Category Archives: Garden

Repousse copper label – Chinese Pink garlic

Posted on November 10, 2011 by nancy

Having a little fun, needing the practice, and needing to know which garlic is which next spring, I made this label a couple of weeks ago.  In theory, there will be three more! Used my Northwest Pitchworks pitch, some of … Continue reading →

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Winterizing the Hardy Fern Foundation’s Hoop House

Posted on October 23, 2011 by nancy

Yesterday, the Hardy Fern Foundation had a work party to get the hoop house winterized – that is covered in plastic.  I’m fairly new to the activities and workings of the Foundation, so some of my observations might be “duh” to … Continue reading →

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For the last couple of months I’ve been mostly focused on finishing tax returns for clients and their businesses.  I’ve also been trying to keep my Etsy activity alive and well.  And three or four weeks ago I began a stone-setting … Continue reading →

Posted on October 23, 2011 by nancy | Leave a comment

A bountiful crop of huckleberries

Posted on September 17, 2011 by nancy

Today is really October 23rd, but I’m posting this as of the day I took these pictures and picked huckleberries – September 17th.    We’ve had this huckleberry bush for maybe 25 years. It’s on the west side of our house, and it … Continue reading →

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There should only be one Hubbard squash in anyone’s back yard

Posted on September 13, 2011 by nancy

Oh my!  I think this baby is coming in at about 30 pounds!?  Thank heavens there was only one!  This Hubbard squash has had a select spot this year, sort of a trophy spot.  Perfect for growing and showing.  This … Continue reading →

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