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a simple tractor, photo courtesy of The City Chicken94

Chicken Tractors; Free Range Chickens Safely!

by Marye Audet

When we moved to our dream farmhouse I had no idea what a chicken tractor was. I just knew I looked forward to getting heritage breed chickens so that I could gather the organic eggs every day. I dreamed... published 7 months ago

8 comments    home how to chicken

An interesting straw bale home93

Straw Bale Construction , A Sustainable Alternative

by Marye Audet

Straw bale building construction is a very sustainable, earth friendly type of building that is affordable, provides insulation, and is very soundproof. Beautiful designs have been created with straw bale construction. published 9 months ago

7 comments    home environment house

Before. All I did to prime the wall was to cover it with 1 coat of primer tinted to a slightly lighter color than the venetian plaster.91

How to Venetian Plaster

by Marye Audet

Venetian Plaster is a faux finish technique that gives walls a vintage plaster appearance that really shimmers with light. Learn how to do this simple technique. published 6 months ago

1 comment    home building paint

Almost anyone can build an outdoor fireplace. Image:morguefile.com91

How to Build an Outdoor Fireplace - A Step-by-Step Guide

by Marye Audet

Building an outdoor fireplace is something that most anyone can do with the right tools, some instructions, and the help of some friends. Whether you use a kit or make it from the ground up, ultimately it will add value to your home. published 4 weeks ago

9 comments    family advice home

Baking soda is an eco-friendly cleaner, that is effective and inexpensive91

How To Clean It Green

by Marye Audet

Chemical allergies and sensitivities are on the rise. The more chemicals that we expose ourselves to on a daily basis the more likely we are to become sensitive to them. Production of chemical cleaning... published 8 months ago

15 comments    home recipe environment

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Heritage Breed Chickens, How To Choose the Best For You

by Marye Audet

There are numerous breeds of chickens available to the modern day homestead. Of course what you ultimately choose will depend on many different factors! It seems a simple thing, to choose a chicken breed to... published 8 months ago

6 comments    home how to poultry

Garden cloches protect young seedling from harsh weather and pests. Image:(c)2008 Marye Audet90

Portable Garden Cloche

by Marye Audet

While glass cloches are a charming addition to any garden there are other, less expensive ways to accomplish the same thing. Empty gallon milk cartons, two liter soda bottles, and even chipped Mason jars can find a second life as a garden cloche. published 2 weeks ago

1 comment    home how to nature

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How to Install Landscaping Pavers

by Marye Audet

Putting in a brick, or paver walkway is something almost anyone can do with a little time and effort. For best results keep your plan simple. published 2 weeks ago

6 comments    advice home how to

what we think of when we hear the words 'farm'89

How to Farm in the City; Urban Homesteading

by Marye Audet

Sustainable living is big news these days as we see more and more items that have been recalled. The safety of our food is questionable and many people are opting for growing their own. It is easy enough if you live in the country on acreage but can you do it in the city? The answer may surprise you. published 8 months ago

5 comments    home vegetables city

Hardiboard comes in many styles88

James Hardie Company, An Eco -Friendly Siding Choice

by Marye Audet

Whether you are building a new house or refurbishing a vintage one sooner or later you are going to have to make a decision about siding materials. There are many choices today and it can be difficult to sift... published 8 months ago

3 comments    home eco friendly hardy

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