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Carrie Seal-Stahl
- 35, Female
- Flat Rock, Michigan
- United States
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Backyard Chickens
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Hunting, Gathering and F…
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Alternative Energy
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Homegrown Michiganders
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I Could Ferment That!
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Carrie Seal-Stahl's Discussions
NOAH Project Needs Gardeners' Help!
Started Jun 2
Homesteader Skills to Learn???
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Carrie Seal-Stahl May 24.
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- What Kind of HOMEGROWN are You?
- Dirt Under My Fingernails City Slicker, Fill in the Blank
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- Stop and Smell the Flowers!
- A bit about me:
- I'm 35 years old and am a life-long resident of SE Michigan. We grow many of our own vegetables and herbs here on our suburban lot, and hope to move to a bigger plot of land in the future. We also assist my parents with large garden when we get the chance. Some of my favorite crops to grow include broccoli, hot peppers, and cucumbers. I also grow culinary and medicinal herbs. I hope to sell some produce and organic eggs when we are able to purchase property. I try to get friends involved in growing their own food by sharing herbs/vegetables with them. When they taste the difference, it opens adialogue leading to the "How to" discussion. I also post info, photos and recipes on my personal blog.
Besides my garden adventures, I enjoy creative endeavors. I am an aspiring professional fine artist! Most of my work is nature inspired, mostly done in acrylic paint, colored pencil or watercolors!
- Latest greatest meal cooked at home:
- The favorite around here seems to be Bean and Cheese Enchaladas, or Marinated Chicken Breasts on the grill.
- Currently reading
- The Herbal Medicine Maker's Handbook, Fruits and Berries for the Home Garden
- Currently listening to:
- 80's Rock, 90's Grunge, Movie Soundtracks
- My latest DIY project:
- *New Cuke and Pea growing beds
*Strawberry planter box
*Front Bath remodel
- I am a real person and not a spam robot - please answer that you're a real person.
- I'm a real person
The Many Benefits of Gardening
* Healthy, chemical free food supply
* Healthier eating habits encouraged
* Low-impact form of exercise
ECONOMY:
* More cost effective than buying from grocery stores
* Donate extra produce to food pantries
* Sell some of your produce at farmer's markets
* Gardens raise property values
SOCIAL:
* Encourages dialog with neighbors
* Community gardens encourage pride
ENVIRONMENT:
* Eating locally reduces emissions created by shipment
* Organic methods improve quality of local environment
* Provides habitat for beneficial insects, birds, and wildlife
PERSONAL:
* Connecting with nature
* Personal sense of accomplishment
* Sharing your knowledge with the next generation
Carrie Seal-Stahl's Photos
Garden 2010
Added May 11, 2010 at 2:55am
My Artwork
Added August 14, 2009 at 4:23am
Garden 2009
Added March 15, 2009 at 9:14pm
Carrie Seal-Stahl's Blog
Not So Great Harvest...
First it was fertilizer burn death for about 3/4 of my seedlings, then it was a flooded out plot, then it was scorchingly arid weather followed by constant tornado watches and warnings... It hasn't been a good year for gardening here in SE Michigan, atleast not in my yard!!!
But, the good news is it can always be rectified. First, some vinegar to kill off the massive amounts of weeds that have accumulated thanks to bird seed we put out in the feeders. Wait 2 weeks, add manure a
… ContinuePosted on August 5, 2010 at 1:02pm — 5 Comments
Simplifying and Frugalling ;)
Spent this evening clearing up clutter for "Spring Cleaning". We rearranged Britt's bedroom and are raiding our storage areas in the house and shed for items to sell in the Community-Wide Yard Sale next weekend! We've got a bunch of clothes that can go, some extra computer and PS2 controllers, movies, books... It's amazing how much stuff I've acquired in the 9 years I've lived here!
On the frugalling front, I've not only given up my smokes, but I've also given up soda. This is
… ContinuePosted on May 13, 2010 at 12:46am —
GRRR... Fertilizer Burn!
Thankfully I can just go down to my l… Continue
Posted on May 11, 2010 at 1:20am —
Everything Growing Along :)
I will set out my seedlings we started in the house this coming weekend. The following we will be planting seeds and starts at my parent's place out in Hillsdale County. They sold their house here in the city and will be liv… Continue
Posted on May 10, 2010 at 12:26am — 2 Comments
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 3:40pm on January 20, 2010,
Cornelia said…
- Hey Carrie,
I thought of you when I came across this "Virtual Farmers Market" site. Don't know if the pickup is nearby, but thought you'd like to share it with your fellow Michiganders. http://www.westmichigancoop.com/categories
Enjoy!
- At 1:29pm on December 29, 2009,
Rachel said… - Wow! I love your artwork! I'm just about to get into photography (my first class starts in 2 weeks yay!), but I do pottery and sculpture primarily, along with landscape design.
- At 9:07am on March 31, 2009,
Brian Stahl said… - hope the plants are still ok when I get home. Anything new sprouting yet?
- At 9:45am on October 14, 2008,
Cornelia said…
- Garden porn! Hi Carrie - so happy you joined us!
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