When I first began gardening, I was nervous about freezing vegetables from the garden. I felt like this was only for expert homesteaders, but I decided to begin slowly and start that very summer. Freezing vegetables from the garden is suitable for the beginner gardener. Begin by freezing your harvest without blanching right from the…
When I first moved to Seattle, I was really concerned about the weather. I wasn’t sure if gardening in the Pacific Northwest was going to be for me. But I moved and started discovering this beautiful land. Gardening in the Pacific Northwest requires special considerations, depending on the region you are located in. As a…
Gardening takes commitment, and a love of nature and yourself. Some things bring joy and makes the garden experience special and will provide comfort and enthusiasm. Gardening is about feeling peaceful for that moment in nature. As a whole, unique gifts for gardeners focus on the gardener experience, the gender, or creating a cozy moment….
Focusing on saving seeds is a yearly goal in my garden in order to produce the best vegetables for my family. Having a small garden makes you hype aware that every decision is important for that square foot available to grow. You can save squash seeds, generally, you must select the ripe squash, harvest the…
The value in seed saving comes from nurturing the garden because it is in turn motivating and nurturing to me. Saving seeds is what provides a way of living that is sustainable continuing the chain of life. Seed saving from your garden is in total the best way to create a garden that has high…
Learning and practicing seasonal gardening will impact your garden for success. The seeds you select for every season, according to the time of the year, will greatly impact how much you produce in the garden. Seasonal gardening practices, as a general rule, will impact how much grows in the garden. There are elements of gardening…
The best outdoor decorating ideas is about decoding a timeless garden by understanding my style/ Infusing home decor details that provide personality to the garden space, elevate the look and create a backyard oasis. Outdoor decorating ideas that are timeless, generally feel soothing, and comfortable, as such, the design needs to feel connected. Generally, revitalizing…
The Xmas Mood has arrived in full force. From Xmas songs to Xmas Vibes! What to do throughout Xmas, in case you want to incorporate a delicious Christmas drink, songs, home scents, and a to-do list to get cozy! Let’s get in the Christmas Spirit! Feliz Navidad my Cocoon Friends! Who else is in a…
10 Favorite Gardening Tools for a Better Experience will provide you with essential gardening tools that you should include in your toolkit. We will explore the most popular to how to use different tools to be more efficient and some tools to make gardening successful. Do you ever go around the garden and end up…
Collecting and saving calendula seeds takes little effort. Saving seeds will start you into a budget-friendly gardening exercise. Calendula flowers are easy to grow from seed, come back every year and the size of the seeds makes it so easy to gather at the end of the season. Calendula are a great gardening for beginners…
To create a cozy home think of the small details. We sometimes think that going shopping for some antiques will make your home cozy, but the secret is on the personal details that create a deep connection. Think of the layering as the diy of a cozy home design that make the space inviting. Add…
The best nature decor ideas come from elements found in nature such as trees, flowers, rocks, crystals, wildlife, and the many textures and amazing color hues you can tap into for inspiration. For a modern natural home decor vibe, incorporate the elements when it comes to textures and values in colors that will tell the…
Garden design ideas photos can provide you with beautiful garden design ideas that will nurture your wellbeing. Take visual cues and inspiration that will ignite your creativity. Gain visual inspiration, what plants to grow, and examine layouts, color and concepts. Take in how you feel in each and consider this for wellbeing when designing your…
I am a super fan of air plants (tillandsia) and change displays around my home so often that I may need to draw a schedule up for rotation. My favorite display is a stunning air plant wall display that will make any room in the house feel cozy and unique. The beautiful wood pieces will…
How to attract bees to your garden is an important part of the garden planning aspect. Bees are essential to your garden to pollinate flowering plants and reproduce. Plant the right flowers and avoid using pesticides to have the bee population flourish in your garden. Pollination will improve fruit and veggie production for a great…
To decorate a stunning tablescape as a designer create an instant connection to the guest and tell a story through the decorating display. Bring your passion of nature and weave a tale that will leave a lasting impression. Learn how to create a stunning tablescape as a designer with step by step instructions. A table…
A spectacular garden visit to The Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia! A garden that is full of beauty, landscape thoughtfulness, and lively with vibrant colors. I hope you are still finding joy in your garden as fall arrives. Today, I have such a great treat for you! This will be a virtual garden tour…
Learn how to create an delicious pickled red onion with lemon zest and dill recipe with a great fresh taste from fruit and herb you can find in your kitchen garden. HOW EASY IS IT TO ACHIEVE GOOD RED ONION PICKLING? Do you know it can be easy and delicious to make a homemade pickling?…
Dahlia flowers season delights you and they bloom from July to early fall when warm enough. Dahlias begin growing when planted outdoors when the soil is warm enough, around 60-70 degrees. They begin blooming usually in July if the temperature is warm enough. Dahlias bloom all the way through November, until the first frost. Stems…
This easy ground cherry salad recipe is just so delicious! If you grow ground cherries, you are aware how prolific they are. A simple recipe is one I like to have at hand with few ingredients so I can quickly make a side dish to a sandwich, soup or meal, cake, jam, salsa and many…