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June 25, 2019 0 comments

8 Ways to Keep Birds Out of the Garden

How do You Keep Birds Away from Your Garden? Since moving out to the country several years ago, I have learned a lot about growing a large garden. One of the things I had to learn quickly was how to keep birds out of the garden. I do love birds, I really do.…

June 23, 2019 0 comments

How to Store Rice

Q: I bought 20 lb bag of rice and am thinking about how to store it. I have been searching for air tight container that can hold 20 pounds. The rice bag doesn’t look that great and I want some neat container for it. I have 2 bags of rice and 1 bag of flour…

June 22, 2019 0 comments

Lemon Ginger Kombucha

I have had a lot of fun trying out new kombucha flavors this summer. In fact, I have three gallons of kombucha brewing at this very moment. This week I tried making lemon ginger kombucha for the first time, and it is amazing. You probably already know that kombucha has many health benefits, but…

June 21, 2019 0 comments

Removing Armpit Odors from Shirts

Removing Armpit Odors with Vinegar Use about a cup of white vinegar in the rinse cycle of your washing machine. You can even put the vinegar directly on the stain (I would probably only do this on cottons). If you are looking for a quick fix, Defunkify Active Wear Laundry Detergent powder is…

June 17, 2019 0 comments

Best Natural Fertilizer for Tomatoes

DIY Tomato Plant Food I love growing tomatoes in my garden every year. They are a must for canning my homemade salsa. Over the years I have learned some tips for growing tomatoes. Here is the best natural fertilizer for tomatoes. Using Epsom Salt to Fertilize Tomatoes Many people wonder if epsom…