Fox 13 The Place; Birdseed Wreaths and Discount Code

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Yesterday I was asked to do a gardening segment on Fox13 The Place. I had such a great time showing the Host, Brooke, how to make Mini Birdseed Wreaths.

Click through for recipe, instructions, video tutorial and a discount code on bird related items.

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Ultimate Garden Gift Guide

Ultimate Garden Gift GuideIt’s that time of year!

Sometimes shopping for Christmas gifts can be overwhelming. If you are shopping for a loved one who enjoys spending time outdoors in the yard/garden, but are not sure which are the best, tried-and-true tools to gift, I’ve got you covered!  I’ve teamed up with Homegrown Traditions to bring you this gardening gift guide!

We’ve taken all the guess work out of what to get the gardener in your life. I’ve done all the shopping and product testing for you. You can purchase all these items online and then stick them in this darling Gardening Canvas Tote from Homegrown Traditions.

This Gardening Canvas Tote gift bag will be sure to please any outdoor enthusiast.

Continue for Gift Guide and links.

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Pretzel Turkeys {Gluten Free}

Pretzel Turkeys {Gluten Free}

I love the Holidays! Something about having little ones in our home just makes them that much more enjoyable!

My daughter and I had fun creating these darling Pretzel Turkeys together after seeing them on my friend Kim’s instagram, for a fun holiday treat. How cute would these be as part of your place setting on Thanksgiving, or a fun craft to entertain the kids whilst dinner is cooking!?

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Chunk Style Applesauce {Pressure Cooker}

When I was in high school I loved going through the Sunday papers recipe section. I’d clip and try any recipe that sounded tasty to me. This Chunk Style Applesauce came from the Sunday paper all those years ago. This recipe followed me into adulthood, through my college days, and is still a family favorite in my kitchen.

Chunk Style Applesauce {Pressure Cooker}

The original recipe is a crock-pot version. My sister tried this in her pressure cooker and sure enough it worked and cut the cooking time down dramatically!

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Planting Bulbs 101

Planting Bulbs 101

October and November is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs here in Northern Utah.  Planting now will ensure gorgeous blooms and beautiful spring color. If you are anything like me, color in the yard after a long bleak winter, is just what I need.

Planting bulbs is super easy and only requires and few steps.

You’ll need: Bulbs of choice, bone meal {As a slow-release fertilizer, bone meal is primarily used as a source of phosphorus and protein that helps bulbs build good strong roots all winter}, bulb auger, gloves.

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