I forgot how much work it is to get a house ready to sell... It's making me downright cranky! All. This. Cleaning. The good news is I am finally getting things somewhat organized and ready. Then I can move on to the fun posts...staging this old house and sharing some of our ... [ Read More ]
Make Your Own Green Cleaning Products
Homemade Green Cleaning Products Cleaners or cleansers? Kind of the tomato versus tomatoe, potato vs potatoe debate Whichever way you say it, going green helps in a variety of ways! Why Go Green with Cleaning Products? Have any of y'all heard how dramatically the number of ... [ Read More ]
3 Quick Tips to Make Tulips Last Longer
The Care and Feeding of Tulips Don't you just love a sunny bunch of tulips in the midst of a cold and grey winter? But they sure can be tricky little rascals to keep alive if you aren't careful... Over the years, I've learned more than a few tricks. So if I buy them fresh I ... [ Read More ]
10 Minute Valentine’s Day Centerpiece
Using Grocery Store Roses to Make a Valentine's Day Centerpiece Are you a rose person? I am. But not of the traditional red roses. Give me funky colors and pretty blends like the ones above. I try to track this color down every year when I'm making my Valentine's Day ... [ Read More ]
Virtual Garden Tour of the Best Garden Blogs on the Web
My Favorite Garden Blogs Most of us who love to dig in the dirt are too busy getting down and dirty during spring, summer and fall to spend much time online visiting garden blogs. But the winter months are different. They are the perfect time to kick back with a cup of hot ... [ Read More ]