Four inch diameter PVC pipe makes a sturdy, non-breakable, washable support structure, for a small fabric storage basket. Sewing a circular fabric cover for it involves only 2 seams each for outer fabric and lining, plus whatever method is chosen to finish the top end. I did have a couple of extra seams because I […]
A Simple Organizing of My Blog Post Schedule With You in Mind
For months my blog post schedule as been based on an index card taped to my desk next to my keyboard. (Really, it is attached using clear shelf liner like I talk about in this post about color coded calendar organizing) This simple reference was used every time I sat down to write, to keep some […]
Tapping into the Power of Realistic Challenging Goals
There is a zone between “reaching for the stars” and “biting off more than you can chew” in which we accomplish the most toward our life goals, with the most joy in the process. It is a very personal zone. In it there is a blending of things like talent age skill money social support […]
Freeze Hot Peppers and Bell Peppers for Easy Winter Eating
Both hot peppers and bell peppers have been a very reliable garden crop for me here in southwest Idaho. Not only do they thrive on hot dry weather, but the peppers don’t have to be perfect in order to use them. If they get some sun scorch or are chewed on a bit, it rarely ruins […]
The Organized Garden Harvest
If you have a garden, you are probably already laughing. Saying “organized garden harvest” is kind of like saying “orderly retreat.” If someone claims it, they are probably rewriting history. But every year, I tweak my approach and make progress with my methods. Not only am I learning new techniques that help me, but new ideas […]