I love making cool stuff. Especially when that stuff is free.
Last week I made four grape vine wreaths from wild grape vines I removed when I was cleaning up the front entrance of our neighborhood. I spied the vines on a walk and knew they’d make the perfect wreath forms.
Here’s a quick video showing how to make a grapevine wreath.
The average gardener doesn’t have a sponsor, doesn’t have a greenhouse, and doesn’t have a landscape crew. Here’s the tasks I need to do in the May garden.
Learn the proper way to plant a container-grown arborvitae. This video provides step-by-step instructions to ensure your tree gets off to a great start.
I had big plans to start a garden journal, but I found something better. This year I started using my camera to document my garden and it’s working perfectly.
Learn how to propagate purple heart plants from stem cuttings. The perfect way to get free plants.
I bought treated fabric from Blick Art Supplies and created a pillow using cyanotypes printed on fabric. This technique is fun and a great way to be creative.
November in southern Michigan is a month of extremes. This year, November has been consistent. Grey and cool with shortened days and frosty nights. The garden is taking on its Winter appearance. Once filled with shades of green, it’s now turning the most wonderful shades of gold. Here are some…
