It’s been a busy week around here and I’ve figured out that I tend to either clean or cook when I’m stressed. Work has been really busy since I’m covering for a coworker while she’s out on maternity leave. What does that mean to me? Let’s see what I can make, can, dehydrate or create. …
Category: Handmade
How I Made Kombucha at Home: A Beginner’s Guide
The author shares their journey of making homemade kombucha, starting by acquiring a SCOBY from a bottle of raw kombucha. After fermentation, the author names the SCOBY twins Myrtle and Betty, eventually downsizing them and considering options for excess SCOBY. Updates reveal the ongoing care and growth of baby SCOBYs.
Terracotta Planter Moisture Hack: A Step-by-Step Guide
To create effective planters, use terracotta pots with plastic bags for moisture retention, add soil, and plant flowers or vegetables, recycling old pots as needed.
DIY Mini Terrarium: A Fun and Low-Maintenance Project
The author creates a tiny terrarium using a cork stopper, vibrant moss, and water. It’s thriving six weeks later with minimal maintenance, showcasing resilience.
Upcycled – Rice Bag eBook Reader Case
The author shares a DIY project to repurpose a small zippered rice bag into a protective carrier for a Kindle. After emptying the rice into jars to keep it fresh, they detail a step-by-step process to create a fabric liner and secure it inside the bag, enhancing functionality and sustainability.
DIY Glass Cube Terrarium with Fern and Granite Stone
The author reminisces about childhood in the 70s and 80s, where neighborhood safety fostered carefree play. Inspired by Mrs. H’s craft lessons, the author recalls making a terrarium. Fast forward 30 years, they engage in crafting again, using various natural materials, including moss and stones collected from travels.