Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building » Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com Green design & eco innovation for a better world Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:43:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc 15 Fantastic Green Gift Ideas for Father’s Day http://inhabitat.com/15-fantastic-green-gift-ideas-for-fathers-day/ http://inhabitat.com/15-fantastic-green-gift-ideas-for-fathers-day/#comments Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:20:25 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=520372
Father’s Day is approaching quickly, and if the special dad in your life is an eco-minded type, you might be a bit stumped on what to get him this year. Lucky for you we've rounded up more than a few fantastic gift ideas that are sure to inspire smiles all]]> organic beers, permaculture, permaculture gardening, gardening tools, Father's day, fathers, dads, hammock, solar bbq, solar barbecue, solar charger, solar-powered charger, world wildlife fund, charity, gardening tools, vegan, vegan food, vegan snacks, popcorn, coffee, fair-trade coffee, eco-friendly watch, lunch, lunch kit, reusable utensils, vegan skincare

Father’s Day is approaching quickly, and if the special dad in your life is an eco-minded type, you might be a bit stumped on what to get him this year. Lucky for you we’ve rounded up more than a few fantastic gift ideas that are sure to inspire smiles all around. From a selection of organic microbrews for the man who scoffs at the sight of Coors, to some great camping gear for that dad who loves to spend time outdoors, check out these 15 fab green gift ideas for Father’s Day!

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/15-fantastic-green-gift-ideas-for-fathers-day/feed/ 0 DIY: How to Start Your Own Seed Bank http://inhabitat.com/diy-how-to-start-your-own-seed-bank/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-how-to-start-your-own-seed-bank/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2013 21:29:47 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=498762
Urban food gardens are popping up all over the world, and with good cause: as food prices continue to rise and the very real issues of GMO contamination become more apparent, many people are realizing how important it is to be self-sufficient as far as food]]> garden, seeds, organic, organic vegetables, growing food, gardens, seed sharing, seed bank, permaculture, heirloom, tomatoes, herbs, sustainability

Urban food gardens are popping up all over the world, and with good cause: as food prices continue to rise and the very real issues of GMO contamination become more apparent, many people are realizing how important it is to be self-sufficient as far as food production is concerned. As this is the time of year when people are ordering seeds and getting ready to sow them for this summer’s garden, it’s the perfect opportunity to set up a seed bank to share with your friends, family, and even your community.

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-how-to-start-your-own-seed-bank/feed/ 0 DIY: How to Plant a Personal Garden In a Small Urban Space http://inhabitat.com/diy-create-a-personal-urban-patio-garden-not-matter-how-small-your-space/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-create-a-personal-urban-patio-garden-not-matter-how-small-your-space/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 15:20:06 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=498759
Many people bemoan the fact that they can't grow their own food (or even flowers) because they lack any kind of garden space, but guess what? You can actually grow more than you realize in really small areas as long as they get a bit of direct sun. Hell, you]]> Pots of herbs on a patio, garden, urban garden, patio garden, balcony garden, urban food production, urban garden, patio, tomatoes, herbs, vegetables, trellis, companion planting

Many people bemoan the fact that they can’t grow their own food (or even flowers) because they lack any kind of garden space, but guess what? You can actually grow more than you realize in really small areas as long as they get a bit of direct sun. Hell, you can even grow things indoors under a lamp, but there’s something special about plucking your own food from a stalk that’s been sitting in summer sunshine all day. In any case, whether you have a little concrete slab behind your house, a fire escape outside your window, or even a tiny balcony, your urban garden can be a veritable Eden of fresh, healthy, home-grown vegetables, and herbs.

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-create-a-personal-urban-patio-garden-not-matter-how-small-your-space/feed/ 2 7 DIY Face Masks for Gorgeous Spring and Summer Skin http://inhabitat.com/7-diy-face-masks-for-a-gorgeous-spring-and-summer-skin/ http://inhabitat.com/7-diy-face-masks-for-a-gorgeous-spring-and-summer-skin/#comments Sun, 05 May 2013 17:45:06 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=494789
These DIY masks can work wonders for a variety of skin issues—from dry, cracked cheeks and dull foreheads to acne breakouts. Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible, as the skin on your face is thinner than other parts of your body and can soak]]> facial care, organic skin care, mask, DIY, DIY mask, avocado, avocado mask, oatmeal mask, oatmeal, eczema, rosacea, acne, dry skin Moisturizing oatmeal mask Strawberry halves Facial moisture mask Fresh papaya mask Steeped Green Tea for Mask Facial mask, diy mask, eco face mask, all natural face mask Coffee for facial mask Avocado Face mask Crackly man mask

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/7-diy-face-masks-for-a-gorgeous-spring-and-summer-skin/feed/ 0 Banish Dry Skin: Here are 7 All-Natural Body Scrubs That You Can Make Yourself! http://inhabitat.com/banish-dry-skin-here-are-7-all-natural-body-scrubs-that-you-can-make-yourself/ http://inhabitat.com/banish-dry-skin-here-are-7-all-natural-body-scrubs-that-you-can-make-yourself/#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2013 18:02:24 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=491713
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]]> http://inhabitat.com/banish-dry-skin-here-are-7-all-natural-body-scrubs-that-you-can-make-yourself/feed/ 0 The InVaso Self-Watering Sponge Pot is Great for Forgetful Gardeners http://inhabitat.com/the-invaso-self-watering-sponge-pot-is-great-for-forgetful-gardeners/ http://inhabitat.com/the-invaso-self-watering-sponge-pot-is-great-for-forgetful-gardeners/#comments Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:30:35 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=489425
Even the most dedicated green thumbs may occasionally forget to water their plants. Enter InVaso — a self-watering sponge vase created by industrial designer Stefano Claudio Bison. Made from the same kind of porous sponge that we use to clean our homes,]]> InVaso, InVaso Sponge Vase, Sponge vase, Stefano Claudio Bison, Bison Sponge

Even the most dedicated green thumbs may occasionally forget to water their plants. Enter InVaso — a self-watering sponge vase created by industrial designer Stefano Claudio Bison. Made from the same kind of porous sponge that we use to clean our homes, InVaso doesn’t just contain your favorite plant, but also holds water that the plant needs to survive.

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/the-invaso-self-watering-sponge-pot-is-great-for-forgetful-gardeners/feed/ 0 Homesteaders vs Preppers: What’s the Difference? http://inhabitat.com/homesteaders-vs-preppers-whats-the-difference/ http://inhabitat.com/homesteaders-vs-preppers-whats-the-difference/#comments Sat, 02 Mar 2013 20:30:27 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=482652
My lack of familiarity with these terms prompted me to do some research (as any good noob should do), and I found that there was a veritable treasure-trove of info to be found on the topic. At first glance, there seems to be a number of similarities between]]> homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia homesteader, prepper, prepping, preppers, homesteaders, homesteading, survivalist, survivalism, permaculture, sustainable permaculture, backyard chickens, bunker, goats, home industry, soapmaking, hoarding, paranoia

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/homesteaders-vs-preppers-whats-the-difference/feed/ 3 Family Cloths: Reusable Toilet Wipes, Gross or Great? http://inhabitat.com/family-cloths-gross-or-great/ http://inhabitat.com/family-cloths-gross-or-great/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2013 22:44:44 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=480483
Many of us who try to lead eco-conscious lifestyles are likely already using many reusable, washable fabric items for both household and personal use; cotton dish cloths, washable baby diapers, handkerchiefs, and Glad Rags-type menstrual cloths are growing]]> family cloths, toilet paper, cloth diapers, washable wipes, washable diapers, flannel, flannel cotton, handkerchiefs, toilet, bathroom tissue

Many of us who try to lead eco-conscious lifestyles are likely already using many reusable, washable fabric items for both household and personal use; cotton dish cloths, washable baby diapers, handkerchiefs, and Glad Rags-type menstrual cloths are growing in popularity, but there’s one area in which we may all be eco-offenders: the ‘loo. The fluffy white toilet tissue that most of us use to dab at our nether-regions is usually made of virgin tree fiber, unless we’ve gone for a brand that uses recycled materials. Using TP with recycled content is better for both trees and the planet’s water supply, but there’s still a lot of processing that’s required to create it, and there’s likely to still be some old-growth forest wood pulp in there too. If we’d like our personal care habits to be as eco-friendly as possible, what other options can we look into? Short of keeping a pile of mullein leaves or a bucket of water and a ladle beside the toilet, there aren’t too many alternatives that don’t involve something disposable.

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/family-cloths-gross-or-great/feed/ 4 6 Simple Ways to Make Your Life Even Greener http://inhabitat.com/6-ways-to-make-2013-even-greener/ http://inhabitat.com/6-ways-to-make-2013-even-greener/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:52:55 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=472579
1. Reuse Bags and Containers It’s easy to carry around a reusable bag in your purse or pocket so you don’t have to buy a plastic one at the store. There are countless styles available in a variety of fabrics, so feel free to scour local shops, Etsy, etc.]]> reusable water bottles, eco friendly cleaners, eco-friendly, walking, cycling, bike, landfill, clean water, reduce food waste, meal planning reusable bag, eco bag, green bag, recycled bag, plastic bag alternatives eco Cleaning Supplies, green cleaning, green your cleaning, non toxic cleaning supplies Reusable Water Bottle, water bottles, eco water bottles green water bottles Diva Cup, eco tamposn, eco pads, eco friendly tampons, eco friendly pads, tampon alternatives, pad alternatives Meal Planning, meal plans, sustainable eating Cyclists, bicycling, green transportation

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/6-ways-to-make-2013-even-greener/feed/ 0 14 Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree Alternatives to Green Your Holidays http://inhabitat.com/6-eco-friendly-alternatives-to-the-traditional-christmas-tree/ http://inhabitat.com/6-eco-friendly-alternatives-to-the-traditional-christmas-tree/#comments Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:38:50 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=462267
possibiliTree The holiday decor possibilities are endless with an eco-friendly possibiliTree! Designed by architect Richard Babcock as a natural wood, waste-free alternative to real Christmas trees, the possibilitree offers a reusable solution for families]]> Faux Christmas tree, fake Christmas tree, wooden holiday tree, wooden Christmas tree, wooden xmas tree, plastic xmas tree, plastic Christmas tree, inflatable Christmas tree, One Two Tree, eco christmas tree, green christmas tree, green xmas tree, sustainable xmas tree, sustainable holiday decor, green holidays, green christmas, sustainably sourced wood, managed forests, sustainable design, green design" title="One Two Tree Eco Christmas Tree http://www.possibilitree.com/, eco tree, eco christmas tree, green christmas tree, christmas tree alternative Jubiltree, Wooden Christmas Tree, green holidays, sustainable christmas tree, green xmas tree, green winter holiday, sustainable xmas tree, green holiday tree, christmas tree alternatives, american hardwood, locally sourced materials rosemary christmas tree, green holidays, sustainable christmas tree, green xmas tree, green winter holiday, sustainable xmas tree, green holiday tree, christmas tree alternatives natural cardboard christmas tree, The Cardboard Tree, Cardboard Tree, christmas trees, cardboard christmas tree, eco friendly christmas tree, xmas tree, eco xmas tree, green xmas tree, recyclable christmas tree Scandinavian holiday tree, children's Christmas tree, wooden Christmas tree, wooden xmas tree One Two Tree, eco christmas tree, green christmas tree, green xmas tree, sustainable xmas tree, sustainable holiday decor, green holidays, green christmas, sustainably sourced wood, managed forests, sustainable design, green design The Cardboard Tree, Cardboard Tree, christmas trees, cardboard christmas tree, eco friendly christmas tree, xmas tree, eco xmas tree, green xmas tree, recyclable christmas tree ikea, julmys, christmas tree and ornaments, ikea julmys christmas tree and ornaments, norfolk island pine, eco christmas tree, green christmas tree, green xmas tree, sustainable xmas tree, sustainable holiday decor, green holidays, green christmas, sustainably sourced wood, managed forests, green design, eco design, sustainable design, Superstar Tree, Cardboard Christmas Tree, LED Christmas Tree, Zedomax, Modernica Studio, Love Birch Wood Tree, Shop Horne, Dowel Rod Tree, Possibilitree, Muji, Massimo Tree, Living Tree, FTD Flowers, Cascades, GigglingGnome, Recycled Christmas Tree, sustainable Christmas, Green Christmas, recycled materials Tannenboing, eco christmas tree, green christmas tree, green xmas tree, sustainable xmas tree, sustainable holiday decor, green holidays, green christmas, aluminum tree, aluminum christmas tree Laser Cut Christmas Tree, The Cardboard Tree, Cardboard Tree, christmas trees, cardboard christmas tree, eco friendly christmas tree, xmas tree, eco xmas tree, green xmas tree, recyclable christmas tree green design, eco design, sustainable design, Superstar Tree, Cardboard Christmas Tree, LED Christmas Tree, Zedomax, Modernica Studio, Love Birch Wood Tree, Shop Horne, Dowel Rod Tree, Possibilitree, Muji, Massimo Tree, Living Tree, FTD Flowers, Cascades, GigglingGnome, Recycled Christmas Tree, sustainable Christmas, Green Christmas, recycled materials LED tree, gold tree, golden tree, backlit tree, modern tree

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/6-eco-friendly-alternatives-to-the-traditional-christmas-tree/feed/ 1 Learn How To Maximize Your South-Facing Windows to Grow Food All Winter http://inhabitat.com/maximize-your-south-facing-windows-to-grow-food-all-winter/ http://inhabitat.com/maximize-your-south-facing-windows-to-grow-food-all-winter/#comments Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:00:57 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=464555
As I write this, I'm chewing on a spicy little arugula seedling that I grew from within the last couple of weeks. Considering that it’s -15C outside right now where I am, and there’s a good 3” of snow coating everything, I hadn't expected to be chowing]]> indoor winter gardening, growing peas, peas indoors, windowsill farming, growing food indoors

As I write this, I’m chewing on a spicy little arugula seedling that I grew from within the last couple of weeks. Considering that it’s -15C outside right now where I am, and there’s a good 3” of snow coating everything, I hadn’t expected to be chowing down on fresh greens unless I’d bought them from the grocery store, where they’ve been marked up exponentially as out-of-season luxuries. How did I manage to coax these sweethearts into growing, then? The answer is actually quite simple, and surprised me as well: south-facing windows.

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/maximize-your-south-facing-windows-to-grow-food-all-winter/feed/ 0 DIY GIFT IDEA: Flavored Cooking Oils In Beautiful Bottles http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-flavored-cooking-oils-in-beautiful-bottles/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-flavored-cooking-oils-in-beautiful-bottles/#comments Sat, 01 Dec 2012 14:25:10 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=459205
Powder spices on spoons image via Shutterstock What you’ll need: A big bottle/vat of extra virgin olive oil A large measuring cup with a spout Pretty bottles Dried herbs and spices as desired A funnel Measuring spoons How do I do this? First]]> DIY gift, DIY flavored oil, olive oil, herbed oil, oil with herbs, oils with spices, flavored cooking oil, flavored oil, DIY flavored oil gift Herbs for flavored oil, herbs, spices, collection of spices Herbs for flavored oil, garlic and rosemary herbs, DIY flavored oil gift DIY flavored olive oil, olive oil in a saucepan, DIY olive oil gift herb infused olive oil, DIY olive oil gift, flavored oil garlic and rosemary in a bottle, herbed olive oil, flavored oil, DIY flavored oil Herb olive oil, olive oil gift, DIY flavored oil, flavoured oil gift

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What you’ll need: Clean, lidded jars in assorted sizes The dry ingredients as per your recipe A list of the wet ingredients needed for each recipe (to send along with the jar) Ribbons, bows, and other decorative accoutrements as desired If you]]> Food gifts in jars, cookie mix in a jar, food jar gift, dry cookie mix, chocolate chip cookie mix Food gifts in jars, cookie mix in a jar, food jar gift, dry cookie mix, chocolate chip cookie mix dried granola in a jar, homemade granola, food gifts in jars, homemade granola in a jar homemade bread mix in a jar, food gifts in a jar, food gifts, jar of bread mix Dry cocoa mix in a jar, cocoa in a jar, hot chocolate mix in a jar, hot chocolate drink mix jar gift, food gifts in jars, hot cocoa mix, hot chocolate mix food gifts in jars, dry soup in a jar, dry bean and pea soup, pea soup in a jar Cowgirl cookie mix, cowboy cookie mix, cowgirl cookie mix in a jar, food gifts in jars Candy pancake mix in a jar, food gifts in jars, pancake mix in a jar, candy pancakes

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-10-recipes-you-can-gift-in-jars/feed/ 1 DIY Gift Idea: How to Make Vintage Teacup Candles http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-how-to-make-vintage-teacup-candles/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-how-to-make-vintage-teacup-candles/#comments Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:05:50 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=459267
Image © Marcie What you’ll need: A selection of porcelain teacups Wax (we recommend soy wax because it burns without smoke, but you can also use paraffin or beeswax). This is also a great opportunity to use up old candle stubs. Wax wicks Wooden]]> DIY teacup candle, tea cup candle, Pink teacup candle, DIY, DIY gift, DIY teacup candles, DIY tea cup candles, teacup candles, tea cup candle, DIY holiday present, homemade teacup candles soy wax, candle wax, make soy candles, soy candle wax DIY teacup candle, teacup candle how-to, tea cup candles Handmade teacup candle, teacup candles, tea cup candle DIY teacup candle, teacup candle gift, tea cup candle DIY teacup candle, teacup candle gift, tea cup candle DIY teacup candle, tea cup candle, Pink teacup candle

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-gift-idea-how-to-make-vintage-teacup-candles/feed/ 0 DIY Holiday Gift: The Urban Gardener Kit http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-the-urban-gardener-kit/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-the-urban-gardener-kit/#comments Sun, 18 Nov 2012 16:46:04 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=457426
Image © Mike Glass What you’ll need: Bucket or planter Trowel and garden fork Assorted seeds Small watering can Optional: cute trimming shears and coir starter pots As this is a kit for an urban garden space, you’ll want to choose plants]]> Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift Urban Gardener Kit, Urban Gardening, urban food garden, gardening kit gift, garden gift, gardening Christmas gift

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-the-urban-gardener-kit/feed/ 0 DIY: How To Make Your Own Lip Balms http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-how-to-make-handmade-lip-balms/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-how-to-make-handmade-lip-balms/#comments Sat, 17 Nov 2012 19:55:57 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=457628
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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-holiday-gift-how-to-make-handmade-lip-balms/feed/ 2 HOW TO: Extend Your Garden’s Growing Season With Cloches and Cold Frames http://inhabitat.com/how-to-extend-your-gardens-growing-season-with-cloches-and-cold-frames/ http://inhabitat.com/how-to-extend-your-gardens-growing-season-with-cloches-and-cold-frames/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2012 18:00:59 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=441936
Hardy vegetables like kale, cabbage, chard, lettuce, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, turnips, parsnips, and beets will over-winter well,  and you'd likely also have a fair bit of luck with herbs such as rosemary, parsley, and members of the mint family. They'll]]> Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden Extension gardening, cloches, hoophouse, greenhouse, winter garden

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What you’ll need: Rendered suet, tallow, or lard, at room temperature (most supermarkets carry it, or you can ask a local butcher to reserve some for you) A bag of mixed wild bird seed (make sure it's a safe brand!) A bag of raw sunflower seeds (also]]> Downy woodpecker, DIY suet feeder, bird feeder, suet bird feeder, suet and seeds winter bird, bird in winter, bird eating nut, bird in snow winter bird food, winter bird seed, bird seed, bird food, suet bird food, suet bird feeder, DIY bird feeder Melting beef tallow, melting suet, suet in a pan, suet for bird feeders, suet bird feeder Melted suet with seeds, suet bird feeder, suet and nuts, DIY suet feeder Melted suet with nuts, nut and fruit suet, suet bird food, suet feeder, bird feeder, DIY suet feeder DIY suet feeder, suet with nuts and seeds, tallow with seeds, tallow feeder, suet feeder, suet bird feeder DIY bird feeder, suet bird feeder, suet and seed feeder, suet and seeds, suet in coconut shell White breasted nuthatch, nuthatch with suet, DIY suet feeder, suet birdfeeder, suet and seeds, tallow bird feeder, tallow and seeds chickadee, chickadee on suet feeder, chickadee eating suet, chickadee feeder, suet feeder with bird, bird on feeder

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-suet-winter-birdfeeders/feed/ 0 DIY: Learn How To Build a Root Cellar From Recycled Materials http://inhabitat.com/diy-building-a-root-cellar-from-recycled-materials/ http://inhabitat.com/diy-building-a-root-cellar-from-recycled-materials/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2012 16:09:51 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=446103
Creating a cellar for food storage is an ideal method for many reasons: an underground chamber doesn't see much temperature fluctuation, and during the colder months the conditions within will be nice and cool. In the days before every home had a fridge (and]]> DIY root cellar, root cellar, fridge root cellar, refrigerator root cellar, winter vegetable storage, homesteading DIY root cellar, root cellar, garbage can root cellar, winter vegetable storage, homesteading DIY root cellar, root cellar, trashcan root cellar, winter vegetable storage, homesteading DIY root cellar, root cellar, plastic pail root cellar, winter vegetable storage, homesteading Root Cellar Garbage Can DIY root cellar, root cellar, freezer cellar, winter vegetable storage, homesteading Chest Freezer Root Cellar

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]]> http://inhabitat.com/diy-building-a-root-cellar-from-recycled-materials/feed/ 0 Seed-Saving 101: Storing Beans, Squash, and Other Large Seeds http://inhabitat.com/seed-saving-101-storing-beans-squash-and-other-large-seeds/ http://inhabitat.com/seed-saving-101-storing-beans-squash-and-other-large-seeds/#comments Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:20:48 +0000 Lana Winter-Hébert http://inhabitat.com/?p=440991
With all of the carved pumpkins, pies, muffins, and roasted squash dishes that will be created over the next few months, there will be an extraordinary windfall of seeds to be scooped out of these majestic vegetables. Most people just toss the gooey innards]]> Pumpkin Seeds, Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Organic Gardening, Squash Seeds, Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Organic Gardening Canteloupe, Canteloupe seeds, Seed-Saving, seed saving, preserving seeds, organic gardening Melon Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Organic Gardening, Heirloom Seeds Watermelon Seeds, Saving Watermelon Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Heirloom Gardening Dragon Tongue Beans, Beans, Bean-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Organic Gardening Dry Beans, Dry Bean Seeds, Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Gardening Heirloom Beans, Seeds, Seed-Saving, Seed Saving, Preserving Seeds, Organic Gardening,

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