EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF CULTIVATING COTTON IN MINNESOTA FOR SPINNING. WILL IT WORK?

While I was digging through a seed catalog last winter I unexpectedly stumbled upon seeds for growing cotton. The thought had never crossed my mind before, but the allure of cultivating such a unique crop ignited a spark of curiosity in me. After reading the growing requirements, I learned that cotton typically needs 60 degree or above temps to thrive and takes around 150 days to be ready for harvest....

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THE BONFIRE CRACKLES, CRICKETS SING, AN OWL CALLS, AND STARS TWINKLE ABOVE

 I don't know what it is about a fire and the smell of wood smoke while the insects buzz all around, but it makes me feel more connected to nature than any other time. There's a certain magic in the flames that seems to draw me in, tapping into the primitive parts of my brain that pulls my thoughts back to when fire was first tamed. I feel a sense of nostalgia for a time when life was simpler...

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HOW BIRDS AND NATURE BECAME MY LIFELINE

Six years ago when my health journey began it was a time when I sunk to the lowest point of in my life because my body had betrayed me and I felt trapped in a prison of pain and uncertainty. I'd been to multiple doctors, each appointment filled with glimmers of hope that were swiftly destroyed by the harsh reality that none of them were able to explain why I lost my ability to digest food and why...

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LEARNING ABOUT THE HEALING POWER OF NATURE

About 15 years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Lise Wolff at her elderberry tincture making workshop. Lise, a local registered clinical herbalist, possesses a wealth of knowledge in medicinal plants. With a Master's degree in Science in Herbalism from the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, her expertise has made her a valuable resource for people in Minnesota. Every time I join her for a plant...

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APPLE PICKING TIME

Today, my daughter and I headed out to Applewood Orchard for a delightful day of apple picking. Every year when we visit feels like a mini celebration of fall, and today was no different. We wandered through the rows of trees, excited to find our favorite variety: Sweet Tango. We love these apples not only for their delicious crunch but also for their perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.In...

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TUTORIAL: ESSENTIAL OIL SOLID PERFUME HOLDER

 The following directions are for how to make the base of the bag above. Decorate according to your preference. The process of making the bag above is shown on YouTube. The images below are just to guide you through making the base yourself.  Use cardstock. Cut the cardstock at 7" x 7 3/4"Score along the 7 3/4" side at 5/8", 1 3/8", 4 1/4", 5"Turn the cardstock to the 7" side and...

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REOPENING OUR BOOTH: WE ARE BACK TO SELLING AT THE CRAFT MARKET

After taking the month of August to focus on home projects, we are excited to announce our return to the Riverwalk Market in Northfield, MN on September 14th. This break allowed us to recharge and tackle a variety of tasks at home. Now with those things out of the way, we are eager to reconnect with the vibrant community at the market.The Riverwalk Market is a wonderful venue filled with local vendors,...

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