I'm preparing a class for the Master Gardener chapter that I'm a member of on making bird-feeders utilizing natural sources, recycled materials and re-purposed items. Of course the best bird-feeder is what nature provides: nuts, seeds and fruit from native trees, shrubs and wildflowers (and native insects)... Here's my hand-out for my "bird" talk I give: Creating a Bird Garden But - this class is all about creating bird-feeders and I've been trying a few DIY feeders I've found on the…

"Owl will always love you" painted wine glass. **This is a large red wine goblet that stands 8" tall and 3"wide. **The paint is non-toxic, thermo-hardening and specifically designed for use on glass. **The heat process sets the paint to the glass, making it top-rack dishwasher safe. Though, to prolong the beauty of the design, I recommend hand washing the glass.

Treat yourself to a glass of homemade wine using our easy to follow guide and wine recipe. This recipe uses the basics so no fancy equipment is needed.

Treat yourself to a glass of homemade wine using our easy to follow guide and wine recipe. This recipe uses the basics so no fancy equipment is needed.

I was at the local hardware store and noticed the shelf full of hummingbird feeders. It got me thinking of how to make my own. I mean, it’s basically a glass or plastic vessel with a stopper in the bottom for one or more little winged pals can feast on the nectar inside. So, I found a simple tutorial to share with you.You can use a wine, spirits or beer bottle for this. Allie of What Allie’s Making Now chose a wine bottle.

Use fresh rhubarb to make a clear golden dessert wine. Great for early spring rhubarb harvests.

Here are some great Pottery Barn Inspired Wine Bags that are super easy to make and make great gifts for your friends and family. Wine is always a great gift from a simple hostess gift for any dinner party you attend to a birthday or holiday dinner party. You can spend a little or a lot on it. To take it one step further a pretty Wine bag can make you’re wine seem even more special and your gift look a little more thoughtful and more expensive too. They retail for $12 and I made mine f…

Here are some great Pottery Barn Inspired Wine Bags that are super easy to make and make great gifts for your friends and family. Wine is always a great gift from a simple hostess gift for any dinner party you attend to a birthday or holiday dinner party. You can spend a little or a lot on it. To take it one step further a pretty Wine bag can make you’re wine seem even more special and your gift look a little more thoughtful and more expensive too. They retail for $12 and I made mine f…

Two recipes which take maximum advantage of one of Britain's most abundantly foraged fruits

I have a friend named Nate. The first time I heard about him, I was told he was brewing beer in his bathtub. I was intrigued. Nate also makes wine. Nate is also a scientist. This lead me to believe that wine making is over my head. But it turns out it’s not really. I spent some time with him this Fall while he made a batch of wine for …

A party drink that is begging -- nay, requiring -- to be made ahead of time. Which means less work for you, and more sangria for everyone.

Self Watering Bottle Planter

Making wine bottle lamps is a pretty easy process is you have the right tools. Here's what you'll need: 1-empty wine or liquor bottle 1-35 or 50 strand of white christmas tree lights some modeling clay 1-1/2" diamond tip drill bit 1-drill press or hand drill sandpaper An unfolded coat hanger with the end folded to have a hook Here's what you'll need to do: 1. Drink the wine/liquor ;) or find empty bottles like I do 2. Take your modeling clay and form a ring near the bottom of the bottle…

Who doesn't Love the sound of a Wind Chimes Wine Bottle Wine Chimes are easy to make and make Great Gifts Lets get started so you can make a beautiful piece of Art you can enjoy for years to come oh and a Tip from Daw you know those blue recycle bins on trash day Raid them get free empty wine bottles from your neighbors or contact local restaurants and ask them if they have any Wine bottles they are getting rid of most of them will be happy to give them to you, You Need Glass Wine bottles…