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How To Dry Herbs From Your Summer Garden

bundles of sage, rosemary, and mint hanging to dry on peg rails

There are many different methods to drying herbs but I'm going to show you how to dry herbs from your summer garden the easiest way possible. We will walk through the steps of how to hang dry herbs Continue Reading

How To Build A DIY Shaker Peg Rail

DIY shaker peg rail hung on the wall holding two baby bibs and a macrame mobile

Today I'm going to show you how to build a DIY shaker peg rail. There are so many great uses for them and they have a classic & clean look to them all while being very functional. What Is A Continue Reading

8 Essentials For Backyard Chickens

two backyard chickens standing outside on the grass

Here is a list of 8 essentials for backyard chickens that will help them stay happy & healthy so you get the best eggs possible. These essentials are all very important and if even a few are Continue Reading

How To Build A DIY Planter Box

DIY planter box sitting on top of river rocks next to a grey house with purple flowers hanging behind it

Today I'm going to teach you how to build a DIY planter box that is great for flowers & herbs. It's cheap to make, easy to move around, and the perfect addition to spruce up your outdoor area. Continue Reading

How To Make A DIY Cucumber Trellis

garden with DIY cucumber trellis placed overtop cucumber plants

Today I'm going to show you how to make a DIY cucumber trellis that will save you space in your garden. This is the first year that we are taking gardening head on and really trying to grow a good Continue Reading

How To Build A DIY Headboard Shelf

diy headboard shelf with queen size bed in front with blue blanket on top with grey pillows on bed

This is such a fun and easy project and I'm going to show you how to build a DIY headboard shelf. It frames your bed, acting as a headboard, and also provides a nice shelf for you to place items on. Continue Reading

How To Build Raised Garden Beds

DIY raised garden bed sitting on grass

Today I'm going to show you how to build raised garden beds. It's an easy DIY that will last you years to come and create the perfect environment for your fruits, vegetables, & herbs. This Continue Reading

How To Make A DIY IKEA Children’s Bookshelf

two diy ikea children's bookshelves hanging on the wall with books displayed

The wooden bookshelf from IKEA, that is pictured on all the Montessori playrooms, is so hard to come by so I'm going to should you how to make a DIY IKEA Children's Bookshelf. I have literally waited Continue Reading

How To Start Flower Seeds Indoors

watered soil pods with sunflower seeds inserted

Spring is upon us and this is a great time to learn how to start flower seeds indoors. I'm sure we are all itching to soak up some sunshine outdoors and get our hands in the dirt. Winter can be fun, Continue Reading

Cheap & Easy DIY Compost Bin

DIY compost bin made from a metal trash can sitting on top of two cinder blocks

My husband and I were searching for an easy DIY compost bin when we moved into our first home last May. It's cheap, portable, you can make it in 10 minutes and it's easy to clean out. You can secure Continue Reading

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