Articles: diy

nightcap mocktail

Calming Herbal Nightcap Mocktail to Mix Before Bed

Whether you’re looking to replace your end-of-the-day cocktail, relax before bed, or want something new to add to your tea,…

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urban gardening

Urban Gardening Tips: No Space? No Problem!

Do you want to learn how to transform your balconies and windowsills into productive vegetable gardens? Try urban gardening! Choosing…

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ginger carrots

Ginger Carrots for a Healthy Gut

Looking for something to munch on that’s both tasty and good for you? These ginger carrots are a healthy snack…

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pesto

Make a Foraged, Immune-Boosting Pesto for Spring

Spring is finally here! Put your cooking and foraging skills to the test with this seasonal, delicious garlic mustard pesto…

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bread

Knead Some Bread Baking Inspiration?

Any bread baker can tell you: After you take that first loaf out of the oven, you’ll never want to…

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making sauerkraut

Making the Best Sauerkraut on Earth in Four Simple Steps: Chop, Salt, Pack, Wait

Make your own delicious, healthy, probiotic sauerkraut! Four easy steps are all you need to turn fresh garden veggies into…

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tomatoes growing

DIY Seed Bank: The Seed Series

A do-it-yourself seed bank is simply your own frozen stash of seeds set aside for long-term storage. The best seed…

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tree sap buckets

Maple Syrup 101: Spouts, Tapping, and Trees

Everything’s better with maple syrup. So what better way to solidify your love for all things maple than to learn…

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Create Your Own Chèvre Using Natural Ingredients

Making cheese at home may seem like a time and labor-intensive process — but what if you could have a…

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Author Ben Falk

Perennial Power: Why You Need Perennials in Your Garden

Keeping up with a garden can be a lot of work; luckily, there’s a secret weapon that will take away…

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miso

How to Make A Basic Miso Paste

There are reasons that miso paste has become popular around the world: it’s versatile, relatively inexpensive, and can be made…

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ricotta

Say Cheese! A Simple & Fast Ricotta Cheese Recipe

Cheese lovers, it’s time to add another recipe to your list! Make this easy (and cheesy) ricotta recipe at home…

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gardening tools

Must-Have Tools for Successful Indoor Gardening

Who says cold weather has to stop you from gardening? With the right tools, you’ll be all set to create…

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Build Your Own Cold Frame: Get a Jump on the Planting Season

Extend your planting season with a cold frame! Building your own cold frame is a simple way to keep growing…

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blue cheese

How To Make Blue Cheese

Attention, moldy cheese lovers — this recipe is for you! “Moldy” isn’t usually a quality we look for in our food;…

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Natural Yogurt: Using Kefir As A Yogurt Starter

Yogurt making is having a moment. See what all the fun is about by making your own natural yogurt! This recipe…

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winter gardening

Winter Gardening Without Heated Greenhouses

Think you can’t enjoy winter gardening without a heated greenhouse? Think again. As long as you’re adding layers to keep…

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soothe coughs

How to Decipher and Soothe Coughs: A Guide to Getting Through Cold & Flu Season

During cold and flu season, finding an alternative way to soothe coughs could save you an unnecessary trip to the…

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wreath

How To Create A Homemade Wreath

From clipping the proper branches to tying the right knots, building a wreath takes patience and precision. Create this holiday…

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axe

DIY: How to Make Your Own Hatchet

Ever wanted to make your own hatchet? Then today’s your lucky day! With some scrap steel, a hacksaw, a file, a…

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red wine salt

Red Wine Salt: A Bold and Flavorful Seasoning

Add a rich and robust twist to your meals with help from red wine salt! This delicious seasoning is a…

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vinegar

The Vibrance of Vinegar: Methods to Make Vinegar From Scratch

Homemade vinegar is a delicious ingredient in many foods and drinks: quick pickles, soups, sauces, salad dressings, desserts, jams, and…

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grow mushrooms

Grow Mushrooms on Your Jeans. Seriously.

Do you have an old, worn-out pair of jeans in your dresser? Instead of throwing them out, try to grow…

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fallen leaves

How to Make Mulch With Fallen Leaves

The leaves are falling, which means it’s time to start raking and figuring out what to do with them. This…

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crab apples

The Surprisingly Sweet Secret of Crab Apples

Visiting an orchard to pick apples is fun, but foraging for crab apples in your neighborhood is even better. These small…

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