Tutorial - How to Make a DIY Herb Garden

Start with two salvaged screens that are the same size

Tutorial at The Sassy Sparrow Blog

"Each year we have a herb garden for our summer cooking and it is just about the most usefully wonderful thing we have ever done! Last year however we had it on our back steps and all the mangy cats that we have running around (we don’t know why they stick around, it must have something to do with the fact that we feed them. Ugh…) kept knocking them off the steps and breaking them. So this year something different was in order. Here’s a quick and easy (If you can run a driver) tutorial on our free standing herb garden".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Garden Planter

Planter makes it easy to weed and grow vegetables on your deck

Tutorial at Grandma's House DIY Blog

"I took an afternoon to build my wonderful mom a tall planter so she could have a vegetable garden on her deck. Gardens are known for endless hoeing and countless hours day in and day out bent over in back breaking work in the constant battle against weeds. Because we started with organic soil that we brought in we were already way ahead of any weeds or grasses that might try to take over our plants. (As opposed to tilling up a spot in our yard that would be chock full of thousands of different kinds of weeds and grass seeds) So far I can count on one hand the amount of minutes we’ve needed to weed this garden all year".... Read more

Tutorial - Garden Seed Packet Match Game

Empty seed packets make a fun learning game

Tutorial at A Mom's Take Blog

"Bring in spring with this fun Garden Seed Packet Match game. You can recycle and repurpose your old fruit and vegetable seed packets and turn them into a fun kid-friendly activity. Pull this out for rainy-day fun and start dreaming of planting in your garden beds. For this fun DIY game you will need a variety of empty seed packets, or old seed packets that you’re ready to repurpose. You’ll want two packages of each fruit or vegetable type, but the pictures can be different. In fact, I have only one exact match, and I much prefer my different picture sets as they are more interesting".... Read more

Tutorial - Make an Upcycled Window Herb Planter

Turn a old window into a pretty garden feature

Tutorial at Pillar Box Blue Blog

"When a good friend recently had new windows, she was going to discard the hundred year old sashes she’d replaced. Luckily I managed to stop her! Wendy was a bit skeptical about my plans to turn the old windows into a lovely feature for the garden. However in the end she was delighted with the result, and said that it was one of her favourite upcycles.   Not only does the upcycled window herb planter looks fantastic in my little garden but it’s really practical, as I now have my own little herb garden. The herbs are in portable upcycled tin can planters, that can be easily taken into the kitchen when needed. I used tin cans as planters".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Miniature Desert Garden

Plant succulents and cacti in a half a wine barrel, and add some coarse sand

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"We had so much fun making this little desert fairy garden, I wanted to share “how we did it” with you. The main house is made from a wooden tissue box that's covered in bark strips for a rustic look. We added a porch to give the fairies a place to relax and watch those glorious desert sunsets and installed solar powered lights so the little folk could live off the grid. And when nature calls there's even a little outhouse with a long drop".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Frame a Vertical Garden

Succulents don’t need a lot of water and are easy to maintain

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"Vertical gardens fascinate me. It doesn’t matter where you live or how much space you have these gardens are a living canvas that show case the best that nature has to offer. With so many inspiring ideas on the web we had to try make our own using a plastic frame we found at the local hospice".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Grass Head Pots

A fun and educational spring craft for kids

Tutorial at Non Toy Gifts Blog

"I love gardening and if my hobby intrigues my picky eaters’s curiosity for new veggies, that makes my outdoor project even more worthwhile. It may have taken my son a whole summer to accept tomatoes into his diet and then another one for cherry tomatoes but he eats tomatoes like a pro now.  With the mild winter that we’ve had so far (which only happens once in a million years in Minnesota ) and days like yesterday when we were able to play outside for the entire afternoon, I’m very eager to get my hands in the dirt".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Plant Seeds in Eggshells

Start the planting season with this fresh spring-time tutorial

Tutorial at Apple Green Cottage Blog

"Spring time again. My wishes for a garden have remained - wishes only :) Which doesn't stop us from making plans and getting ready for the planting season on the balcony! If you use eggs for your breakfast, handle the eggshells with a little care and you'll get yourself lovely seed planters - zero cost and ecological! Read on to see how".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Herb Window Garden

Make a living garden for your kitchen window with everyday items
 
Tutorial at Nanny Notes 2 U Blog

"With the restoration of our kitchen following a leak disaster, I had lots of time to think - I know it sounds strange but I do do it some times!! I have always wanted one of these gardens in the window but I guess expense, window not in the right place etc etc has meant its never happened so, here comes the thinking and my herbs in the window".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Miniature Garden

Miniature alpine landscape to chase away winter blues

Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"During the holidays I received two gifts that I knew would be great for creating a new fairy garden. The first was a miniature Italian Stone Pine tree (which I may have over-watered a bit because I have a bad habit of thinking water = love with plants). The second was a bottle of maple syrup. Even though I received these gifts from different people, they seemed like a perfect pairing for an Alpine themed fairy garden.  I've been scouting my yard for the perfect spot to create my miniature landscape and finally settled on a large clay pot near our fire pit".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Propagate Hydrangeas

I hope to catch one of mine before the season is over to try this

Hydrangea Tutorial at The Comfy Crafter Blog

"Today I wanted to show you a trick for easily propagating hydrangeas. This is the time of year hydrangeas are getting trimmed back, so perfect timing to get cuttings to propagate! First step is to get a cutting of a hydrangea. In our current place we don't have a hydrangea but our neighbor does and she lays the cuttings out in a branch pile so I scoop those up anytime I see them.  Now, the cuttings I used had been laying out for a couple days, so they look a little sad and wilty. The great thing about hydrangeas is they will bounce right back, they are very vocal about if they want water and once you give it to them, they perk right back".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Harvest Black Walnuts

My neighbor used to bake black walnut cake - delicious!

Black Walnut Tutorial at Homestead Cooking Blog

"The flavor of black walnuts lends a gourmet touch to cakes, cookies, breads, and other baked goods. The flavor is so distinct that once you’ve tasted them, you immediately known when the baker has added them to the recipe. In my previous post, Black Walnut Harvesting and Recipes Coming Up, I stated that I would share the how-to’s of harvesting. It was cold out Saturday, in the 40 degree range, and I didn’t want to get walnut stains on my coat, and I just had on a couple of thin shirts. Needless to say, all I thought about was pressing on and getting this job finished".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Garden Plant Labels

Attractive labeling for your garden veggies
Plant Label Tutorial at Confessions of an Overworked Mom Blog

"With my brand new raised garden beds planted, I really wanted some cute garden plant labels to label each of my plants.  I looked at some of the garden plant labels at the store but they were fairly pricey.  I like my garden plant labels to be large enough so that when the plant grows, I can still find the label and identify the plant. These garden plant labels are very easy to make and take only a few minutes.  If you are artistic, you can paint the words and vegetables on the front of your pots.  Painting is not one of my skills, so I chose to write the words with permanent markers".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Miniature Landscape Garden

 Many herbs have small leaves, perfect for a miniature garden scene

  Garden Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"I've been anxious to create my own fairy garden for quite awhile. I first saw one last fall, but the weather was already cooling down and it wasn't a great time to start growing stuff outside. But now the weather is warmer and I finally have a magical little fairy house ready for some prime property.  Lucky for me I have the perfect place in mind. There is a small piece of pottery by our front door that currently contains some less than inviting, dead frost damaged foliage. It will be fun to display an inviting little landscape that welcomes visitors".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Palette Herb Garden

Herb Garden Tutorial at Second Chance to Dream Blog

"I have wanted an official herb garden for many years. I ran across this pin on Pinterest and really liked it. But a single palette wouldn't work were I wanted to put it. I then saw this pin and I liked it but I didn't want stuff growing out of the palette I wanted pots. So, I came up with my own idea. I really liked the color on the palettes but all of the structure pieces in our yard are white, so I brought my color in with my pots".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Mini Greenhouse with Recycled Packaging

Use clamshell packaging to jump start the growing season

Greenhouse Tutorial at Eliza K Prints Blog

"I'm a huge advocate of using "garbage" for seed starters. I've done toilet paper roll starters, cardboard milk containers and  self watering pop bottle starters. I tried with egg cartons but was not pleased with the results. I decided to try and use the clamshell packaging as mini greenhouses this year and I'm ecstatic about the results".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Succulent Vertical Garden

Hunt for succulents in your yard, get starter plants from friends and family, or join a gardening swap

Vertical Gardening Tutorial at Second Chance to Dream Blog

"All over Pinterest are examples of vertical succulent gardening.   Check out my Gardening/Outdoor board for some really unique ideas.  I saw one that used an old window frame.  Most of them used picture frames, but I had had this window frame in my garage for a couple years that I bought for 5.00  and I knew it would be perfect for this project".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sprout a Sweet Potato Tuber

Harvest the shoots for stir fries and salads

Sprouts Tutorial at Sharlzdollz Blog

" I wanted to show (with actual pictures) the ease of sprouting a sweet potato tuber at home.  Simply take one the tubers from your local fruit and veg shop.  Pop it in a bottle or clear(ish) container in the sink with water in the bottle.  Suspend your tuber in the bottle with some toothpicks.  The crazy eyes are optional but make you smile while washing the dishes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Tabletop Garden

Fill some pretty vintage bowls with succulents

Tabletop Garden Tutorial at Arctida's Creations Blog

"I love plants and I love succulents especially! Their shapes, colors and unusual looks always make me happy and amazed at the same time. I’ve already tried making succulent mini gardens before so when a couple of days ago I found amazing vintage bowls/vases at the local thrift shop I just had to do something about them :)  So here is a DIY instruction on how to make your own pretty succulent garden.  Supplies: bowl/vase/planter of your choice, succulents, cactus/succulent potting soil, decorative stones and pebbles, charcoal".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Cucumber Sub

A light refreshing lunch

Cucumber Sub Tutorial at Make the Best of Everything Blog

"Here is another installment in my " eating lighter" campaign.  And I should just state that I am NOT anti bread!  I LOVE bread!  I am just trying to be pro vegetable!  Do you peel your cucumbers?  I sometimes do.  If the skin tastes bitter I will defiantly peel it.  If the cucumber is organic, I will always leave it on.  There is so much nutrients in the skin, that I like to keep the skin on if possible".... Read more