How to Grow Swiss Chard at Home Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris) is known primarily for its striking appearance with dark, leafy greens growing from vivid red stalks. It’s a good source of calcium and contains promising cancer-fighting properties. Throughout history, various parts of the plant have been used to treat everything from ulcers to dandruff. …
Drying Rack Tutorial Ever think your sterile, messy laundry room could be a cozy, welcoming place? This DIY drying rack adds a touch of personality. I came across this drying rack and figured it would be easy to build, plus it’s quite inexpensive! I air-dry anything that could be considered a “favorite” — which means that there …
Cut-Off Jeans… with Fabric Hem and Side Knots Jeans tend to wear out around the knees, and kids they can grow out of an inseam pretty quickly. Cutoffs are easy to make, but without hemming them, they can look sloppy or unfinished. Supplies: An old pair of jeans to cut off Cotton Fabric scraps (amount …
Early Spring Garden Projects Whether spring has sprung or just starting to peek through the winter cold, it will soon be time to get your spring garden planted. Don’t get anxious and start working in the garden too early. Before you break out your trusty garden tools and seed packets, there are a few garden …
Mason Jar Chocolate Easter Bunny Gifts To get a head start preparing for the big Easter celebrations, we thought we’d share this idea! Why is it my immediate reaction to this is to break into the jar and set the bunny free… ok, eat the bunny!! Supplies per jar: Mason jar, wide or regular mouth Easter …
