When we first started Blacksmithing, we didn't really have a equipment to do it in a very productive way. The very first forge we built was made out of a popcorn bucket with a hole at the bottom, an old frying pad, a hair drier, and a plastic cup. Although it may look a little… Continue reading Our Blacksmith Journey Thus Far
We had a very broody hen and a semi-broody hen earlier in the year. One kept pecking at us when we removed eggs each morning. So we decided to let them try and hatch some. They both did a great job and ended up co-mummying together really well! They hatched 7 chicks. The only issue… Continue reading The Chicks of 2018
Trellises can be built and used in many different sizes and with many different materials and they are oh so simple. The concept is: two end post, followed by other posts spaced out as needed, and some sort of connecting material to support the vining plants. So depending on the size of the plant you… Continue reading The Art of Trellising
Composting can be an amazing alternative to buying soil each year, given you have the space and a little time. We have seen composting done in many different containers from: buckets, to trash cans, to under tarps, and wooden walled containment(pallets are a good choice). It is so enjoyable to know exactly what is in… Continue reading Composting
Mineral Works 