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quilt from T-shirts
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Can anyone direct me to good easy instructions for repurposing T-shirts into a usable quilt? Please?ShellieContinue

Started this discussion. Last reply by HOMEGROWN.org Jan 31, 2012.

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I have a brick window-type box on the south side of my house. I am wondering what fruit/veggie or other would tolerate that concentrated heat. I am in growing zone 4 (west central Minnesota). Your…Continue

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Shellie A. Gades commented on Torry's group 'Recipe Sharing'

"@ Penny V.: these recipes look great and yummy!!!"

Apr 6

Shellie A. Gades posted a status

"Over the winter, added 4 feather-footed bantam roosters. Oh they bring such joy! And they are keeping my one lone guinea company."

Apr 6

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Shellie A. Gades commented on Torry's group 'Recipe Sharing'

"How about some homemade granola to munch on or add to your yogurt?"

Apr 6

Shellie A. Gades commented on Torry's group 'Recipe Sharing'

"im gone 12 hours a day but thankfully have access to refrigeration and microwave if needed. i like to pack popcorn and cut up carrots and celery (or other veggies if i have them). you could also free some individual cups of yogurt and keep them in a…"

Apr 6

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homemade matches

Today rolled up some homemade "matches" recycles a newsletter. Just rolled it about the size of a pencil starting in one corner finishing it off with a piece of tape to hold it in place. Trialed it on the trash burn today. Worked fabulous and still…

Jan 26

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Shellie A. Gades replied to HOMEGROWN.org's discussion 'Homemade Extracts 101: Vanilla, Peppermint, Almond'

"Waste not want not! :) "

Jan 14

Shellie A. Gades replied to HOMEGROWN.org's discussion 'Homemade Extracts 101: Vanilla, Peppermint, Almond'

"No, none, Jennifer. I simply washed the lemon, used my vegetable peeler to take the top layer of the lemon rind, then julienned the rind, and added the vodka. I then took the lemon and sliced it and froze it for in iced tea. I let it sit…"

Jan 14

Shellie A. Gades replied to HOMEGROWN.org's discussion 'Homemade Extracts 101: Vanilla, Peppermint, Almond'

"I made homemade vanilla extract. My stepmother was skeptical until she tried it. I also made some lemon extract that is fabulous! This year will try a cinnamon-hot pepper extract to use as a marinade...."

Jan 12

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Meet Your Neighbors: Sue

"Hi Sue!!! Welcome to Homegrown.org. Don't you just love this place. I love sweet potatoes. have never tried them. Unsure if it's even possible here in west central Minnesota."

Oct 26, 2012

Shellie A. Gades commented on Shellie A. Gades's status

"The liquid version!!!"

Sep 13, 2012

Jennifer commented on Shellie A. Gades's status

"Yay! Glad to hear it. Just curious: Did you make the liquid or powdered version?"

Sep 13, 2012

Shellie A. Gades commented on Jenna Beaulieu's blog post 'Reclaiming Sundays'

"Amen Sister!"

Sep 12, 2012

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"the homemade laundry soap is wonderful!"

Sep 12, 2012

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"Using my steamer-juice to make grape juice. It's beautiful and the steamer works slick!!! So rewarding."

Sep 11, 2012

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Shellie A. Gades commented on SamR's blog post 'Awe~Naturale'

"Mushrooming is something I have yet to explore... too many variables. But these beauties look easy enough to identify!"

Sep 11, 2012

Shellie A. Gades commented on SamR's blog post 'Awe~Naturale'

"that looks delicious!!!"

Sep 9, 2012

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What kind of HOMEGROWN are you?: Earth Mama, Dirt Under My Fingernails City Slicker, Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank:: Definitely like getting dirt under my nails.

A bit about me:: Life is good. I come from a long line of gardeners and food preservers. Thank God for them. I am still learning about some of the things they used to keep for food. l I love being able to garden, can, dehydrate and freeze bounties. I am working toward being more self-sufficient. One day I'm leaving the commute to the workplace rat race and will settle in to corner of the world.

Latest greatest meal cooked at home:: Kale and bean soup with homemade dumplings. I cook at home most all the time. It's all good!

Currently reading:: a book about the dust bowl. The Bible...

Currently listening to:: Oldies, public radio, some country, depends on my mood.

My latest DIY project:: expanding the guinea pen. they seem to like it. OH! and I made laundry soap - successfully! YAY!

Course there's always the trusty "notebook" to consult if I run out of thoughts. Always wanting to learn something. My ultimate goal is finding and creating my own version of the "Shire."

How did you find HOMEGROWN.org?: emm... i think it was facebook... which i am happy to report i am no longer associated with. homegrown.org is so much more satisfying.

Web site I recommend:: http://www.freecycle.org

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At 8:14am on April 23, 2011, Flour Sack Mama said…: Thanks for the encouragement, Shellie. My grandparents are definitely an inspiration for my writing, and for wanting to learn things I saw in practice as a small child.

At 1:38pm on April 22, 2011, Jason Stroh said…: Hey thanks homegirl ! I have already told a few friends about it and they have signed up as well ! So excited to be here !

At 11:37am on April 20, 2011, kristin clapper said…: Thank you Shellie!! I looooove making them, and being creative!

At 11:07pm on March 27, 2011, Douglas A Yates said…: Could have used this site a few years ago also. A lot of good stuff.

P.S. I don't smell spring yet!

At 12:56pm on March 16, 2011, Kristie Nackord said…: Hi Shellie,

You know, I've never done a forced cold stratification myself, but I say TRUST your instincts and your own Knowing. This is how we learn! You can't go wrong. Truly. And, you can always post a question here and ask our fellow homegrown peeps!

At 11:55am on March 16, 2011, Kristie Nackord said…: oh, and please post pictures of your process if you want. I love this sort of thing! ~Kristie

At 11:54am on March 16, 2011, Kristie Nackord said…: Hi Shellie,

I love, love, love echinacea! How exciting you will be growing her in your own garden this year. Growing herbs from seed is truly rewarding and empowering. Good for you!

This beauty needs cold-stratification. Follow what the "Mother" does (mother nature). Put her seeds down in fall and allow them to be brrrr chilly all winter and warm up with the spring. If it is still rather cold in your area, sow the seeds now. If you want to sow indoors, check out this link for a little helpful hint. You will need to 'mock' the outdoor cold process.

Happy gardening to you~

Kristie

https://bbbseed.3dcartstores.com//Coneflower-Native-Purple-Echinacea-angustifolia_p_629.html

At 8:55pm on March 9, 2011, Douglas A Yates said…: Hi

I found this site thru Mother Earth News, very interesting. How long have you been a member?