Meet June's Pattern of the Month - Memi's Lemons! This pattern is a celebration of the cheerful vibe of summer picnics and lemonade stands and a loving ode to my grandmother and her front yard lemon tree. Her birthday was in June so I'm honoring my Memi this month by featuring the quilt pattern inspired by her, Memi's
Astilbes are not only beautiful but they are surprisingly useful in problematic areas of the yard and garden. Learn all about them here.
After building a garage, the yard was destroyed! Read all about the yard repair post-construction, and how you can slowly get the grass back.
Meet Helix Onyx. It's all about linen looks and that lovely woven plaid pattern. It's fade-resistant. Made of 100% polyester.
So.... it's been a while!! For most of December and the first two weeks of January, our house was riddled with germs!! And in a house with four small kiddos, this meant lots of children's Motrin, fever checks, tissues, sleepless nights, and filling humidifiers! It's been exhausting, but I am hoping healthier days are ahead!! * * * * * * * * * * Lots going on in my classroom! My students have been working away on our argument unit, and I have to say, they LOVE it! Like, love it so much they want to talk about it the entire walk to specials! It KILLS me to have to "shh" them (I'm a stickler for quietly walking in the halls!) because they are just so spirited about this unit! The kicker are these debate cards that I'm using. I spent the summer Googling like crazy trying to find some refreshing hot topics for the kids to argue over (I was just so over the school uniform and longer school day debate!!). I came up with a GREAT list and created a set of task cards. Here's a sneak peak at a few (the full set of task cards are available in my complete argument writer's workshop available here): Each day, I randomly distribute a few of the topics and give the students five minutes to jot down their gut reactions to the card. I also ask them to brainstorm some potential opposing arguments. Then, I have them find everyone else in the room with the same card and together they discuss/debate. I do have them use a "talking stick" (we use the super-fancy highlighter :) to keep the overly-enthusiastic voices from drowning out the students who are on the quieter side. Basically, I give one person in each group the highlighter and they "begin" the discussion (usually they will start by reading the gut reaction they had when they first saw their topic). If someone wants to respond, they can raise their hand for the stick. Otherwise, it just gets passed around the circle so each kid gets a chance to speak. If a group is struggling, I will go over and raise my hand for the talking stick. Typically, when I throw my two-cents into the mix, it will get them going for at least another few minutes! After 15-20 minutes of talking, students go back to their desks and draft their argument. Typically, I give them 25 minutes (there is absolutely NO TALKING during this time!), and believe me, their hands are FLYING across their notebook page!! Almost always, every single student finishes their essay in that time! It is absolutely amazing how the "talk time" prior to writing gives even the most reluctant writers plenty to say. So far, we've completed this activity three times (students get a different prompt each time), therefore, every kid has three great first drafts in their notebook. And we will probably do this activity two or three more times over the next week. Then, students will be able to take the draft they are most excited about, do a little research on the topic, and turn their draft into a full essay. These debates have just been so much fun. I am eager to see how the final drafts of their essays turn out! Any tips and tricks for teaching argument writing? I'd love to hear about them! Happy Teaching!!
Electroculture gardening is all over the place right now, but we're about to dive a bit deeper into the science and how to try it out at home
This product is sold by the half yard Quantity 2=1 yard Gorgeous 100% certified organic french terry! *Please read bottom for content informaton about heathered french terry 12oz per linear yard 56" wide 250GSM CSPC Certified Sold with perfectly matching 2x1 Rib HERE LAUNDERED for softness- professionally heated in hot water and dried. It makes the loops on the back really soft! ORGANIC COTTON: This beautiful fabric is free from harmful chemicals, safe for even the most sensitive skin, and since it is a beautiful natural fiber, it won't pill like man made fibers will. This results in longer wear, and items fit for handing down. STRETCH: 60% horizontal, 40% vertical So squishy and comfy, the loops help to wick moisture from skin, making it perfect for all seasons and so many types of garments. CPSC CERTIFIED Milled, dyed, and laundered just for us in the USA. *** The Blue Check print is 100% American Milled Cotton but it is NOT organic! The check print may not be perfectly straight. This product is sold by the half yard Quantity 2=1 yard RECYCLED FT DETAILS: Gorgeous cotton blend french terry! This is the content for the Heathered stripes and heathered french terry 85% recycled organic cotton 10% recycled poly 5% tencel 12oz and a generous 56" wide Portland and Fremont stripes content info: 13 oz cotton/poly/viscose blend
Crochet this gorgeous daisy bag using 13 granny squares and 24/7 Cotton! Free pattern, tutorial and video available!
Imagine transforming your bedding drapery or home with the green Rivet Juniper fabric. It's all about that lovely woven plaid pattern. This fabric is a cotton blend.
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Building a fence? You may want to add a simple wooden gate. Learn how to build a wooden gate with this step by step video and tutorial.
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When we enclosed my yard with a cedar fence 11 years ago, it seemed like a good idea to create a removable section so we could get a truck inside.
My brother is a pro gardener, and many moons ago, he shared how he professionally edged flower beds. I decided to implement his method into my own garden, and b…
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Keep snapdragons blooming through the growing season by deadheading the fading flowers....
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Imagine transforming your home with the aqua and brown Homer Cornflower fabric. It's all about linen looks and that woven lovely plaid pattern. It's fade-resistant. Made of 100% polyester.
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One of my favorite memories as a homeschool mom is the year my oldest son was turning 4. We had this tradition at the time, that my husband would take my daughter out for a
About the top : Easy yet elegant clothes that can be worn for all occasions, thanks to styles and shapes that can be adapted to a wide range of fabrics. Without darts and ever so slightly flared on the sides, the Matisse top can only work wonders for your body shape. It’s most stylish detail? Its teardrop fastening at the back; neither too flirtatious nor too sexy, makes for the perfect amount of femininity. About "Les Patronnes" : we are here to help you start sewing and make up your wardrobe at the same time, without any hassle! To do this, we’re making life easy with : - The seam allowances already included (to avoid any headaches) - Pattern pieces which aren’t superimposed (for easy reading) - Video tutorials on our YouTube channel, to accompany you through process of making each piece (so you can sew at your own pace) And just to make sure you’ve got everything you need in order to get started, we’ve even put together a complete ‘toolbox,’ including technical advice and handy sewing tips, which you can find on our website!
Wondering when to plant wildflowers? I wouldn't blame you! Wildflowers are one of the best-known, best-loved flowers around. They have a way about them, simply by just being free and easy. If you want to try to contain them, I've got all the tips you need to grow wildflowers successfully.
Xyris is a light tee with a graphic lace all over the back. The body is knitted in the round from the bottom up until the armholes. Front and back are then separated and knitted flat, continuing the lace motif on the back and shaping a low scoop neckline on the front. Shoulders are joined with a three needle bind-off and stitches are picked up along the armholes and neckline to finish them in a large ribbing pattern. With simple stitches, the lace is worked on both RS and WS rows, with a twisted stitch structure that makes it easier to read. The loose fit and simple shape make this tee an easy to wear summer or versatile mid-season garment. Sizes : 1 (2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7) All measurements are those of the finished tee. See last pictures for schematic and complete measurements. Finished bust circumference : 92 (105 / 118 / 131 / 145 / 158 / 172) cm 36 ¼ (41 ¼ / 46 ½ / 51 ½ / 57 / 62 ¼ / 67 ¾)“ If you need a smaller or larger size please let me know before purchasing the pattern so I can grade it for you. Choose a size with 15 to 20 cm – 6 to 7 ¾“ positive ease at bust. If you are in between sizes, size up for more ease. Shown in size 2 on a 84 cm – 33” bust Yarn : 750 (800 / 850 / 950 / 1050 / 1200 / 1300) meters 820 (875 / 930 / 1040 / 1150 / 1315 / 1425) yards of fingering weight yarn. The sample is knit with BC Garn Bio Balance in Denim Blue. Needles : Main Fabric : 3.25 mm (US 3) circular needles with appropriate length to knit in the round and magic loop or DPNs. Neckline : 2.75 mm (US 2) circular needles with appropriate length to knit in the round and magic loop or DPNs. or size required to get gauge Gauge : 24 sts x 34 rnds per 10 cm – 4” with larger needles in lace motif after blocking To swatch, cast-on 49 sts and work the lace Chart from page 8 in the round at least once and a half (about 45 rnds). Notions : Stitch markers, tapestry needle and scissors Scrap yarn to place st on hold Row counter recommended Techniques used : Bottom up in the round drop shoulder tee Optional German short-rows bust darts (based on Cup size) Low scoop neckline Lace knitting with twisted stitches, eyelets, simple decreases on RS and WS rows 3/1 ribbing Three needle bind-off for the shoulders Lace is charted only Xyris est un t-shirt léger avec une dentelle graphique sur l’entièreté du dos. Le corps est tricoté en rond du bas vers le haut jusqu’aux emmanchures. Le devant et le dos sont séparés et tricotés à plat, en continuant la dentelle sur le dos et en formant une encolure basse arrondie sur le devant. Les épaules sont jointes avec un rabat à trois aiguilles et les mailles des manches et du col sont relevées pour les finir en côtes larges. Avec des points simples, la dentelle se tricote sur les rangs endroits et envers, avec une structure en mailles torses facile à suivre. La coupe large et la construction simple font du t-shirt un vêtement d’été ou de mi-saison facile à porter. Tailles : 1 (2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7) Toutes les mesures sont celles du t-shirt fini. Voir dernières photos pour le schéma technique et toutes les mesures. Tour de buste fini : 92 (105 / 118 / 131 / 145 / 158 / 172) cm Si vous avez besoin d’une taille plus petite ou plus grande envoyez-moi un message avant d’acheter le modèle pour que je puisse la grader pour vous. Choisissez une taille avec 15 à 20 cm d’aisance positive au tour de poitrine. Si vous êtes entre deux tailles, prenez la plus grande pour davantage d’aisance. Montré en taille 2 sur un tour de buste de 84 cm. Laine : 750 (800 / 850 / 950 / 1050 / 1200 / 1300) mètres de laine fingering. Le modèle est tricoté en BC Garn Bio Balance coloris Bleu Denim. Aiguilles : Principales : aiguilles circulaires numéro 3.25 mm avec la bonne longueur pour tricoter en rond et en Magic Loop ou prévoir des aiguilles double-pointes Col : aiguilles circulaires numéro 2.75 mm avec la bonne longueur pour tricoter en rond et en Magic Loop ou prévoir des aiguilles double-pointes ou numéros nécessaires pour obtenir l’échantillon Gauge : 24 m. x 34 rgs sur 10 cm avec les plus grandes aiguilles en motif de dentelle en rond après blocage Pour échantilloner, monter 49 m. et tricoter le Diagramme de dentelle page 8 en rond au moins une fois et demie (45 rgs). Accessoires : Anneaux marqueurs, aiguille à laine et paire de ciseaux Ramasse-mailles ou fil pour placer des mailles en attente Compte-rangs recommandé Techniques utilisées : T-shirt à épaules tombantes tricoté en rond du bas vers le haut Pinces poitrines optionnelles en rangs raccourcis allemands (basées sur la taille de bonnet) Col rond ouvert Dentelle avec mailles torses, jetés, diminutions simples sur des rangs END et ENV Côtes 3/1 Rabat à trois aiguilles pour les épaules La dentelle est présentée en diagramme uniquement
Partial shade shrubs can be difficult to shop for. Find tons of ideas on this list of 15 of the best bushes for low light garden areas.
How to successfully run a flamingo fundraiser and flock a yard. With You've Been Flocked! order forms, printable flyers, and yard signs.
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Here are all the details on Medinilla Plant Care, along with the Best Medinilla Varieties! Pick your favorite one out!
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