Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it's officially time to start decorating for Christmas. Looking for inspiration? You've come to the right place. We've put together 25 ideas to help you get started planning your perfect country Christmas. These metal Christmas trees are a perfect addition for a little rustic look. From RustinRose A different take... Continue Reading →
I've been thinking about ways we can extend our growing season. Why wait to plant in May when we can plant lettuce and other cold weather crops in March? And what about harvesting kale and Brussel sprouts in December or January? So I started building these cold frames that fit over the raised beds. They... Continue Reading →
This post is really about a distressing technique I tried over the weekend and wanted to share with you. But it's also a story about a tired old bookcase that's almost 40 years old. When I was growing up, my parents were extremely poor. My dad worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad until he hurt... Continue Reading →
I have an affection for benches. Especially old and worn benches from days gone by. And since we have some space to fill in our turn of the century farmhouse, I thought a turn of the century bench would be a good addition. But I didn't want to go out and buy one. I thought... Continue Reading →
Crisp mornings. Falling leaves. Thanksgiving. Autumn is in the air and that means the outdoor activities will soon move indoors. Family and friends sitting around the table, sharing a meal and good conversation. Why not make an eye-catching centerpiece that will serve as a focus point and bring it all together? It Started With A... Continue Reading →
Every year Christmas arrives on December 25th (duh!) Every year I tell myself I'm going to get a jump on gifts. Every year I'm scrambling and wishing I had taken more time to be prepared. Well, I'm determined to do a better job this year, even though we're already half way through October. There's still... Continue Reading →
Autumn has been knocking on the door. The midwest summer heat has been trying to linger, and with it the incredible thunderstorms, but there is a sudden coolness to each morning that is certainly welcome. This is my favorite time of year. But with autumn there also comes a certain awareness that soon the weather... Continue Reading →