The Perfect Way to Steep Your Tea! As we inch our way towards the Winter Solstice, the days get darker and colder. Because I work at home, I can’t turn my heat down too low during the day, but I do keep it at 66º—hence I get chilly, especially when doing sedentary tasks. A hot drink… Continue reading →

Make It for Yourself or to Give as a Gift This handy apron is made from cotton fabric remnants or repurposed cotton fabric and the legs of old blue jeans. Four pockets can hold everything from garden gloves to plant markers, sharpies and your phone. The flapped pocket ­secures with velcro to keep your phone… Continue reading →

Easy Nutritious and Filling Fare When my doctor suggested I try a vegan diet to help ease the aches of pains of aging, I was worried about how I’d get enough protein. My standard breakfast had consisted of a couple of slices of turkey bacon, some sort of carb and fruit—plus coffee, of course. I… Continue reading →

Create a Natural Cheese Display for Autumn Entertaining Decades ago I saw paper “grape leaves” advertised by Williams Sanoma to display cheeses. They were pretty—very French—but expensive! Once I got a grape arbor in my garden I saw what beautiful colors the leaves turn in fall. I thought back to a craft project from preschool… Continue reading →