Fall Gourds — Good Witches Homestead

Storage containers, bowls, utensils, tools, masks, musical instruments, jewelry, dolls, flotation devices, toys, wheels, sieves, food, birdhouses – the list goes on and on for the many functional, spiritual, and decorative uses of the humble gourd. At this time of year, gourds abound at farmer’s markets, the grocery store, and even the backyard for some […] … Continue reading Fall Gourds — Good Witches Homestead

Tabletop Nesting in the Potting Shed — Home is Where the Boat Is

Happy Wednesday! I took a cue from the birds and have been busy nesting in the Potting Shed. Birds of a feather have flocked together for a little tabletop dining and seed buffet . . . Every bird is welcome! I love all things ‘bird’! Eastern Bluebirds have taken up residence in two of our […] … Continue reading Tabletop Nesting in the Potting Shed — Home is Where the Boat Is

Garden for Wildlife Month: Create a Wildlife Habitat in Your Backyard — Home is Where the Boat Is

Learn how to create a habitat garden to attract birds, butterflies, and other neighborhood wildlife. It’s fun, makes a positive difference and easier than you might think. May is my favorite gardening month, when the first flush of blooms appear and before the mercury and humidity collide to reach the ‘sweltering’ mark! And as it’s […] … Continue reading Garden for Wildlife Month: Create a Wildlife Habitat in Your Backyard — Home is Where the Boat Is

Street art project, Happy City Birds, creates more than 3,500 birdhouses from upcycled materials

Putting the ‘She’ in a Potting Shed and Giveaway — Home is Where the Boat Is

My Potting Shed was featured in She Sheds: A Room of Your Own, by Erika Kotite, published by Cool Springs Press/Quarto Publishing Group. “She” was honored to be included among the examples of She Sheds in this book! You can find her in the “Sheds for Gardeners” chapter. Other chapters in the book include “What’s … Continue reading Putting the ‘She’ in a Potting Shed and Giveaway — Home is Where the Boat Is