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Smartphone Apps for Gardeners (0)

February 21, 2012 • Category: Reviews & Giveaways

It might be cold and lifeless outside, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit twiddling your fingers until winter finally dissipates. Start planning for the spring with my recommended top ten gardening apps, and make your front lawn the envy of the neighbourhood.

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White kitchen: To turn your cooking corner in dreamy place
Posted by bethany on January 5, 2012 • Category: DIY3 Comments

Color fads in interior decorating come and go, but one hue that has withstood the test of time and remained a favorite all along the years is white. White kitchens look exquisite and neat, they make the kitchen area look well-lit and airy. Another huge plus of using white is that is makes the interiors [...]

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Protecting Your Urban Garden From Pollution
Posted by Urban Homesteader on December 15, 2011 • Category: Food1 Comment

While having your own garden in the city is a great way to give yourself and your family access to fresh produce, it can also be a bit of a hazard if you are not careful about where you are planting your garden. Unfortunately, pollution is a concern in many urban areas. The constant exhaust [...]

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Activated Charcoal for Health and Wellness
Posted by Urban Homesteader on December 6, 2011 • Category: HealthComment

Activated charcoal is an absolute must on any farm — whether rural or urban — and in any natural-living home.   On the Urban Homestead project, we keep it on hand for many things as it has so many uses.  It is the best antidote for poisoning and can actually save one’s  life! However, call [...]

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