Monthly Archives: February 2012

Kneadlessly Simple French Walnut Bread

Posted on February 27, 2012 by stacy

A few weeks ago, I wrote an email to one of my favorite cookbook authors, Nancy Baggett. It went something like this: Dear Nancy, My name is Stacy and I write a blog about my homesteading adventures, particularly my efforts … Continue reading →

Posted in From Scratch | 4 Comments

Video: How to Plant Bare Root, Espaliered Fruit Trees

Posted on February 23, 2012 by stacy

es•pal•ier |iˈspalyər; -yā| noun a fruit tree or ornamental shrub whose branches are trained to grow flat against a wall, supported on a lattice or a framework of stakes. When the local nursery you love has a 40% off Bare Root Sale, you take … Continue reading →

Posted in Fruit, Garden Coach TV, Urban Farming | 2 Comments

Sustainability on a Budget: Week Two

Posted on February 22, 2012 by stacy

(Note: Check out this post and this one to get the low down on this project.) I’m still working on my budget challenge and things are feeling much better since I got “paid” again. I have to admit that week … Continue reading →

Posted in From Scratch, Miscellaneous Musings | 9 Comments

Welcome!

Posted on February 21, 2012 by stacy

I know I said I wasn’t going to get chicks again this season, but with Louise gone, we’ve got room for two more. So, welcome to the farm, Dixie (chick) and Fern! You can expect more photos and video of … Continue reading →