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Companion Planting Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Better Gardening

Companion Planting Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Better Gardening

Companion planting might be your new favorite tool if you’re dreaming of a lush, productive garden without relying on chemical pesticides or complicated techniques. It’s a simple, time-tested method of pairing plants that support each other’s growth—and it can make a big difference in your 

How to Start Baking Sourdough the Easy Way

How to Start Baking Sourdough the Easy Way

I started my sourdough journey in 2021 simply for the challenge. I had struggled to make yeasted bread and wanted to see if sourdough would be a better fit. I also loved the health benefits of it, so it seemed like a win-win! Cooking from 

How We Used Our Swiss Family Robinson Novel Study in Our Homeschool

How We Used Our Swiss Family Robinson Novel Study in Our Homeschool

Classic literature uniquely pulls readers into another world, and The Swiss Family Robinson is no exception. In our homeschool, we recently used a Charlotte Mason-inspired novel study guide I created. It turned out to be one of our most memorable learning experiences! The Swiss Family 

Simple Tools You Need to Bake Sourdough Bread at Home

Simple Tools You Need to Bake Sourdough Bread at Home

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Coffee Lovers Guide to the Perfect Coffee Bar

Coffee Lovers Guide to the Perfect Coffee Bar

When it comes to finding the perfect gift, coffee enthusiasts are some of the easiest to shop for. There is always something you can grab for your favorite coffee drinker! Whether they’re a casual coffee drinker or a dedicated home barista, there’s always room to 

Outdoor Space Gift Guide For Indoor People

Outdoor Space Gift Guide For Indoor People

Are you ready to transform your outdoor space into a cozy and stylish retreat? Do you tend to stick to the indoor spaces of your home? This guide will help you achieve a warm and inviting ambiance by blending modern sophistication with boho charm for 

Garden Gift Guide for Her

Garden Gift Guide for Her

Gardening isn’t just a rewarding hobby—it’s a wonderful way to stay active and nurture your well-being. Digging in the dirt and spending time outdoors can boost gut health, keep you moving, and create a peaceful mental escape. If you or someone you know loves gardening, 

Compost 101

Compost 101

You may have heard the term compost before and wondered what it is and why gardeners love it. To put it simply, it is the substance you get when organic material decomposes. Putting your kitchen scraps and lawn clippings in a pile is a great 

Soil Setup

Soil Setup

Soil is the foundation to growing any plant. There are boundless options at the garden center telling you what each is good for. Typically, what’s going to work well for your potted plant won’t be the best option for your raised garden bed. And just 

Vegetable Garden: How to Get Started

Vegetable Garden: How to Get Started

In Spring 2020, we decided to start our garden. I was over the moon excited and ordered a metal-raised bed. I measured it and thought it would be the perfect size to start with. Until it arrived and I saw how small it actually was.