Remember the bathtub that we rescued from the marsh? It’s been so satisfying to pull it out of the mud, move it into the nursery, and now fill it up so I can plant seeds and see what will grow. This past weekend, I got it ready to plant and now it’s time to see…
Looking for a simple craft project or gift idea for Spring and Mother’s Day? If you and the kids are ready to get a little crafty, here’s a simple gift using small terra cotta pots, paint, seeds, and potting soil! These thumbprint flower pots don’t take a big time commitment or cost a lot of…
Have you ever grown bell peppers in your garden? We love to drop them in breakfast bowls, use them in fajitas or cook them down with sausage and onions. This is one of those vegetables that we hate to buy in the store because they’re so easy to grow and freeze. If your green peppers are…
I love to can, freeze and preserve my summer garden vegetables. I am definitely no expert but I have been canning for several years and have learned a few things along the way. Whether you are looking for the best tips for canning tomatoes or want to make honeysuckle jelly, I’ve got some great tips…
Have you got your garden started this year? Many people are starting gardens and experimenting with planting new flowers and vegetables. If you are planning a garden for the first time, take a look at these tips and get started – one seed at a time! There are many ways you can start your first…
Spring weather means more time to spend outside cleaning out flower-beds, planning new gardens and getting all the tools ready for the new gardening season. This is also a great time to think about some fun gift ideas for gardeners. Start thinking now so you’ll be ready for birthdays and special events! Hobbies on a…
I love using fresh vegetables from our garden and the local market. We typically grow as many bell peppers as we possibly can so we can stock up our freezer and be ready all winter long. Here are 13 recipes using fresh bell peppers that are guaranteed to take your bell peppers up several notches…
Hobbies on a Budget received products for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own. #AeroGarden Over the past few weeks, I’ve been doing a gardening experiment on my kitchen counter! I’ve been growing an indoor herb garden including Mint, Dill, Basil, Chives and Parsley. If you have visited my house, you have…