Jennifer Loucks
Jennifer Loucks has been writing since 1998, where she started as as a technical writer for a software development company, creating software documentation, help documents and training curriculum. Loucks has a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science and business from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. She uses her degree and expertise as a 4-H leader and Master Gardener to write hobby-based articles on topics that include cooking, gardening, sewing, fitness and running.
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P90X Exercise Options when You TravelThe P90X workout is a DVD program that you can perform while traveling, with some adjustments to keep on program with your exercise goals.
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Sew a Slipcover for a Straight-Back Dining ChairMake a cover for a straight-back chair to cover worn fabric and extend the life of the chair. Sewing a cover is lower in cost than reupholstering and require less time and skill.
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Exercise at Home Without Equipment: Leg RaisesCompleting leg lifts at home lets you work the hip, leg and abdominal muscles, without the need for expensive exercise equipment.
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Make a Plastic Bottle Water Device for Home Garden Drip IrrigationA homemade bottle irrigator helps you provide water to the plants, and works as a rainwater collection device in your garden.
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How to Cook Peanuts After HarvestingFresh peanuts, also called green peanuts, require cooking after you harvest the nuts. This process makes the peanuts more palatable for eating. Two options for cooking peanuts are boiling and roasting.
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Sew a Simple Window Seat CushionSew a window seat cushion to add padding and decorate the seating area. This project requires basic sewing skills, so it is perfect for all crafting levels.
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Prevent Potato Plant Damage from a Late Spring FreezeTake precautions to prevent potato plant damage when there is an unexpected late spring freeze. -
How to Plant Green Bean Seeds in Your GardenGreen beans are a warm season vegetable plant that is common in home gardens. The best time to plant green beans in the spring is once there is no longer a risk of freezing temperature and the soil has warmed above 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Make Your Own Upside-Down Tomato PlanterPlanting a tomato in an upside-down container increases the air-circulation around the stem and limits pests around the plant.
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Plant Raspberry Bushes or Canes in SpringPlant raspberries in your home garden to enjoy berries in the summer or fall season.
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Successful tomato seed planting in springPlanting tomato seeds in early spring will help get a jump on your summer vegetable garden. -
Affordable Motels in Kenosha, WisconsinSmall, affordable lodging in "mom and pop" style motels will add to the value of your stay in the Kenosha area.
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Wilderness Theme Lodging in Wisconsin DellsWith all the fun that Wisconsin Dells has to offer, you can find wilderness lodging options that fit your personal or family preferences.
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Resurfacing Products for CountertopsResurfacing a laminate counter top is a low-cost project that involves sanding and painting the surface. This project saves you money when refurbishing the room by extending the life of the counter top.
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Start Your Garden Early by Planting Vegetable Seeds IndoorsPlanting vegetable seeds indoors in late winter or early spring will give you a jump on the growing season. This gives you the advantage of a longer harvest season with more produce starting at an earlier date.
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Steps to Revive Your Indoor Plant or Houseplant in WinterWinter brings low humidity and light conditions that are hard on indoor plants. You can do a few simple treatments for your plants to revive them when they are struggling during the winter season.
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Save Money when Shopping for Healthy FoodsEating healthy and on a budget is easier than your think. Taking the time to plan your shopping trip will save you money and help you stay within budget without having to buy cheap processed foods. -
Exercises to Strengthen the AC Joint in the ShoulderThe AC joint, short for acromioclavicular joint, is the point where the acromion and clavicle meet at the top of the shoulder. It is important to strengthen the AC joint, especially if you have a history of AC joint injuries.
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Considerations when Planting Evergreen Trees or ShrubsThere are several methods of planting young evergreen trees or shrubs. This includes planting small seedlings that are 8 to 10 inches tall or propagating seed cones from existing trees.
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Housecleaning 101: Steps for Cleaning the BathroomMaking a plan and following simple steps will help you organize your cleaning time and bathroom accessories, along with getting the bathroom cleaned. A fresh smelling and clutter-free bathroom is worth the time you put into this chore.
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The Best Time to Apply Weed and Feed HerbicideThe best time to apply weed and feed herbicide to ward off annual weed growth in a lawn depends on whether you are applying a pre-emergent or post-emergent type of the herbicide.
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Plants that Grow Well in Alkaline SoilFlower gardens with alkaline soil have a pH value above 7.0. The increase in pH causes a reduction in the nutrients available for plant growth, resulting in some species not surviving.
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Blackberry Plant Propagation TechniquesThe propagation process to produce additional blackberry plants includes planting a stem cutting, root cutting or sucker growth. Choose the method that fits into your garden planning schedule.
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How to Seal a Terra Cotta Pot for Applying MosaicsSealing the pot will increase the life span and will limit damage to the mosaic decoration while using the pot. The type of sealant required for the pot depends on the intended use after applying the mosaic.
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Growth and Care of Bromeliad Tillandsia Air PlantsA bromeliad tillandsia is an air plant that grows on the truck on trees or rocks where no soil is present. The plants are found growing native throughout Latin America and will only bloom once during their lifetime.
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Facts About the Pink Lady's Slipper OrchidPink lady's slipper orchids, Cypripedium acaule, is a perennial that grows naturally in wooded areas with filtered sunlight. This plant is protected in many areas because of the delicate and long growing period.
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How to Plant and Grow Orchids IndoorsOrchids produce beautiful flowers and are fun to grow in the home environment. You will have good luck growing your flowers with the proper conditions, care and maintenance.
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Exercises to Help Relieve the Symptoms of VertigoVertigo is a medical condition where a person sees things as if they are spinning in a constant motion. Exercises that build balance, strength and coordination may help relieve symptoms of vertigo in some people.
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Make a Leaf Casting BirdbathMake your own birdbath in the shape of a large leaf to create an attractive focal point in the home landscape.
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Children's Garden Project: Make a Garden Birdbath Out of Terra Cotta PotsIf you are looking for a garden project that is easy enough to make with children, try constructing a birdbath out of terra cotta pots.
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Make a Cement Planting Container for Your Miniature GardenMake a cement planter, also called hypertufa, for your home landscape to create a unique accent for flower and rock gardens.
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Thanksgiving 101: Turkey Cooking TimeKnowing the proper cooking times for a turkey helps you plan your Thanksgiving Day.
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French Toast Sticks for the FreezerMake delicious French toast sticks and freeze them for quick breakfasts during the week.
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German Braised Red Cabbage RecipeBraised red cabbage is a traditional German dish that goes well with pork and chicken dishes.
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Simple Dip Recipes for Snacking while Watching Football on ThanksgivingSince you do not want to fill up on foods high in fat and calories several hours before your Thanksgiving meal, choose to eat healthy dips with baked chips or crackers.
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Tips to Increase Your Social Media AwarenessSocial-media is the current trend that connects companies with customers, boosts sales and improves awareness.
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Collecting and Storing Seeds from Your GardenCollecting and storing seeds from your garden is an easy process that saves money when it comes to spring planting. -
Holiday Gift Basket Ideas from Your Garden HarvestMake a change this holiday season and give gifts from your garden. Easy gifts from your garden include flower seeds from favorite perennial plants, dried herbs or canned garden fruits and vegetables. -
Winter Care and Storage of Cannas Flower RhizomesCannas lilies are a tropical perennial native to South America. The plants require winter protection if your garden is in a USDA Hardness Zone below 8.
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Fast Food Options for the Weight Watchers Points ProgramWeight Watchers members do not have to shy away from eating at fast food restaurants. Several low point options offer a generous amount of food without blowing your diet.
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Save Time on Busy Mornings by Cooking Bulk Breakfast ItemsCooking for breakfast is probably the easiest bulk cooking meal to prepare. The time spent preparing breakfast items will be worth it when you can grab a hot breakfast on those busy mornings.
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The Fall Season is the Best Time to Transplant an IrisThe best time to transplant an iris is late summer through early fall since the plants begin blooming in early spring. Transplanting too early in the growing season may disrupt the plants natural growing cycle and prevent blooming the following spring.
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Fall Season Grass Seed Planting in the MidwestLawns in the Midwestern United States grow best when reseeded or newly seeded during the fall season. Work and prepare the lawn area in late summer so it is ready to sow from mid-August through early October.
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Winterizing Your Perennial Flower Garden Beds in FallSave time in the spring and reduce the risk of introducing a fungus disease to your perennial garden by taking the time to winterize it in the fall season.
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Baby Back Ribs Crockpot RecipeBaby back ribs made in a crockpot, also called a slow cooker, is an easy method of making a home cooked meal.
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How to Make Aerated Aerobic Compost Tea at HomeMaking your own liquid compost tea fertilizer is low in cost and provides a quick absorbing fertilizer for plant growth.
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Collect and Compost Kitchen Waste to Make Your Own Organic FertilizerCollecting kitchen waste is a low cost method of creating your own nutrient rich fertilizer for use in vegetable and flower gardens. -
Build a Low Cost Home Compost Bin for Your GardenMake your own low cost compost bin out of wire mesh fencing to produce nutrient rich fertilizer. A wire bin takes less than 30 minutes to construct so you are able to start using it immediately.
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Prune and Trim Indeterminate Tomatoes to Increase Tomato RipeningPruning indeterminate tomato plants prevents the branches from over growing and allows the plant to focus energy toward ripening fruit.
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Tips for Growing Plants in an Aero Garden Indoor Growing SystemAero Garden growing systems are ideal for beginning hydroponic gardeners that want to experiment with indoor growing.
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Prune Determinate Tomato Varieties to Increase Fruit SizePruning determinate tomato plant branches decreases the number of tomatoes each plant produces, but increases the size of each tomato for a desirable harvest.
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Steps to Grow Vegetables with an Indoor Hydroponics SystemHome gardening is a hobby that has expanded to include growing vegetables in a hydroponics system.
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Steps to Grow Healthy Tomato PlantsTomatoes are a popular home garden vegetable plant that produce large amount of produce when properly cared for and maintained.
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How to Water Greenhouse PlantsGreenhouse plants require a water plan and schedule to verify they receive adequate quantities to grow healthy. Here's how to make sure the plants stay healthy.
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How to Sand Wooden Deck or Patio BoardsSand your deck boards refurbish the look and feel and lengthen the life of the deck. Sanding is recommended prior to staining.
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Is it Safe to Eat a Dead Lobster?You purchase an expensive lobster and it dies before you get a chance to cook it. The big question is if the lobster is still safe to cook and eat.
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Care of the Bird of Paradise Tropical PlantThe bird of paradise is a tropical perennial that is hardy to plant in USDA growing zones 9 through 11.
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How to Remove Coffee Stains from ClothingAccidental coffee spills on clothing can be difficult to remove if proper care is not taken. Quick treatment gives the best chance of removing the stain.
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How to Propagate the Sedum PlantSedum is a succulent plant species that is propagated by taking cuttings in the spring. Propagating an existing plant is a low cost method of producing new plants.
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Remedies for an Itchy DogThere are many homemade remedies available for dogs that experience itchy skin.
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Eye Lift SurgeryEye lift surgery is performed to renew the natural facial expressions and give an aging face new vibrancy.
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Free Things to Do in San FranciscoA vacation to San Francisco can be expensive, but with a little research there are many free sights to visit that will fill your time and teach you history of the area.
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Home Remedies for Dark Circles Under the EyesHome remedies are often used as treatment for dark circles under the eyes. Many treatment options are from common household items.
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Baby Accessories You Can MakeSewing baby accessories will save money and give you a custom item for your baby. These items are easy to make and give a sense of satisfaction once they are completed.
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How to Save Money when Planning for a BabyMaybe you are having a new baby and need to stick to a budget, or have an unplanned pregnancy and no longer have the items. In either case, there are many ways to save money.
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Gardening on a Budget: Tips to Brighten Your Garden in a Tough EconomyThere are many ways to save money when working in your flower gardens. Some helpful tips will help you get the most out of your low budget garden.
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Helpful Hints when it is Time to Cut the Grocery BudgetWhen the money is tight, the grocery budget gets tighter. This article offers helpful hints on where to make the cuts in your grocery spending, yet still have a plate full of healthy food.
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The Biergarten in Epcot at Walt Disney World: Restaurant ReviewThe Biergarten in the Epcot World Showcase at Walt Disney World is a fun family friendly place to have an ethnic meal experience.
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Fantasy Land at Walt Disney World: It's Not Just for KidsFantasy Land in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is full of fun and surprises that brings out the child in you