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Susan Vinskofski, from PA, is an avid gardener. Susan is passionate about building soil because she believes that nutrient dense food begins in the soil. Susan blogs about gardening, foraging, real food and natural living.
Tag Archives: Christmas
Ornaments from Nature – Pinecone Elf
TweetFor 36 years now, every year that I’ve been married, I’ve made an ornament to give to friends and family. I’m generally not creative enough to come up with one completely on my own, but am inspired by those I … Continue reading
Kruschiki: the Ultimate Christmas Cookie
TweetCrisp. Rich. Not too sweet. They have more than a taste. They have a feel that I couldn’t begin to describe. And they are beautiful. THIS is the cookie of my childhood. A special part of my Polish heritage. We … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Food, Photography, Recipes
Tagged Christmas, cookies, friendship, kruschiki, nostalgia
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Ornaments From the Garden – Santa Okra
Tweet A number of years ago, I had purchased some okra, dried it, and painted santa faces on it. But, it was a bit of a disappointment. I purchased the largest fresh okra I could find, but after drying it, … Continue reading
Christmas Ornaments From Aluminum Cans
Tweet One of my favorite Christmas traditions is making ornaments for friends and family. This year, I wanted to make the ornaments from something I had recycled. I thought that aluminum cans would be fun to use, but we do not … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Don't Throw it Away, Upcycle
Tagged aluminum cans, angel, Christmas, crafts, ornaments, recycle, snowflake, upcycle
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Christmas Cookie Exchange
TweetThis year, my friend Deb hosted a Christmas Cookie Exchange with a twist. The participants were asked to bring cookies made with wholesome ingredients. Here were her guidelines: “Please refrain from using refined white sugar or white flour, pre-packaged mixes, … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Food, Recipes
Tagged Christmas, cookie exchange, cookies, healthy, sprouted flour
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Ornaments From the Garden – Mini Gourds
TweetI began making ornaments for family and friends the first year I was married. That is a tradition I love and have continued for over 30 years. There has been a lot of variety and it is fun to see … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas
Tagged Christmas, Christmas ornaments, garden, gourds, nature, ornaments
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