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- Raised bed gardening : a complete beginner's guide : grow everything from herbs to tomatoes in your own custom raised beds / by Nolan, Tara,1977-author.;
Are you eager to step into vegetable gardening but don't know where to start? With this guide to the nearly foolproof raised-bed technique, you'll be growing your own organic food in no time. Growing your own food is a satisfying experience as well as an investment that will pay you and the community back in a myriad of ways, including benefits for the earth, greater food security, and better health. But where do you start and what is the best way to approach creating a garden and growing food? The raised bed gardening technique, used by successful food gardeners for centuries, is simple and can be done pretty much anywhere. Building beds allows you to bring in the right materials, which might not exist in your own environment, and grow your own food year-round, if you so choose--no matter where you live. So whether your outdoor space is big or small, raised beds are the best choice for your first vegetable garden. Some water and a little love and attention is all you need be successful. In Raised Bed Gardening: A Complete Beginner's Guide, you will learn everything you need to know to prepare and execute your garden plan and grow and harvest your produce. The book includes: Plans for building quick-and-simple beds that you can make yourself with a few common tools; Details on how to build the right soil mix to fill your beds ; List of the easiest plants to grow as a beginner; Plant information, along with which plants work best with other plants; Planting advice, including spacing instructions; Advice on mulch, watering, and fertilizing; Organic pest control; How to harvest and store your produce; How to get the most out of your raised bed space. So get started on your path to becoming a gardener. No matter what your level of confidence, this book will give you the information and tools you need to succeed.- Subjects: Raised bed gardening.;
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- Simply living well : a guide to creating a natural, low-waste home / by Watkins, Julia,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.In this timely and motivational guide, author Julia Watkins shares rituals, recipes, and projects for living simply and sustainably at home. For every area of your household--kitchen, cleaning, wellness, bath, and garden--Julia shows you how to eliminate wasteful packaging, harmful ingredients, and disposable items. Practical checklists outline easy swaps (instead of disposable sponges, opt for biodegradable sponges or Swedish dishcloths; choose a bamboo toothbrush over a plastic one) and sustainable upgrades for common household tools and products. Projects include scrap apple cider vinegar, wool dryer balls, kitchen bowl covers and cloth produce bags, non-toxic dryer sheets, all-purpose citrus cleaner, herbal tinctures and balms, and more, plus recipes for package-free essentials like homemade nut milk, hummus, ketchup, salad dressings, and veggie stock.- Subjects: Home economics.; House cleaning.; Kitchen gardens.; Waste minimization.;
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- Prepping 101 : 40 steps you can take to be prepared : protect your family, prepare for weather disasters, and be ready and resilient when emergencies arise / by Harrison, Kathy,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Emergency management; Preparedness; Survival;
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- Amigurumi crochet : super-cute patterns for animals, sea creatures, sweet treats, and more / by Strutt, Laura,1979-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Crochet 35 adorable amigurumi projects, including a butterfly, flowers, cherries, a paintbrush, and more. Make your own collection of 35 cuddly characters with these easy-to-crochet patterns from expert crafter Laura Strutt. Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting 3D toys, and by using just a few basic techniques, you'll be amazed by how you can create inventive projects that are bursting with personality. In chapter 1, Foodie Fun, discover how to crochet a trio of peas in a pod, treats such as a cupcake and an ice cream, and even some mini sushi. Chapter 2, Underwater Adventures, is packed with colorful creatures such as a jellyfish, a seahorse, and a mermaid. In chapter 3, Out in the Garden, there are adorable animals including a friendly fox and a sweet bunny as well an enchanting toadstool. Chapter 4, Daily Life, features charming makes such as crayons in rainbow colors, a little coffee cup, and a happy houseplant. Finally, chapter 5, Supersize, includes a range of larger-than-life designs, all made with super-soft bulky chenille yarn. As well as advice on tools and materials, you'll also find a step-by-step illustrated guide to all the crochet stitches and techniques you will need"-- Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Amigurumi; Animals in art.; Crocheting; Soft toy making;
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