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Build a Cold Frame from a Storm Door

Crops & Gardening | Homesteading |
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Larger than your typical cold frame, these plans will help you construct a place to extend the growing season of your favorite garden vegetables.

Freedom to Fail

Homesteading
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The person that doesn't make mistakes is unlikely to make anything. —Unknown

Felt Labels for Mason Jars

Homesteading
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Whether you give your canned goods away, keep them for your family or use them as a source of profit at the market, the simple jar and bronze ring won’t do the contents of your jars justice.

Poop Inspection: The First Step in Homestead Health

Homesteading
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It never ceases to amaze me how much of my life revolves around feces! From baby diapers to golden compost, much of my day is spent cleaning, shoveling or scooping poop.

Your Favorite Home Accents Help Build Farmhouse Color

Homesteading
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You might be surprised to learn that despite painting my entire house inside and out gray, I’m quite a fan of color.

Take It One Day at a Time

Homesteading
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The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time. —Abraham Lincoln

Paper Plate Turtle Craft for Kids

Homesteading
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Your kids will enjoy making their very own rainbow paper plate turtle, and you'll love that you have everything on hand to make this fun little project

3 Household Changes to Transition to Spring

Homesteading
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Spring forward! Oh, how I love those two little words! They mean longer days in the sun, beautiful blooms, new farm babies, play time in the dirt—and did I mention sunshine?

5 Tips for Staining Stairs

Homesteading
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You might think that applying four coats of varnish to our front door would make me an expert on the subject, but you’d be wrong—or so it seemed when it came time to stain and seal the stairs and handrail.

Sew a Heartfelt Pot Holder

Homesteading
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Need a gift for the home cook who has it all? A handmade pot holder sewn in their favorite colors is a creative way to bring warmth into their kitchen.

7 Kitchen Pitfalls (and How to Fix Them)

Homesteading
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When renovating your kitchen, keep these commonly overlooked assets in mind.

Let There Be Light

Homesteading
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Is Daylight Saving Time inspiring you to get ready for spring?

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