I got some questions about the adorable pup from my weekly check in post this past week. So here’s a formal introduction! This is Disco. He’s a chocolate Yorkie, and he has a lot of sass. Here’s the thing, I’m very much a cat person. But there was just something about this little dog at…
Watering is one of the most important tasks in gardening, but did you know there are multiple ways to do it? The method you choose can impact plant health, water efficiency, and even how much effort you need to put in. Some gardeners prefer hand watering for its precision, while others rely on drip irrigation…
So you have decided what type of sewing you want to do. Great! Now let’s turn to arguably the most important next choice – what type of fabric to use. Choosing the right fabric is just as important as picking the perfect pattern or thread when sewing, quilting, or crafting. Fabric plays a key role…
Well well well, another rainy day. Rainy days in the winter seem just a tiny bit more dreary than rainy days any other time of year. It’s not even like fun rainy, it’s borderline freezing rain and maybe we’ll get a snowflake or two kind of rainy. The gross kind! So I’m staying inside, snuggling…
Oh Newsies. That wonderfully terrible Disney movie from the 90’s that was turned into a hit Broadway show. Let me be up front, I am absolutely biased. I love the Disney movie, even though it was kinda cheesy. I mean, come on, Christian Bale (before his American Pyscho and Batman days) as leader of a…
The title sounds kind of like clickbait, but there actually is a “correct” way to measure flour. Surprise! Measuring flour correctly is one of the easiest ways to improve your baking, and the spoon and level method is the best way to get accurate results every time. Let’s take a closer look at all things…
If you’ve ever wanted to pick up a yarn-based hobby, you’ve probably wondered: what’s the difference between crochet and knitting? Both crafts use yarn to create cozy and beautiful projects, but they have distinct techniques, tools, and results. So what’s the difference? Difference number 1: I don’t knit. Ok but like for real…what’s the difference?…
Well well well…the weather has taken a turn here lately. It’s February in the Appalachians, which means that anything goes. We had snow, we had 60 degree days, and now we have ice. Like MEGA ice. So much ice. We started with lovely snow, and then it changed to sleet. And then to freezing rain….
Starting a garden is an exciting and rewarding endeavor, but before you start digging and planting, one crucial decision can make or break your success – choosing the right location. Where you plant your garden affects everything from how well your plants grow to how much maintenance they require. If you’re ready to create a…
Welcome to Sewing 101! And the first question is…what kind of sewing do you want to do? I’m not talking about techniques, just literally what kind of stuff do you want to make? You’re not sure? That’s totally ok, let’s talk about that! Sewing Clothing This is the type of sewing most people picture when…
