Some weeks ago, I shared my notes on a building project I’ve undertaken — a sauna. At that point my team and I had leveled the building area, poured the footer and erected the frame. Since then we’ve finished the roof and started erecting the walls. The roof is a typical metal deal. ...
Make a customized gift or a bold fashion statement By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com A chunky necklace can make a statement — and it can make a great gift. A chunky necklace made out of fabric can also be a great way to practice sewing skills and to customize your ...
Some years ago I bought a bottle of activated charcoal to use in a DIY face mask recipe. I used a spoonful or two, enjoyed the face mask and forgot about the remainder of the bottle. My next activated charcoal purchase was in a toothpaste from Mountain People’s Co-op — I ...
Recently I went to a few stops on the annual Mo’Town Studio Tour, where I saw beautiful art and chatted with its creators. At tour’s end, I followed up with Potter Jennifer Allen, founder of the tour, for a longer conversation. “I think that this year was the best year that we’ve ...
By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com With nights getting longer it is the perfect time to light candles. Making your own lantern can be a great way to make the flickering glow of a burning wick even more mesmerizing. This easy DIY lantern project requires only a few tools, materials ...
Don’t eat little, red berries was an oft repeated warning in my childhood. Some wild berries that look so scrumptious are poisonous, so it is good advice. Over the last few years I’ve been learning exceptions to the rule. There are some real red gems out there, and with careful ...