Home Grown
Discover the joy of growing your own vegetables from spring to fall. Here are some easy-to-grow options:
- Tomatoes - Sun-loving and prolific producers
- Zucchini - Fast-growing summer squash
- Leafy Greens (Lettuce, Spinach, Kale) - Perfect for cool seasons
- Cucumbers - Refreshing and great for pickling
- Carrots - Root vegetables that thrive in loose soil
- Beans (Bush & Pole) - Nitrogen-fixing and abundant
- Peppers (Bell & Chili) - Colorful and versatile
- Radishes - Quick harvest in just 3-4 weeks
- Herbs (Basil, Parsley, Cilantro) - Flavorful additions
- Beets - Dual-purpose roots and greens
- Summer Squash - Productive and space-efficient
- Swiss Chard - Colorful and heat-tolerant greens
Start small, grow what you love to eat!
Home Made
Transform natural materials into beautiful, functional creations with these sustainable projects:
Wool Crafting Journey
- Shearing: Learn humane shearing techniques for sheep and alpaca
- Cleaning: Properly wash and prepare raw wool
- Carding: Align fibers for smooth spinning
- Spinning: Traditional wheel and drop spindle methods
- Dyeing: Natural plant-based dyes from your garden
- Knitting: Start with simple patterns for scarves and hats
Beginner project: Knitted dishcloth (practical and quick to make)
Woodworking Essentials
- Tool Basics: Essential hand tools for beginners
- Wood Selection: Choosing sustainable materials
- Joinery: Simple techniques without nails or screws
- Finishing: Natural oils and waxes for protection
- Safety: Proper workshop practices
Beginner project: Raised garden bed (perfect for your homegrown veggies!)
Create with intention, respect for materials, and love for craft
Home Living
Harmonious living with nature through simple, thoughtful practices:
It's the simple things we do WITH nature that makes us all thrive. This solar-powered birdhouse provides shelter while acting as a LoRa Mesh node - a perfect symbol of coexistence.
Daily Sustainable Practices
- Collect rainwater for garden irrigation
- Compost kitchen scraps to enrich soil
- Plant native species to support local wildlife
- Create habitat corridors with flowering plants
- Practice mindful consumption and waste reduction
- Share harvests and knowledge with neighbors
We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.