Category Archives: Thrift

‘Perpetual ‘ Vanilla Extract ~ A Gift That Will Last Forever

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Jacqueline

This last weekend we were privileged to be involved in the wedding of a dear friend who we love very much. For her bridesmaid’s shower, my daughter wanted the gift to appeal to her practical nature as well as her love … Continue reading →

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Posted in Baking, Food & Recipes, Thrift, Tinctures | 3 Comments

GF Dandelion Fritters and Greens~ Spring Tonic

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Jacqueline

As one of nature’s wonder plants, dandelions appear in the spring just when most of us are in need of a detox. ~ Jacqueline

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Posted in Coconut Oil, Food & Recipes, Health, Herbs, Thrift | 8 Comments

Joys of Foraging~Edible Wild Free Food

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Jacqueline

(source) In the early days of foraging, our ancestors had to learn the hard way about such things as the laxative properties of certain plants and to eat only the stems of rhubarb and not the poisonous leaves. Through trial … Continue reading →

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Posted in Food & Recipes, Health, Herbs, Nature, Raw food, Thrift | 5 Comments

My Favorite Cut Flower

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Jacqueline

Our all-time favorite cut flower is the Peruvian Lily or alstroemeria. You can find these orchid-like beauties at the supermarket now in big bunches, quite inexpensively as flowers go, 3 big sleeves for $10-$12. My husband surprised me with them for … Continue reading →

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Rooting Basil and Re-Growing Celery From Cuttings

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Jacqueline

Basil, the herb, has always been a big favorite with me. It is so pretty in the garden and it has many fun and delicious ways to use it in the kitchen. If you are a basil-lover as I am, … Continue reading →

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Posted in Garden, Herbs, Indoor Growing, Thrift | 15 Comments

Straw Bale Urban Gardening ~ Ideas and Getting Started

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Jacqueline

(source) If you’re an urban gardener who’s hoping to find enough space to grow even a tomato plant or two, “building” a garden with straw bales creates a whole new range of possibilities.  For those with limited space, poor soil, or only one spot … Continue reading →

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Posted in Compost, Garden, Thrift, Vegetables | 20 Comments

Lemon Honey Marmalade (No Sugar) ~ A Homemaker’s Musings

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Jacqueline

  She stares intently at the four, large bags of lemons that are still left. Ten years ago, they would have sat on her counter until they rotted (because at that point, she wouldn’t feel as guilty throwing them away). … Continue reading →

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Posted in Contentment, Food & Recipes, Guest Post, Thrift, Tutorial | 22 Comments

Does $afely Trust in Her? ~ A True Story/ Guest Post by JES

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Jacqueline

It all started 15 years ago when her clock broke. Being the new daughter-in-law in the family, I jumped at the chance to bond with my mother-in-law. I quickly informed her that we now have an excuse to go shopping! … Continue reading →

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Posted in Guest Post, Restoring Lost Arts, Thrift | 34 Comments

Soaking Beans and Grains ~ ByeBye Phytic Acid and Beano

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Jacqueline

Traditional cultures took great care to ‘deal with’ their legumes and grains with a long soak before cooking. It has been practiced by our ancestors in nearly every culture, from what I can find, around the world that has had these … Continue reading →

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Posted in Books, Food & Recipes, Health, Restoring Lost Arts, Storing Food, Thrift | 26 Comments

“She Planteth” ~ An Inspirational Gardening Journal Printable

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jacqueline

  In the very beginning, God established the garden as our only food source. In the last century, we have strayed from this concept and have found that (behind our backs) seeds are being manipulated, chemicals are sprayed by the … Continue reading →

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Posted in Books, Garden, Guest Post, Preparedness, Thrift | 13 Comments