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Growing a Victory Garden This is a page about growing a Victory Garden. Although the original Victory Garden originated in England and the United States during WWII, you can still enjoy the benefits derived from these early family gardens. Photos of Flowers Exhibiting Fasciation This is a page about photos of flowers exhibiting fasciation. These unusual double flowers are rare and probably will grow normally the next year. New Plantings and Garden Flowers Last year my grandson and I cut down several forsythia shrubs along the northern edge of the side yard. The stumps still need to dealt with. This year I have focused on planting two lilac bushes further into the yard to ultimately help reestablish a green border between my yard and my neighbor’s. There will also be a native mock orange placed along this same line, soon. Ecological Ways to Drive Moles Out of the Garden Although moles don’t eat plants, they can damage the roots of plants and lead to their decay by digging numerous canals in the ground. There are many natural ways you can drive moles out of your garden. These are some of them. Used Tea Bag to Sprout Seeds Save your old used tea bags as a seed starter. The tea will compost as the seedling grows, feeding it as well as marking the location. More Gardening Tips and Advice Pest Control Fly Repellent Recipes This page contains fly repellent recipes. With summer comes open doors and windows and more flies. Find recipes and techniques to safely shoo those flies away. Making a Fruit Fly Trap This is a page about making a fruit fly trap. Fruit flies can be really annoying. Making a homemade trap can help you get rid of these pests. DIY Foil Garden Pest Deterrents Be sure animals don’t eat all your harvest. Use aluminum foil to create shapes that will scare off birds and other pests from your fruit trees. Advertisement Getting Rid of Cockroaches Cockroaches are disgusting pests and can be very tough to get rid of. There are many ways to tackle this pest. This is a page about getting rid of cockroaches. Using Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth for Ants Diatomaceous earth is very effective at killing ants. When ants’ exoskeletons come into contact with it, they die. It also is relatively safe for humans and pets, making it an ideal solution for eliminating ants. This page is ing food grade diatomaceous earth for getting rid of ants. Getting Rid of Tiny Biting Black Bugs Many types of bugs are small and black, if they are biting bugs they can be annoying and a health hazard. This is a page about getting rid of tiny biting black bugs. More Pest Control Father’s Day "I’m Nuts About You" Recycled Jar Craft This cute jar filled with peanuts is a nice inexpensive gift the kids can make for Father’s Day. This is a page about, "I’m nuts about you!" recycled jar craft. Making a Father’s Day Favor Gift Jar Fill a Mason jar with Dad’s favorite treats (healthy or not so much) for a fun Father’s Day gift jar. Add a paper tie and it’s ready to gift. Making a Father’s Day Handprint Keepsake Card Take your little one’s hand to make this adorable Father’s Day card that resembles a barbecue grill. The handprints are done in orange and red to resemble flames. How to Make a Father’s Day Coffee Cup Greeting Card This handmade card is perfect for coffee loving dads. Decorate a paper coffee cup and cut in half. Once it is attached to the card, write your greeting and perhaps add some coffee themed small gifts to the cup. #1 Dad Father’s Day Card Here is an easy and simple Father’s Day card anyone could make. There is no excuse to have to buy a store bought card especially in the circumstances we are all in right now. Making a Dressed Up Pen Holder for Father’s Day A personalized pen holder you can make dad for a desk reminder of how much you love him. This is a page about making a dressed up pen holder for Father’s Day. More Father’s Day Featured Nativity Ornament Made from old wooden clothespins. Spin Me Around Quilt Block Scrap strip quilt block design Lacey Barefoot Baby Sandals I saw a baby wearing this type of sandal and thought they were adorable. Inexpensive to make and so cute! Advertisement Pista Necklace Just got a bag of pistachios from my mom-in-law. I enjoyed snacking on it while setting aside the shells because it gave me another concept of art. It’s amazing ’cause the shells are hard and I know it is a stable material for handicrafts. Here’s the first craft I made from pista shells. Square in Square Quilt Block Easy quilt block pattern with a square inside. Personalized Flat Felt Doll My grandson likes Mario so I made him a personalized "Mario" doll. More Featured Videos Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer Learn the step by step process of making your own hand sanitizer in this short video. This recipe makes a strong enough sanitizer to kill of the coronavirus. This is based off of the World Health Organizations’ recommendations. This recipe uses rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and glycerine. Removing Roof Tar from Skin with Olive Oil Roof tar and other sticky substances can be gently removed from skin by using regular olive oil from the kitchen. Learn how to do it in this short video. Japanese Style Puff Pancakes These fluffy pancakes are a delicious alternative to traditional pancakes. Learn how to make them in this short video. Refinishing Teak Outdoor Furniture Teak is a common material for outdoor furniture because it is long lasting if cared for correctly. Learn how to do it in this short video. Making a Lid Spoon Ever been stuck without a spoon when eating an individual serving of applesauce, pudding or yogurt? Just use the lid as a spoon! Learn how to make one in this short video. Stuffed Animal Eye Patch If you have a beloved stuffed animal that loses an eye, an eye patch might be the best solution. Learn how in this short video. More Videos Recent Scrappy Christmas Quilt Just another fun technique for a quick quilt using Christmas fabric scraps. Just fabric, no batting or flannel! Bullet Holder Case A good way to store bullets is an original idea from my husband, who enjoys going target shooting with his brother. Old Jewelry Pendant This was made from old jewelry and charms that I have been collecting. Advertisement Taco Quilt Block I found a picture of a taco quilt block design but didn’t want to buy the pattern, so I made one similar. I figured it out as I went along but I think it turned out very similar. It was later made into a hot pad for a friend who is obsessed with tacos. Handy Storage for Post Earrings I used the empty plastic box my husband had bought assorted nails in for storage of my post earrings. Easy to see everything, snaps shut to avoid losing any items and FREE! Prevent Soil Leakage from Pots Here’s a quick and easy method to avoid soil leakage from your pots. All you’ll need are a few supplies - your pot of choice, grab any mesh netting scraps (I utilized leftover galvanized mesh netting) and some hot glue. More Recent Questions Finding Recipe for Brandy or Rum Balls? Looking for a recipe for brandy...