Black Walnut Ink
Creating black walnut ink for drawing or journaling is a fun and eco-friendly way to explore artistic expression.
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Elderberry Ink
Making elderberry ink can be a do-it-yourself project. The process involves collecting ripe elderberries, extracting their juice, and then combining it with a binder and other ingredients. The ink is then strained and bottled for...
Elderberry Syrup Recipe and Jar Labels
The cold of winter has set in and there has already been plenty of nasty bugs floating around. I’ve seemed to have found a viral sinus infection bug that I can’t seem to kick. It...
Wild Blackberry Jam
Summer is for berry picking and wild blackberry jam is delicious. We spend a great deal of time out on our UTV enjoying the woodland areas and foraging for wild berries.
Wild Violet Lavender Bath Salts
Wild violet lavender bath salts are extremely simple to make, they smell wonderful while enjoying a relaxing soak in the tub and make perfect gifts.
DIY Flower Press
Over the summer I created an Adobe project, where I shared pictures detailing my newfound hobby of pressing flowers with the public. I had a link that went to the DIY flower press instructions on...
DIY Lavender Fabric and Linen Spray
Lavender is a scent that reminds me of summer. If you grow lavender in your flower garden and sit outside, that heavenly scent will drift in and out of your seating area. I find the...
Calendula Oil
Make Calendula oil by infusing Calendula officinalis (marigold flowers) in a carrier oil like olive oil or coconut oil. Use the oil on its own or used to create salves, creams, ointments, and balms.
Planting Wildflower Gardens
Planting Wildflower Gardens A wild-flower garden is one of the most attractive and natural gardens. One thinks of long walks in the woods, collecting material, and then dreaming of a real wildflower garden of your...
You’re a Beautiful Thing
You’re A Beautiful Thing Watercolor flowers and an inspirational You’re a beautiful thing quote is a wonderful way to brighten each and every day
3 Ways to Dry Fruit for the Birds
3 Ways to Dry Fruit for the Birds As the year goes on and the weather turns a little cooler I find myself drying more fruits and berries for the birds. It is a fairly...
Venison Slow Cooker Roast
Venison Slow Cooker Roast Venison roast has a way of coming out tough but this venison slow cooker roast is creamy, moist and full of flavor.
How To Pickle Pickled Eggs The Easy Way
How To Pickle Pickled Eggs The Easy Way How to pickle pickled eggs the easy way. This pickled egg recipe was handed down to me by my grandmother and I think you will agree...
Simple Tray Deck Bird Feeders
Simple Tray Deck Bird Feeders If you are in need of a simple solution to feed your feathered friends but do not have room for traditional feeders, how about simple tray deck bird feeders?
What are Mulberries
Mulberries Today I went out and collected mulberries and I can’t wait to get started making a variety of treats, freezing and drying them. What are mulberries? What can you use them for? Read on.