Avoid harsh and possibly dangerous chemicals by making your own herbal shampoo. It's easy and fun to do.

Lots of folks are trying to save a few dollars by doing their own repairs these days, but before you get out the ladder, a saw or that hammer, read up on home repair safety.

With summer on the way, prepare for those hot, spicy evenings by making a Cajun Spice Blend that will add flavor and some heat to your meals.

Grow fenugreek in your garden and use it as an herbal medication for sore throat, tinnitus and more.

Yeah, try herbs for minor ailments.

Snuggle up with a homemade Snuggie. Free Snuggie Pattern.

How to keep houseplants if you don't have a green thumb - tips for the rest of us.

Try keeping houseplants . . . again. Five reasons why.

Learn about rosemary christmas trees

Where every penny counts, don't waste energy in your home. Check out some large and small ways to save.

Get organized for before Christmas becomes a nightmare.

Getting organized when the Christmas cookie rush comes is important. These tips will help keep you on track.

This year I'm trying to save every penny by decorating on the cheap. Here are some ideas.

Make this refreshing easy soup.

Get the scoop on using side-setting triangles in your quilts. On-point block settings can by tricky, especially when determining the right size of the side setting triangles.

Sewing curves never looked so good. Make your next quilt a dazzler by throwing it some curves. it's easy, and with some free drunkard's path templates, its economical too.

You don't have to be tipsy to love this block. It's easy to make and the results are graphic, have movement, and offer some eye catching layouts.

Is your stash taking over your home? When does your stash become too much of a good thing?

Lavender wands are a quick and easy summer craft project that makes a thoughtful and elegant gift all year long. Make up a batch now and save them for holiday gift giving.

Fall is coming. Try making a tee shirt quilt.

Buy your fabric now - prices are on the rise.

This is a great solution to the problem of Japanese beetles in the garden.

Build beautiful hair from the inside out.

Explore and share the world of quilting. Working with fabric and mixed media can be a satisfying and lucrative pastime. Promote your craft and join the artistic community.

Are you a quilter whose thought about tackling something extraordinary? Try a twisted log cabin quilt. Here's a free pattern and layout.

Hate to iron? You're not alone. But this important step in the quilting or sewing process can make or break your project. Here's why.

So, are you a quilter. Check and see.

Make sausage! It's fun and easy. Linguica is a Portuguese sausage that's full of flavor, isn't very hot, and has a skillet full of personality. Make some and see for yourself.

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