Recently, I was shopping around for some new bedding to replace my old bedding with “kid art” all over it. I found a print that I liked on sale, and it was even organic cotton. Honestly, organic cotton hasn’t been on my “must have” list for bedding; it has been a “nice to have” feature. […]
We’ve been talking about organic gardening lately; have you been inspired to start your own little garden? Last week, we talked about keeping your garden organic and pest-free with all- natural insecticides and pest repellents. Maybe you don’t want to spend time spraying for bugs? I don’t blame you; I don’t either. That’s why I’m […]
Are you growing a vegetable garden this summer? Once seedlings begin sprouting up, it’s time to think about guarding your garden against pests. These sneaky little nibblers will gnaw on leaves, stems, and roots, killing your plant directly or slowly poisoning them. You can buy commercial insecticides and kill the bugs, but those bug-killing chemicals […]
Is an organic vegetable garden on your to do list this summer? Here’s why it should be: it is hands down, inarguably, the BEST way to save money on organic produce! Have you bought organic bell peppers lately? These are a staple in my kitchen and cost about $4-6 per pound (organic), about the same […]
Have you been seed shopping lately? I went earlier this week and left slightly confused, mildly overwhelmed, and completely empty-handed. Granted, gardening does not come naturally to me. To those that have had some gardening success, it’s probably less daunting. After three years of repeated failure, I’ve decided it’s time to figure this thing out! […]
We’ve been talking about local produce and CSA’s- ways to find great, organic produce for a good price. Now, we’re going to talk about the cheapest way to get the best organic produce – gardening! There is a saying that “growing your own food is like growing your own money.” We’ve been trying to grow […]
We have recently talked about the benefits of the Farmer’s Market as well as the differences of organic vs. local produce. In all this produce talk, we have yet to mention a produce program that everyone should know about. Let me tell you about CSA or Community Supported Agriculture that supports local farmers and and […]
Last week, we talked about shopping at your local farmers market and how to save money on fresh, seasonal produce. Did you get out and visit a farmers market? Any stellar finds to share? Today, we’re going to learn a bit more about what makes produce “local”. Is it a better choice than certified organic […]
These marshmallow chicks turned out delicious. However, they are not the easiest recipe. There is a bit of candy-making technique involved, and you’re going to need some special tools: candy thermometer, stand mixer, piping bag, tips, and patience. Are they worth it? Eh. If you REALLY want marshmallow chicks and refuse to buy the kind […]
