EtsyRAIN
Ok, first of all, there’s a group called EtsyRAIN, a volunteer organized group of Western Washington artists and craft makers who own and operate independent shops on Etsy.com. Say what? Who knew?...
View ArticleWhen Ducks Forage
When ducks forage, it looks like this. I was delighted to stumble upon this scene after a run around the lake the day after Christmas. After a day when most people stuff themselves with an abundance of...
View ArticleSign Up for an Unforgettable Springtime Gathering!
We’ve been patiently counting down the days until spring and now we have something super fun to look forward to – Seattle Seedling’s Spring Fling! This will be the first of many garden nerd classes...
View ArticleMidwinter Merriment: Buy That Girl Some Flowers!
Here it is – a countdown til spring. From now until the first day of spring, I will post ways to make the dreary days of midwinter a little more merry. Day 18: Buy yourself some flowers. I once had a...
View ArticleSpring Fling is SOLD OUT – 2 NEW Dates Added!
Due to the overwhelming response I had to my announcement about hosting a garden class and luncheon on my urban farm, I have decided to add another two dates and I am giddy to garden with you! Kids,...
View ArticleSeedling Swaps and Pop Up Shops
I am loving all the garden action happening in my community lately. There are so many gardeners selling or trading homegrown plant starts and organizations getting together to facilitate these seedling...
View ArticleAn Edible Plant Nursery I’d Sit in Traffic For
I’m a baby about traffic and like most people, I do my best to avoid it. Yet when I got an invitation to attend an open house for NW Bloom’s new edible nursery in Mill Creek, I didn’t hesitate to reply...
View ArticleFinding Friends on Instagram
I totally have a blog crush. Natalie and I were introduced to each other on our birthday by a lovely lady who follows us both on Instagram. Yes, we share the same birthday – just 10 years apart. She...
View ArticleSeattle Seedling at the Fremont Sunday Market
For the past two weeks, my living room has looked like a street fair. A mock-up of my future farmers’ market table blocks my usual workout area. I put together the puzzle that was my farm school banner...
View ArticleI’m One of Seattle’s “Top 25″ Urban Farms!
I am beyond excited to announce that I have been selected to be a stop on Seattle Tilth’s Chicken Coop tour! It will be my third year as a stop, but this time was extra special. This year, Seattle...
View ArticleUrban Farm Shirt Love
My friend Shango and I have always been kindred spirits with a hunger for a simpler life. Our friendship was forged as we exchanged home-canned goodies and shared gardening resources. He visited my...
View ArticleSummer Fruit for Winter Smoothies
Yesterday, I went blueberry picking for the first time this season. You know how much I love blueberries – they’re my favorite! Rachel and I made it a sister date and enjoyed over an hour of picking...
View ArticleUrban Farm and Garden Resources You Need to Know About
I found myself emailing this information to a reader the other day. I wanted to make sure you knew about these awesome resources in our area that I love. Seattle Seed Library It’s happening! A group of...
View ArticleThe Giving Chair
On my little porch, there is a little chair. When it was black, it wasn’t much to look at. Now it’s a cheerful shade of yellow. At first, it was just a chair, but soon it became a place to exchange...
View ArticleBlue Ribbon Fig and Thyme Jam
On Friday, the first one of the new school year, I found myself feeling a little run down. I ate lunch and checked the updates on my phone only to find the most exciting message, “Your fig and thyme...
View ArticleCilantro Lime Brussels Sprout Slaw
When your friend is willing to share a bounty of local, organic Brussels sprouts, you take her up on it. The abundance of Brussels sprouts I ended up with, a five stalk bundle, inspired all kinds of...
View ArticleSharing in the Goodness: An Interview with Solid Ground
Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with the folks at Solid Ground. I was honored that they wanted to hear about my story. We got to talk about what I love about being a giving gardener and about...
View ArticleProcessing Pain With Patchwork Quilts
2015 will be a year Eric and I will always remember. It’s a memorable one because we made it through. It was our first year of marriage and we made it through all the ups and downs that 2015 threw our...
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