Agnes Farside
Agnes loves writing on a wide range of topics, but craft and gardening articles are her favorite. She may be a 'techie' during the day, but her evenings and weekends are filled working on one of her many craft projects, from quilting to painting to embroidery work, and more. She has enjoyed doing all types of crafts for over 40 years. During the spring, summer and early fall months, you will find her in her garden, tending to her vegetables, herbs and flowers. She has taken herbal courses and attended the Master Gardener program in her area.
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I’m Sick of the Whiners!Is greed more evil than envy?
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Make a Ruffled Heart Lap Quilt for Valentine’s DayDo you want to make your sweetheart feel loved and warm this Valentine’s Day? Why not make them a ruffled heart lap quilt to snuggle under while watching their favorite television program.
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Tips for Growing Salad BlendsFor those who do not know, a salad blends seed package is a package of seeds made up of several different kinds of lettuce.
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Decorate Windows and Doorways on Valentine’s Day with Red and White Heart GarlandYou can add a romantic and fun mood to your dinner-for-two by dressing your windows and doorways with garland made of red and white hearts.
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How to Alter a Summer Wedding Dress for a Winter WeddingA few inexpensive additions and easy alterations can transform a summer wedding dress into a gorgeous winter wedding gown.
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What Is Sustainable Gardening?Certain factors and elements supply substance and nourishment to a garden in order for it to survive, with little effort provided from a gardener. -
Book Design Ideas for the Young Author ProgramEach grade level has different requirements, but all must present their writing in book form with a back and front cover.
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How to Make a Christmas Wall Quilt That Includes a Lighted Christmas TreeI decided what my quilt needed was Christmas lights. Except, how was I going to get Christmas lights on a wall quilt?
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10 Christmas Facts of YesteryearHow many people know when the first Christmas tree was erected at Windsor Castle or which state was last to make Christmas a legal holiday?
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Jigsaw Puzzles - a Gardeners Winter Hobbyknow that sounds funny, but if I start putting together puzzles before Christmas, everything else stops. My holiday shopping is put on hold until the last minute.
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Guide to Growing Sweet PotatoesSweet potatoes are not just for Thanksgiving. They are good all year long, and nothing tastes better than the sweet potatoes you have grown in your own garden.
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Make Patchwork Christmas Cards for Your Quilting FriendsThis holiday season surprise your quilting friends with homemade, patchwork Christmas cards.
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Occupy St. Louis – the Tent People - Protest or Commune?What is happening at Keiner Plaza does not resemble a protest. Keiner Plaza has become a community of people who live in tents and beg for money to keep them living in tents.
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A Guide to Winter CompostingOrganic gardeners know that the end of summer does not mean an end to composting. -
Design and Make Your Own Boot Bracelets Using Recycled JewelryI thought about purchasing a couple boot bracelets, but having a surplus of jewelry craft items, and wanting the bracelets to match my personal outfits, I decided this would be a great craft project to do myself. -
Newspaper in the Old-Fashioned GardenWhat use did newspaper have for gardeners of yesteryear; and are modern day gardeners reverting to this use? -
4 Different Ways for Your Child to Display Their Summer Seashell CollectionA seashells arrangement on top of a dresser is a great way to display your child’s collection, but there are better, more colorful and useful ways for your child to show off their seashells. -
How to Make a Refrigerator Christmas Tree for Your Preschooler to DecorateA Christmas tree that does not take up space and can give your child hours of redecorating enjoyment is a refrigerator Christmas tree. -
Clean the Junk Off Your Computer to Help it Run FasterWhile checking out the number of programs and files in the directories on my computer, flashes of the houses on the hoarding shows started popping up in my mind.
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Weight-bearing and Weight Lifting Routines to Help Fibromyalgia and OsteoporosisAfter consulting with both my doctors, researching these diseases and a few exercise programs online, and reading several books, I was able to put together a fitness routine that helps me keep both diseases in check.
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5 Top Rated Kid Kraft Kitchen Play Sets Under $200One brand that stands out among the rest is KidKraft kitchen play sets.
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Could Prison Be Your Retirement Plan?Just like having to plan for a regular retirement program, going to prison also requires some thought and planning.
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How to Make a Crossword Puzzle Quilt Out of Nickel SquaresA crossword puzzle quilt is also a great way to express your feelings because you can put letters in the squares that spell out messages. -
Using Different Types of Plant TiesIt seems like every couple of years, manufacturers come out with new, inventive ways to prop up garden plants, and I am always looking for the latest and greatest in any type of garden tool or gadget.
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How to Make an Inexpensive Landscape Design BoardA better and more economical way to help keep you within your landscaping budge is to make your own landscape design board. -
Cowboys and Aliens Steals Scenes, and Look-a-like Props from Past SiFi Movies?From the very beginning, I started noting similarities between this movie and past science fiction thrillers. -
Why Obama is Wrong About Taxing Those People that Make Over $250,000Personally, I do not know any person who makes $250,000, but I do know several companies that make well over $250,000 and none owns a jet.
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5 Back to School Craft Ideas for Your Child's LockerToday, most elementary schools provide young children with their own lockers, making it a great place to add personal touches and keep your child organized. -
Getting My Body Back on Track After FibromyalgiaThe weight gain aside, the antidepressant did not even help the Fibromyalgia pain.
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Children Can Use Nature and Paint to Make Unique PicturesThese paintings are fun and easy to do and require very little adult help or supervision. -
When Designing Your Landscape, Consider Trees with Beautiful BarkThe bark of some trees can add beautiful colors to many landscapes, especially during the long winter months after all the greenery has died away. -
Illinois Adds SIDS Provision to 1969 Child Care ActThe new law mandates that child care providers be required to be trained every three years.
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10 Websites that Offer Patriotic Wallpapers and ScreensaversPatriotic decorations need not be restricted to just Independence Day, as there are many ways to display your patriotism throughout the year. -
Do You Prefer Counted Cross-stitch Kits or Charts?Both counted cross-stitch kits and charts have their advantages and disadvantages. -
5 Things to Know Before Hiring a Professional LandscaperWhat qualities should a homeowner look for in a professional landscaper? What questions should they ask when meeting with a professional landscaper? -
Choosing Low Maintenance Materials for Your HardscapeHardscape refers to the permanent structures in your yard such as patios, walkways, decks, fences, and retaining walls. -
Garden Resident WildlifeAlthough I consider all garden creatures to be wildlife, such as earthworms, snails, slugs, nematodes, and other tiny creatures, I would like to give a small rundown on the larger mammals that frequent gardens and whether they are friend or foe. -
What Do You Really Know About Earthworms and Your Garden Soil?Earthworms drag live debris such as leaves into the soil where it is broken down into the bacteria that forms the organic matter in rich soil. -
Help Reduce or Eliminate Wrinkles by Using Natural CosmeticsBesides being an alternative for synthetic cosmetics that may cause allergic reactions, natural cosmetics also provide many benefits that reduce or eliminate wrinkles. -
The Presidential Election 2008 and 2012Presidential election.
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Choosing the Right Gardening Glove to UseGood gloves are a necessity for gardeners and having the right gloves for the right job plays a huge part with the care of your hands and getting the job done well. -
How to Make a Tranquility Spot in Your Garden with Sunflowers and BeansA sunflower and bean hut will help screen the sun and provide me a peaceful place to commune with nature. -
What the How-to Books May Not Tell You About Garden Rock PaintingHere are a few tips you may not find in how-to books regarding rock painting. -
Use a Garbage Bag for a Compost BinIf you feel an open compost bin is too revealing for your yard, or you do not have the money to purchase a commercial bin, try using a large plastic garbage bag. -
Plant Hybrid Vegetable Seeds for Your Patio or Deck GardenThe engineering scientists got it right when they developed hybrid vegetables for container gardens. -
Glazebrook Park in Godfrey, Illinois - 2011 Summer Movie ScheduleWith the sponsorship of Liberty Bank in Godfrey Illinois, the Godfrey Parks and Recreation Department is hosting three free outdoor movie nights through the long summer months. -
Memorial Day Braided Bottle Cap Charm BraceletOne way to observe this special day is to make a Memorial Day braided bottle cap charm bracelet in honor of a deceased member of your family. -
A Simple but Stylish Wedding Veil Anyone Can MakeThe total cost for making the wedding veil was approximately $12.56, not counting the pattern. -
Alton, Illinois Block Parties - 2011The Downtown Alton Incorporated organizers host a block party one Saturday evening a month from May through September.
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5 Garden Tilling Tips for Single WomenOver the years, through trial and error, I discovered some of the things my father showed me were not as easy for me as they had been for him, especially when I was a single woman. -
5 Mistakes to Avoid Regarding Your 401(k) Retirement PlanIf you are not familiar with how 401(k) retirement plans work, you could find yourself employed longer than you had anticipated.
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How to Create a Sexy, Messy Hair BunA messy bun gives you a sexy look any time of day or night and is not hard to create. -
The Human LeechDo you know one?
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A Review of the Toyota RAV4After researching several different vehicles, in late March of 2008, I purchased my first Toyota RAV4, Limited Edition. -
My First English Racer 3-Speed BicycleMy birthday arrived and to my surprise and delight, my parents bought me a new Sears English Racer ("English Racer" was what we called this type of bicycle in the 1960's), three-speed bicycle.
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Best Practice Baseball Fields in the Alton/Godfrey, Illinois AreaGordon F. Moore Park, Godfrey Ball Park Old and New, and Rock Spring Park standout from all the rest as havng the best practice baseball fields in the area.
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How to Thin Indoor, Outdoor and Container SeedlingsWhether you start your seeds indoors or straight in the garden, you will need to do some thinning. -
Make a Satin and Lace Picture Frame for Mother's DayRemember your mom on Mother's Day with this lovely handmade picture frame. -
Local TV Stations Sponsor Cardinal Baseball Opening Day EventsA sea of red will descend on the St. Louis downtown area as Cardinal baseball fans attend opening day events.
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Different Types of Seedling PotsSome gardeners still use the old tried and true containers; however, they now have a wide variety of ready-made seedling pots they can purchase for growing their plants.
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How to Grow Kiss-Me-Over-The-Garden-Gate FlowersWhen I see Kiss-me-over-the-garden-gate, I think of the Foxtail weed or a caterpillar.
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Illinois to Tax Retirement Incomes? Another Reason to Leave the StateAlthough it has been discussed many times in the past, taxing retirement incomes in the state of Illinois may soon become a reality.
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Use Flowers and Stones to Create Words in Garden AreasGardeners can express their feelings and traits by creating words in their gardens using flowers, stones and bushes.
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Charlie Sheen: the New Poster Boy of Movie Stars Gone BadLike many stars before him, Charlie Sheen has now become the poster boy of movies stars gone bad.
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Hiking Trails in the Alton/Godfrey, Illinois AreaPere Marquette State Park, Glazebrook Park, and along The Great River Road are three of my favorite places for hiking in the Alton/Godfrey, Illinois area.
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No-Sew Family Tree Wall Hanging for Your Family ReunionFor your next family reunion, why not make a family tree wall hanging that can be hung year-after-year. -
Recycle Hollowed Out Eggs to Create Easter Holliday Decor - a Green IdeaHollowed out eggs can be decorated and displayed in many different ways, adding beauty and in some cases, elegance, to your Easter Holiday decor. -
Recycle Everyday Items into Easter Baskets: A Green IdeaAn Easter basket made from a recyclable item does not mean it will not be beautiful.
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The Year My Uncle Bought Me an Easter DressMy fondest Easter memory is how Uncle Perry walked to town to buy me a new dress for Easter.
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Best Nintendo Wii Game for Fibromyalgia Sufferers- EA Sports Active 1EA Sports Active 1 is a great workout program for people with Fibromyalgia for several reasons; one being you can create your workouts to fit your locations of pain or pressure points.
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Springtime Gardening InformationBesides gardens, seedlings, perennials, pots, tools, and other gardening items/chores need to be added to the gardener's spring list of things to do. -
Decorating Your Home with Wall CalendarsMany people would not consider using a calendar as a wall decoration in their home; however, one that is tastefully made and strategically placed can add a functional elegance to any room.
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Illinois Students Have No Homework Assignments, It's ISAT Time AgainIt is ISAT (Illinois Standard Achievement Test) time. -
Best Donut Shops in the Alton/Godfrey, Illinois AreaIf you live in or are visiting the Alton/Godfrey Illinois area, and have a craving for donuts, check out one these great bakeries. -
How to Make a Mat to Store Jigsaw PuzzlesI started looking at what jigsaw puzzle mats were made from and realized I could make one myself. -
Native Wildflowers of IllinoisAfter getting my garden established the following summer at my new home, I decided to have a vegetable garden instead of wildflowers, and now, four years later, I find myself wanting my Illinois wildflowers back.
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How to Make a Valentine Circle of Hearts Decoration from Wooden HeartsDecorate your table or wall with a circle of valentine hearts. -
Make Heart Pins Out of Dough for Valentine's Day - A Children's CraftWe thought about making them out of construction paper or cardboard, but then my grandson suggested dough.
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Valentine Heart Quilt Block Made from Fabric StripsA simple valentine heart quilt block for the beginning quilter. -
Simple Holiday Home Decorations for Aging ParentsHere are a few suggestions for simple holiday home decorations for aging parents.
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My Osteoporosis Has Gotten Worse?When I went back for the test results, my doctor said the DEXA scan showed the bone density in my lower back was -2.5.
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Revitalizing Potting Soiln the spring when I first place my plants back outside to enjoy the warm summer sun and fresh air, I revitalize the soil that helps give them nutrients to grow strong and healthy.
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This Valentine's Day Say "I Love You" with Red and White CarnationsA vase filled with a bouquet of red and white carnations are more meaningful when it comes to saying, "I love you" than any other flower. -
Choosing the Right Sewing ThimbleMade from metal, wood, bone, leather, and plastic, which thimble is right for you.
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How to Make No-Sew Lace and Satin Heart Shaped Sachets for Valentine's DayHeart shaped lace and satin sachets require very few materials and are easy to make, as there is no sewing involved, unless you choose to add a few stitches. -
Make a Snowman Bucket for Snow Time Fun Out of Recycled MaterialsAfter their snowman has been built, they will race around looking for an old hat, scarf, something to use as eyes, nose and mouth, and maybe even an old pipe to stick in his mouth.
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No-Sew Cloth Valentine Pencil Toppers - A Child's CraftWhen Valentine's Day is over, cards are thrown away, but a Valentine pencil topper will last as long as the pencil.
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How to Grow a Toothache PlantIts name comes from its ability to numb the mouth slightly when the leaves or flowers are chewed. -
Seed Collections vs. Individual Seed PacketsWhich is better? Individual seed packages or seed collections? You decide.
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How to Make Snow Globe Ornaments from Recycled Christmas CardsOver the Christmas holiday, I came up with a new idea on how to recycle Christmas cards into beautiful ornaments to display on your tree. -
Eggplants from Around the WorldOver hundred, if not thousands of years, many varieties of the eggplant have evolved, spreading over countries and contents. -
Understanding Seed Catalogs for the Beginning GardenerHowever, what if you are a new gardener, planning your first garden. Where will you get catalogs when you are not on anyone's mailing list?
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Use a Recycled Potato Chip Canister Instead of a Christmas StockingIf you do not have a fireplace and are limited on places to hang your Christmas stockings, use instead a decorated potato chip canister to hold your holiday candy and small stocking stuffer items.
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Edible Christmas Gifts from the GardenThere are many edible Christmas gifts a person can make and give from their gardens.
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How to Grow BrowalliaBrowallia is an annual flower originating from and native to Central America and Northern Peru.
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McDonald's and the U.S. FlagWhere did all those U.S. flags go?
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The Greatest Christmas Gift to ReceiveA person does not have to be happy, rich or healthy, as even the sad, poor and sick can enjoy this gift.
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A Shot Glass Christmas Ornament for the Single GuysHere's a manly craft that might encourage the single male to put up his own Christmas tree with decorations that do not include empty beer cans or beef sticks.
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How to Make Outdoor Christmas Decorations from Recycled Aluminum Pie PansBelow are instructions on how to make lighted Christmas garland from recycled aluminum pie pans to hang from your rooftop or a porch railing. -
How to Make Decorative Straws for the Holidays - A Children's CraftOne decoration that is ideal for a children's holiday party is decorative holiday straws.
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Understanding Children Who HoardAccording to the Mayo Clinic, hoarding is the excessive collection of items, along with the inability to discard them. This one definition describes my 11-year old grandson, Peyton, who is a hoarder.
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Recycle an Old Serving Tray into a Bulletin Board for ChristmasOne item that can be recycled and added to your Christmas décor is an old serving tray.
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How to Make Christmas Napkin Rings Using Foam Sheets and Recycled Christmas CardsHere is a fun, easy craft that children can make and take pride in when they use them on the Christmas dinner table.
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Creative Items to Use for a Garden TrellisAnother thing gardeners will be planning is what materials they will use to make a garden trellis for their pole beans, moonflowers or other plants with clingy vines.
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How to Find the Best Coupons for Black Friday and Cyber MondayBefore I venture out to the crowded shopping malls on Black Friday, make sure I have my gift list ready and my coupons clipped.
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How to Grow Purple Podded Pole BeansAlthough the Purple Podded Pole Bean was discovered in the woody Ozark Mountains in the 1930's, its origins are most likely rooted to an area in Europe long before then.
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How to Grow Marina Di Chioggia, A Winter SquashMarina Di Chioggia's origin is from a small seaside village, Chioggia, on Italy's Adriatic coast near Venice.
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Quilting Tools - Mats and Rotary CuttersTogether these tools help the quilter make precise fabric squares, triangles, diamonds, hexagons, and other shapes with accurate cuts.
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How to Make a Lollipop Pine Cone DecorationOne decoration that is fun to make and children will enjoy is a pine cone filled with lollipops.
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How to Grow and Use Turk's Turban, a Winter SquashTurk's Turban, also known as Turk's Cap, is a unique winter squash with a wonderful taste.
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10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Budget-Conscious MomsBudget-conscious moms are often conservative moms who appreciate a Christmas gift that is functional, can help save time, and costs little. -
Don't Bag or Burn Your Leaves, Reuse ThemA gardener can find many uses for dead leaves, one being plant protection.
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How to Make Easy Pinecone Ornaments from Recycled Items - a Children's CraftMaking pinecone ornaments is fun and easy and teaches children how to make a useful item from things that would normally be thrown away.
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How to Make a Christmas Lace Angel OrnamentWhile looking at this type of display at a shop in Branson, Missouri, I came across a lovely lace angel ornament that I wanted for my own tree.
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How to Grow Bird's Eye (Gilia Tricolor) FlowerBird's Eye flower is a beautiful wildflower that is easy to grow and maintain.
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Guide to Growing Lady's Paint Brush Aka Tassel FlowerA relative to the Aster family, its bright orange cluster of flowers makes it an excellent choice for late summer and fall displays.
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Recycle Materials to Make a Halloween Spider DecorationYou and your child can make a Halloween spider decoration to adorn your door, porch or a wall inside your home. -
A Wire Guide for Seed BeadsOne thing that often stumps me is the appropriate wire size for a particular seed bead. -
How to Grow Love-in-the-Mist FlowersWhen someone first looks at a Love-in-the-Mist flower, a scene from the Little Shop of Horrors comes to mind. -
What is so Horrible About Shopping at Secondhand Clothing Stores?Shop at a secondhand store? You have got to be kidding.
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Green Craft - Decorate with Hanging Votives for the HolidaysOne unique touch you can add to your house during the holiday season, specifically your front porch, is by adding decorated hanging votes. -
Heritage Seeds - End of Season UpdateWhen I wrote about planting heritage seeds for the first time in the spring, I had many reader requests for updates at the end of the season.
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How to Make a Snowmen Fence for a WindowOne winter craft that is enjoyable to make is a snowmen fence to display in your windows, or give as gifts. -
Grow Shenot Crown of Thorns Gourds (cucurbita Pepo)Sometimes referred to as the Ten Commandments gourd, it is a favorite to add in woven baskets along with other types of gourds for fall displays.
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Tips for Growing Snake Melons (cusumis Melo)Snake melon, also referred to as the Armenian cucumber, was introduced into European countries around the mid 1400s.
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How to Make a Picture from Fabric - a Child's CraftOne activity that can let children display their creative side is through making a picture from fabric.
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What to Look for when You Are Ready to Retire and MoveReady to retire and move to your dream location? Be sure to check all of life's avenues before making that move.
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Go Green This Fall with an Acorn and Fall Leaf WreathIf you want to display your creative side, try making a fall wreath using recyclable items from the environment such as acorns and leaves.
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Pony Bead and Bell Christmas Wreath OrnamentUse pony beads to make a miniature Christmas wreath to hang on your tree.
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A Guide to Miniature CabbagesOne plant that is not deterred by the cool crisp weather of the fall season is miniature cabbages (I am not referring to Brussels sprouts).
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Pansy Water for Your HealthLearn about the health properties of pansy water.
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Quilting - Fat Quarters and BattingTo help a beginner understand quilting a little better, here are two quilting terms and what they reference.
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How to Personalize a Baseball Pennant for Your Child's RoomMake a personalized baseball pennant of your child's baseball season.
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Growing Hungarian Black PepperEven if you do not like peppers, this plant's purple blossoms are so gorgeous they are a great addition to any flower garden.
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Decorate Walls with Ribbon Wall ArtDisplay family photos using ribbon. -
Decorate Everyday Items with Fabric Yo-YosIt took many fabric yo-yos to make a quilt, but you can make and use just a few to decorate everyday items.
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Grow Blue Pod Peas (Capucijners)One vegetable you are not likely to find in the produce section of the nearest grocery store or in a basket at a farmer's market is blue pod peas or Capucijners.
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Growing Queensland Blue PumpkinsQueensland blue pumpkin is not your ordinary looking round, orange pumpkin. -
Top-of-the-Line Backpacks for Boys in Elementary SchoolJansport, Dakine and Nike back-to-school backpacks for elementary school boys.
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Charles Rangel's Universal National Service Act (H.R. 5741) and BenefitsWould those forced to serve be afforded the same opportunities as our current enlisted military personnel?
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They Expect Me to Pay for It!"That was two years ago, and they expect me to pay for it."
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Recycle Old Clothing to Create a Stylish Yo-Yo NecklaceOld clothing that has worn out or clothing that has gone out of style is just what you need to create a stylish necklace. -
Representative Charles Rangel Introduces Universal National Service Act (Bill H.R. 5741)The bill states that it is the OBLIGATION of every U.S. citizen between the ages of 18 and 42 to perform a two-year period of national service in the uniformed services.
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How to Make a Decorative DoorstopEven if you do not need a doorstop, this whimsical craft is one any mother would be proud to display in her home.
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How to Decorate a Plastic or Elastic Hair Band with ButtonsWith a few simple tools and items such as buttons, you and your daughter can spend some quality time together crafting hair bands.
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How to Use a Garden SeederA garden seeder is a wheeled tool that helps you plant seeds at the correct soil depth and seed and row distance.
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Midseason Update on Heritage SeedsI was going to wait until fall to give a report on my luck with heritage, but I decided to give an interim report.
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How to Make Themed Terracotta Pot Place Markers for Your Garden Tea PartyYour guests are sure to compliment your creative side when they see these special place markers. -
Revitalizing Strawberry BedsOne way to ensure a strong yield is to revitalize you strawberry beds. -
Snowball Bush is Similar to Annabelle Hydrangea, but They Belong to Different FamiliesThe bright white snowball looking blooms of a Snowball bush resembles the Annabelle hydrangea blossoms so much it is no wonder that people often get the two mixed up.
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The Wild OneThe Wild One watched as The White reared up on his hind legs and bellowed out a whinny. The Wild One knew it was time to act. -
How to Make Egg Cartons Insects - a Child's CraftAll that is needed to make these creatures are a few craft items and some egg cartons.
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How to Get Started with Organic Gardening in Godfrey, IllinoisOrganic soil preparation in Godfrey, Illinois.
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Help Your Child Make a Sensory Collage to Increase Their PerceptionOne way to help your child build motor skills, hand-eye coordination and their imagination is by helping them make a sensory collage.
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Tips to Decorate Your Sunroom in an Italian StyleCreative ideas to decorate your sunroom to resemble an Italian room.
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How to Make a Summer Journal and What to Put in It - A Children's CraftHelp your child remember the events from this summer by helping them create and keep a summer journal.
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How to Make a Mini Totem Pole - A Children's CraftMy grandson makes mini totem poles out of used wooden thread spools and a few other objects. -
Guide to StrawberriesWhether you grow your own, pick them at a strawberry farm or buy them at a roadside stand or in the grocery store, there are few things you should know about fresh strawberries.
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How to Choose the Right Flowerpots for Your Patio/Deck and PorchThere are a few things to consider before buying flowerpots for your porch or deck.
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Little Known Facts About BugsHere are a few interesting, little known facts about the physical and behavioral traits of bugs.
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Make a Seed Chart to Help Children Learn About PlantsA seed chart is a great way to show children the many varieties of seeds, how these seeds feel and what they look like.
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6 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your InvestmentsHere are six questions you should ask yourself about your investments in order to avoid any surprises and to be better prepared for your future.
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Make a Picnic Caddy Out of Recycled Tin CansRecycle tin cans to make a picnic caddy for plastic cutlery. -
How to Make a Terracotta Flowerpot Wind ChimeMake decorative wind chimes from terracotta flowerpots. -
Summer Ecological Camps for Children in the St. Louis, MO AreaAt least three camps in the St. Louis, MO area offer programs related to ecology and gardening.
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How to Make Hand Painted Gardening GlovesGardening gloves may seem like a nondescript item to need or even receive, but when they are personalized, they make a thoughtful gift.
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How to Make a Bird-in-a-Cage Spinner - A Children's CraftA bird-in-a-cage spinner is easy to make with just a few simple items from around the house. -
How to Make a Caterpillar Chia Pet from Recycled Panty HoseIf you are interested in owning a Chia pet, but do not want to spend the money on a kit, you can make your own with a pair of old panty hose, a little soil and some grass seeds. -
Cure an Upset Stomach the Herbal Way with Ginger Root and PeppermintI suggest they try one of two herbs ginger root or peppermint, because that is what gives me relief.
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How to Make Bug Juice to Deter Japanese Beetles and Other BugsLast year I vowed these pests would never again wreak havoc on my garden. I would find a way to fight them, and I think I have with "bug juice." -
Best Trees for BonsaiAll it takes to create a true Bonsai is some time, patience, a little skill, the proper tools, and the right tree. -
3 Books to Make into Movies - the Jungle, 18 Seconds and the Valley of the HorsesThese book should be made into moves, The Jungle, 18 Seconds and The Valley of the Horses
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How to Make a Dream Pillow to Fit Your DecorMaking your own dream pillow ensures you get the herbs and fabric you want as opposed to buying one already made.
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Saw Tooth Borders for QuiltsA good border pattern to use to complete a quilt is a saw tooth border. -
How to Make Beaded Wine BottlesDecorating a wine bottle with beads is a fast and easy craft, which requires little skill and minimal tools. -
Petunia Arrangements for the Patriotic HolidaysI yse a variety of containers and planters filled with red, white and blue petunias to decorate for patriotic holidays.
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3 Places to Find the Best Burgers in the Alton, Illinois AreaIn the Alton, Illinois area, there are three area restaurants that offer delicious burgers, Fast Eddies Bon Air, Hardees, and Spring Garden Family Restaurant.
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The Many Uses of Irish MossIrish moss is not just an ornamental plant. It has high nutritional value, and healing properties that are used for medicinal purposes.
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How to Make an Atomic Age Piece of ArtGeometric shapes and bright colors as well as the ever-popular oddly shaped boomerang pattern were included in many art pieces during the Atomic Age. -
Practicing Integrated Pest MaintenanceIntegrated Pest Management (IPM) is a process that allows a gardener to control or manage pests with the least possibility of chemical hazard to people or the environment. -
Guide to Bells of Ireland - Simplistic BeautyThis history of and how to grow Bells of Ireland.
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3 Weekend Escapes Within 100 Miles of St. Louis, MissouriI you live in or near the St. Louis, Missouri area, there are three excellent cities that make weekends trips fun and memorable.
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Heritage (Heirloom) SeedlingsPhotographs of my heritage seeds. -
2 Easy Crafts for Kids - Googly-eye Creatures and Puzzle Picture FramesGive children some rocks, puzzle pieces and a little adult help and they can create googly-eye creatures and unique puzzle picture frames.
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Assisting the Elderly and Wheelchair Bound to Care for SeedlingsIt was decided that the group would grow their own plants, from seeds, and sell the plants in order to give the profits to a local charity.
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How to Make Natural Moth-Repellent Clothes HangersCombine moth-repellent herbs with sweet smelling ones to protect your clothing in the closet.
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My Favorite Top 10 Annual Plants and FlowersHere is a list of my favorite top 10 annual plants and flowers and a little bit of information about each one.
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How to Make Fragrant Herbal FirestartersInstead of using newspaper or kindling to start your next cozy fire, try using an herbal firestarter made from aromatic fragrances.
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4 of the Best Youth Sleeping Bags for Mountain Camping Under $100Children are no different from adults when it comes to specifics in sleeping bags. Here are four youth sleeping bags I consider to be the best quality for mountain camping.
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What Are Heritage Seeds?Heritage or heirloom seeds are a crop variety that has been selected because of a set of desired characteristics and been handed down from generation to generation.
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Treating Seeds to Reduce or Eliminate DiseaseThe hot water treatment is very affective in eliminating diseases in seeds because the hot water can penetrate the seed, killing the disease within.
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How to Make a Scented Door Draft Dodger to Add Aroma to Your HomeDoor draft dodgers have been around for hundreds of years, and although no longer needed in most homes, they can still provide a service.
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How to Maintain Your Garden RototillerInformation you may not find in manuals about your garden rototiller.
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$900 Million to Help National School Dropout RateAfter reading the approaches the states and schools have to adopt, I do not see many states or schools getting this money.
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Where is the Stimulus Funding for Illinois, Mr. Obama?Schools closings, teachers, police officers and fire fighters losing their jobs and no money to pay pension funds, yet we have hirer taxes.
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How to Make Your Own Tea BagsMaking your own tea bags can be simple, requiring no sewing or a few stitches can be added to make them more attractive. -
The Wolf Man (1941) Vs. The Wolfman (2010)I was happy to have discovered some interesting facts about the wolf's head cane.
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How to Make a Stamped Mosaic PlanterOne way I like to decorate terra cotta or ceramic pots is by covering them with mosaic pieces that I have personally designed. -
How to Make Your Own Cell Phone CharmsHere are simple instructions on how to make your own cell phone charm.
