Find out what happens when you have four days to decorate the Forest Service wagon for the 135th Annual Rose Parade.
Jackie Richardson whips up these simple DIY Thumbprint Heart Magnets with her kids, to give as sentimental gifts this Valentine’s Day.
Harsh winter cold and dry heat from forced air systems, along with various allergens, can cause bad eczema flares this season. The Survival Mom gives us a recipe to make homemade eczema lotion that is easy and natural in this featured post.
Our teen writer, Anna, took an interest in growing and drying okra for crafts this year. Find out how you can dry these amazing pods for future arts and crafts, too.
This collection of DIY Thanksgiving Crafts & Recipes serves up easy and delicious items for your table.
Jackie Richardson adds style to an outdated, second-hand oak frame in this easy craft for DIY Thrifted Beaded Frames.
Babbs and the grands make bubble art pictures, which look, strangely enough, like nuclear test photos.
The aptly-named writer Rose tells us why and how to add a spiral garden to your landscaping in this guest post.
Metal detecting in the water adds an element of excitement which is not usually a part of searching on land.
Teen writer Anna researched the history of victory gardens, and found out that even kids participated back in the day. Find out more about her family’s victory garden, too.
Jackie Richardson tells us how to make these colorful and whimsical DIY Mushroom Garden Markers, using spray paint and vintage shoe trees.
Babbs details how to use lavender in special crafts in this lavender round-up, which includes flax bags, linen spray, soap and sachet bags.
Babbs gives us a redbud roundup, based on her past kitchen triumphs with using the lovely little blossoms in jelly, shortbread and now, a pound cake.
Rogue Preparedness shares a list of uncomplicated prepping tasks to do RIGHT NOW to get you and your family prepared.
Jackie Richardson sources inspiration images for easy home décor ideas that incorporate elements that honor an outdoor lifestyle.
Babbs takes a page out of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s book and makes a batch of snow candy out of maple syrup.
Christmas isn’t all about gifts, but if you’re still looking for something nice for that special person, Rogue Preparedness has a few ideas!
We dip into the archives to find some of our favorite Thanksgiving posts, to help encourage our readers’ joyful, holiday spirits.
Finding herself with extra Mod Podge and a bunch of dried leaves and flowers, along with a few white pumpkins, Babbs and her sister whip up these DIY Mod Podge Pumpkins.
Our favorite teenager, Anna, spent time grave rubbing in old cemeteries in New York. Find out how to do this interesting and revealing task.
Babbs and Grand #8 get busy making donut hole acorns for fall treats. Find out how easy and fast this recipe can be, and add it to your tailgate or church potluck contribution this fall.
Babbs whips up some nutritious Jack-O-Lantern fruit cups with the grands, and also highlights past Halloween crafts you can do with your kids.
Babbs breaks out the snacklebox on a family boating trip. Find out what she packed, and how she became the perfect purveyor of snacks.
Learn how to make these easy and inexpensive DIY Spindle Corn decorations for your home this fall, using just a few items.
Jackie Richardson rounds up summer crafts from the archives. These activities will help you beat the heat while you spend time indoors.
Jackie Richardson uses the Hugelkultur process to fill her new raised garden beds. This sustainable method saves time and money.
Learn how to make these easy and vibrant Valentine’s Day Cards, using plain white greeting cards, markers and coffee filters.
Jackie Richardson enlists the help of her kids to decorate Thank You Cards, and reflects on the importance of mailing out appreciation.
Are you ready for Christmas? We’ve rounded up a few crafts, decor and recipe ideas to help you enjoy the holiday.
Jackie Richardson digs in her craft cabinet to find the materials for these cute and easy Pinecone Gnome Christmas Ornaments.
Our teen writer, Anna, uses pokeberries and wood cookies to make this natural and beautiful wood Christmas ornament craft.