When aprons first made their appearance in the domestic kitchen, it was to serve a purpose…to keep the wearer clean. At that time, most clothing was handmade and took hours to construct, so if an article of clothing became stained, it was not a matter of simply tossing it out and running down to the […]
5 Benefits of Making Your Own Seed Tape
One of the joys of springtime is planting seeds. We can’t wait to get our hands in the soil. We are buoyed by fresh air, sunshine, and the promise of our garden-to-be. Who wouldn’t be excited by that? However, as gardeners, we face one common frustration; how to properly plant tiny seed. Tiny seed can […]
10 Steps to Prevent Food Waste
Modern refrigerators are a wonderful thing. They have many more features compared to models used by our grandparents: automatic ice makers, water dispensers, water filters, slide-out drawers, and side-by-side refrigerator/freezer convenience. One other feature that may not be immediately noticeable is the size. Refrigerators are so much larger compared to those made 50 years ago. […]
Urban Homestead in Winter: The Work Doesn't Stop
Growing up on a farm in Iowa, I have vivid memories of my hard-working dad. He was up every morning to milk the cow, then tending to the rest of the of the livestock, and finally… the rest of the chores in order of importance. This cycle repeated itself every day. It didn’t matter of […]
Posole Verde:Flavor in Every Bite
One of the things that I enjoy about winter is the assortment of soups and stews. They are thick, hearty, and packed full of flavor. Yet, one main ingredient that I reach for over and over again in my pantry is posole. It provides such texture and corn flavor unique to this particular ingredient. While […]
Quick and Easy: Making Newspaper Pots
Starting seeds at home can be a wonderful experience. You have thumbed through catalogs, spun racks with seed packets at local nurseries, and have narrowed down your selections. Now with seeds in hand, you are ready to start them indoors. You have soil, lighting, and a place set aside for them, but now you wonder […]