Thirteen years ago I went shopping for my first Netafim supplies. Yesterday I hooked up a section of Netafim that I created about eight years ago to attach to a hose. I have used this particular double-line unit nearly every year since and it worked great yesterday. (Those are some grapes I started from cuttings […]
Variations on a Tiger Zipper Pouch Pencil Case
In keeping with the pencil case theme for grandchildren this year, I am making kitty cases or pouches for the girls. So far they are a big hit. This pattern is for sale on Etsy as Tiger Zippy Critter by Stubbornly Crafty. I have no relationship with this creator other than having purchased the pattern. […]
Amazing Roses on Their Own Rootstock
The grafting of trees and roses on other root stock has long been frustrating to me. I know people think they have their reasons, but I tend to think God knew what he was doing with the original plants. In support of my position are the troubles with rootstock suckers, as well as winter die-back […]
20 Tips and Tricks for Successfully Watering Potted Seedlings
Your seedlings will have three main stages that affect how you water them: Their watering needs will vary according to: There are some basics: Happy planting!
How to Sew a Simple Chicken Pincushion
Make your pattern pieces or decide to measure directly as you cut You can make your chicken from any size square, but I found I liked the 4 inch square size the most. Because I was going to be making several of them, I cut some pattern pieces out of my roll of manila pattern […]
