Category: Lifestyle

Medical Uses of Honey

Today, more and more people are finding out about the medical-uses-of-honey. Why does honey offer you so many health benefits? Simply put, it’s mainly because of its super healthy ingredients. Honey is jam-packed with all kinds of vitamins, minerals and other healthy contents that are beneficial to your overall health. Antibacterial Agents When harmful bacteria …

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Free Crochet Pattern: Simple Granny Square

Today I want to share my simple pattern for a granny square. The granny square is one of the basics of crochet, and from this, you can create a variety of different kinds of blankets.  In fact, in the next post, I will show you a pattern for a baby blanket starting with this exact …

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Kids Play: Get Creative With Baking Soda

To unleash creativity and encourage scientific inquiry, it’s important to stimulate a child’s mind with exploration and play. Often, this is as simple as turning to your own kitchen cupboards. Baking soda, for example, along with other household products, is a key ingredient for activities and projects. Rain or shine, for birthdays or class projects, …

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Art and Vegetables for Everyone at Tomato Art Fest

the tomato,star of earth, recurrentand fertilestar,displaysits convolutions,its canals,its remarkable amplitudeand abundance,no pit,no husk,no leaves or thorns,the tomato offersits giftof fiery colorand cool completeness. -from Ode to Tomatoes, Pablo Neruda Neruda understood the suggestive majesty of the tomato, that culinary conundrum – both a fruit and a vegetable!, omnipresent and visually intriguing, memorialized as much on Warhol’s soup can as …

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Crochet Card Project: Loss of Pet Sympathy Card

A sympathy note will always be welcome.Take the time to send a card to let someone know you’re thinking of them.This card can bring comfort for the loss of a cat or dog.Linda ❤️ Supplies 5½ x 4¼ card Paw Print Scrapbook Paper Solid Color Scrapbook Paper Yarn: #3 lightweight yarn in dk gray or …

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Free Crochet Pattern: Spotted Owl Pot Holder

This cute owl pot holder is made by using three strands of yarn at a time. This way, the pot holder turns out nice and thick! I also love the look of the large stitches, and it saves a bit of time. Due to the nature of crochet, there may still be “holes” in the …

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The Child’s Canvas

One thing that I have noticed over the years is that art has moved from beautiful canvases to beautiful prints on your wall. Gone are the days where you have one or two canvases and many art buyers are spending hundreds on a print. Sure there really isn’t a need for a canvas anymore but …

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Crochet Card Project: Oh Baby!!

This adorable handmade card is perfect for an expecting mother, new baby, or shower! Add a personal touch with this card combining cardmaking and crochet to make someone smile. ❤️ Supplies: Baby Stickers Baby themed scrapbook paper Yarn, yellow and small amount white #3 lightweight yarn Crochet hook size B Adhesive Photo Sticker Squares Tiny Alphabet …

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Guide to Raising Rabbits: How to Have Happy Bunnies

Raising a rabbit is a joyful and rewarding experience. They are tame creatures but they can be playful at times, too. However, caring for a rabbit takes a lot of effort and work, so this guide to raising rabbits should help you remember a few tips, especially if you are a newbie with rabbits. Adequate …

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The Camper’s Delight: Wax Fire Starters

I am a big fan of camping, at least until I get out to it.  Usually, my biggest gripe with camping is trying to get a campfire lit to take the chill out of the morning.  Everyone is huddled around a dead campfire, teeth chattering, waiting for something to happen so they can warm up …

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