husband and I came to a point where we decided that we’d like a bit more space to live our lives. I’m not sure…
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Thread Polish
Why to use a thread conditioner – and where to find my recipe for a homemade version.
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Making Fancy Thread Drops
Why “Fancy” thread drops? Why not? I mean, my entire DMC collection is on plain white drops, because that’s just faster and easier. But I’ve never been shy about being…
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Laskiaipullat – Finnish Cream Buns
Make this vintage twist on the famed Finnish Fat Tuesday treat. Soft, cardamom buns with raspberry cream filling
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Wrapping Your Hoop
Wrapping your hoop makes your fabric more stable and your stitching smoother.
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Preparing Fabric and Threads for Embroidery
Why spend the time before you start to prepare your fabric and threads? I’ve made a point both on the podcast, and here on the blog to say a few…
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Strawberry Lemonade Jam
This summer has been a little bit lack-luster. Between the drought and the smoke (and lets not forget the gypsy moth invasion) it hasn’t even been pleasant to BE outside…