tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-134662091034387452024-03-18T15:24:45.901-05:00Hey WandererWelcome to Hey Wanderer! We are two best friends living in Nashville blogging about stylish spaces, beautiful places, and adventurous travels.trista mediavinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06433345240118333924noreply@blogger.comBlogger253125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-91928762768927260432023-05-16T17:22:00.000-05:002023-05-16T17:22:30.819-05:00DIY Copper Hanging Rack for LESS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI42MsXC3yHYldlUBTetEhHnxgqL5tTV_JTfO8i8NxSzV3lEhgP8F8VQqG_9GS_Ft8PG_qRIX_xSzoHraHnUOkWeUZbjMxQqRIzJ8o1cKGWlONJ71J5DEPH0-XBxnMzwiHHBJ2tZZlBubrisxqAg3HIBW_Mzme36o0DC2g5Xldc5t96oYtidPjNmY/s3771/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20Kitchen.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3771" data-original-width="3018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI42MsXC3yHYldlUBTetEhHnxgqL5tTV_JTfO8i8NxSzV3lEhgP8F8VQqG_9GS_Ft8PG_qRIX_xSzoHraHnUOkWeUZbjMxQqRIzJ8o1cKGWlONJ71J5DEPH0-XBxnMzwiHHBJ2tZZlBubrisxqAg3HIBW_Mzme36o0DC2g5Xldc5t96oYtidPjNmY/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20Kitchen.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>We are getting back to our roots and are going to start updating this blog which has been the core of our online success. Since our last post, a lot has changed in our lives. </p><p>Today we are bringing you such an easy and inexpensive DIY and I'm honestly not sure why this isn't more common. We have been finishing our tiny home and we have been working with a limited budget. However we haven't wanted to sacrifice a beautiful aesthetic, which has lead us to DIYing just about everything.</p><p>This blog has documented several of DIYs and it's funny to see how much our styles have changed over the years. I remember a time when neon decor was cool and we painted a coffee table in many shades of neon colors. When I see pictures of it now, I think it looks horrible but we loved it at the time. We have always loved color but we are using it more sparingly in our new home. Our previous home was <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2019/07/boho-modern-farmhouse-studio.html" target="_blank">boho</a>, eclectic, <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2015/10/mcgavock-manor-kitchen-remodel.html" target="_blank">colorful</a>, and had a lot of bold statements. All of that totally fit our style, location, and home at the time. But now we are in a tiny home in a very rural setting and <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2016/03/before-and-after-dining-room.html" target="_blank">having black and white geometric wallpaper with banana leaf covered dining chairs just doesn't seem to the right vibe.</a> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRjw5V_H_y4XuoPz7KA1vAK2hx2GbFqlxR3MrpAM0jhTTbeiDDVyXnGjiLHjt3drvyuTqRErecwM10JUX3R_PMG_dopErhO7yuGeaAkUIgt8M7jKEsgbtrOObfN-vjgZVftcUGctmC4bDyF7JVaDsMBNS6MMWcYd1tajyP2odUe4Xf3irs5KvrfkU/s4576/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5026.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4576" data-original-width="3377" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRjw5V_H_y4XuoPz7KA1vAK2hx2GbFqlxR3MrpAM0jhTTbeiDDVyXnGjiLHjt3drvyuTqRErecwM10JUX3R_PMG_dopErhO7yuGeaAkUIgt8M7jKEsgbtrOObfN-vjgZVftcUGctmC4bDyF7JVaDsMBNS6MMWcYd1tajyP2odUe4Xf3irs5KvrfkU/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5026.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Our new design vibe is French country, English cottage, cozy, and more neutral with a little color here and there. The house is not done yet and we only have bare drywall in our living room but our kitchen is turning out to be lovely if I do say so myself. When looking for inspiration for our kitchen, a lot of the kitchens I loved had a gold or copper hanging rack. The ones you can buy are outrageously expensive but luckily for you and me, we have an inexpensive and easy DIY to get the same look. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJoqtPg9TqiFp-mAPLFou8n1eb-tkG50bgT0gjmlUK8uq0SjZ1FTmnRobyxopG9xlpkCmyRpcaNFIcCr36TcTtQKm-UgBmehqmbUM_fHCVu2Wrx2UXo2OqcSnm_olflB_dxLUF5mJyYlIL0upE1Tp5aX3nbmbcIMxsENilkzgUh03Na-vEjw3D9iA/s1849/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%202.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="1849" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJoqtPg9TqiFp-mAPLFou8n1eb-tkG50bgT0gjmlUK8uq0SjZ1FTmnRobyxopG9xlpkCmyRpcaNFIcCr36TcTtQKm-UgBmehqmbUM_fHCVu2Wrx2UXo2OqcSnm_olflB_dxLUF5mJyYlIL0upE1Tp5aX3nbmbcIMxsENilkzgUh03Na-vEjw3D9iA/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%202.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Materials for this project:</p><p><br /></p><p>- <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/vn5qbj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1/2'' Copper pipe </a></p><p>- <a href="Elbow homedepot.sjv.io/15XQom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper elbows</a></p><p>- <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/qnQXkL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper bell hangers</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3RbzUJs">Copper S hooks Option 1</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3HeFMNN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper S hooks Option 2</a></p><p>- <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/zaA9X6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper End Cap</a></p><p>- <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/7mEkxQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper Pipe Cutter</a></p><p>- <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/kjyGbL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drill</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3nWoQWA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper Bonding "glue"</a> (optional)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamjRY1rvSscOhBkIok9hyXGSXZYOYUkAmFp5oS956CjlUHiVAZPDhk_svoqVX-VV7DUZvAxP_0xD0WzKTO_2HWusubN6vJ9S11bkZj67aJEhpkNGrxSPdQKSIKQRcfKYkqmI9fKEWuBRapgBHH6MMa9_cCa6dCa-KHeWppo4-7n95QI1z0Yu1jkw/s5174/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5028.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3376" data-original-width="5174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamjRY1rvSscOhBkIok9hyXGSXZYOYUkAmFp5oS956CjlUHiVAZPDhk_svoqVX-VV7DUZvAxP_0xD0WzKTO_2HWusubN6vJ9S11bkZj67aJEhpkNGrxSPdQKSIKQRcfKYkqmI9fKEWuBRapgBHH6MMa9_cCa6dCa-KHeWppo4-7n95QI1z0Yu1jkw/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5028.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><b><i>Step 1.</i></b> Figure out how long you want your copper rack and cut your copper pipe to that length. You can use this tool to cut the copper pipe. The reader's digest version of how to use it is to tighten the cutter around the pipe (with the pipe sitting perfectly in between the two rollers) and roll it around the pipe. You may have to tighten the cutter as you go and depending on what size cutter you purchased, it could take up to 20 turns.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><i>Step 2.</i></b> Find the studs in your wall. Make a note of where they are and then measure how high you want the bar to go. It's helpful to have an idea of what you want to hang on your rack so you know how high it needs to be. Mark this height on the studs. We did three bell hangers for a 6' span which adds up to about 32" between each bell hanger.</p><p><br /></p><p><i><b>Step 3.</b></i> Attach the bell hangers to the studs. We started out using the screws that came with the bell hangers but they would sometimes break. We ended up using some 2 1/2" wood screws we had laying around.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzy8J29jgNkst6FGf_Vq8jgbUId99058juE7Oiqkfv0WYdeURfYCwfyD6gLBUDfKJkkSiU8T5zBl5KdK14fuRYjQkqtycl0BrchMR-Fp3lFD6yJoXCDdjFKjKQRz_wFzh9O_3t7y-hdzva4r6RjUxQoTsAM7jxWMlZJlBATmrhtqJvZQCzxKDl1Uk/s2251/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%201.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2251" data-original-width="1517" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzy8J29jgNkst6FGf_Vq8jgbUId99058juE7Oiqkfv0WYdeURfYCwfyD6gLBUDfKJkkSiU8T5zBl5KdK14fuRYjQkqtycl0BrchMR-Fp3lFD6yJoXCDdjFKjKQRz_wFzh9O_3t7y-hdzva4r6RjUxQoTsAM7jxWMlZJlBATmrhtqJvZQCzxKDl1Uk/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%201.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><i>Step 4.</i></b> Put the copper pipe into the bell hanger and screw the bell hangers closed.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvyg2v4cMgzq6K_12hQQO2yrdNSr-jt4a310RoEn57f3eiSnjXWzxTXh9UmKO-TbyG07-We6vXjghBJVQpZm1qo-y9G1_0PnA_-uamfJiy-vFdNp24G6Y9queidflQ-4KB96Gr3XgBh7Qun6DKWEJl5v0p2CD0w3Gmoq6nsO7U0CgvoC0HYXsEBrQ/s2084/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%203.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1342" data-original-width="2084" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvyg2v4cMgzq6K_12hQQO2yrdNSr-jt4a310RoEn57f3eiSnjXWzxTXh9UmKO-TbyG07-We6vXjghBJVQpZm1qo-y9G1_0PnA_-uamfJiy-vFdNp24G6Y9queidflQ-4KB96Gr3XgBh7Qun6DKWEJl5v0p2CD0w3Gmoq6nsO7U0CgvoC0HYXsEBrQ/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%203.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><i>Step 5.</i></b> Add the caps to the end of the pipe so that you don't have sharp ends. We did not permanently attach the caps. If you want to do that, you can use a <a href="https://amzn.to/3nWoQWA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">special bonding product</a> to secure the caps to the pipe. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiga5__LgTlqRFKCw4U9ynwKmMgyj3axC92dNjhHmEM-WjXnymz47_BRcTcWItxDspiN2bfRxvMTuV-7taFjC-ruxrz599QvAQGd5yqUJ3dxTIdRxkwXbTL3K_cWNlQlYiNJ9hnneqhcDG9GWl846VZt6rr_w8tAjMGjXw_qxiwvswd-qY9pTVLs78/s4312/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5027.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4312" data-original-width="3411" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiga5__LgTlqRFKCw4U9ynwKmMgyj3axC92dNjhHmEM-WjXnymz47_BRcTcWItxDspiN2bfRxvMTuV-7taFjC-ruxrz599QvAQGd5yqUJ3dxTIdRxkwXbTL3K_cWNlQlYiNJ9hnneqhcDG9GWl846VZt6rr_w8tAjMGjXw_qxiwvswd-qY9pTVLs78/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer%20DIY%20Copper%20Hanging%20Rack%20IMG_5027.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b>Step 6.</b> Add your hooks and hang up all your kitchen wares you want to put on display. Here are some of the things that we have added to ours: </p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3JlKJH7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Copper colander</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3WL2jHN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hanging Baskets</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/40bgCrI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scissors Option 1</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3XHT8ZW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scissors Option 2</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/42vFefM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mini Oven Mitts</a></p><p>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3I1cUtx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Enamelware Ladle</a></p><p><br /></p><p>The addition of this rack makes our low budget kitchen look more expensive and elegant. We have enjoyed playing around with the things we hang on the rack. It's a great place to hang seasonal decor. It's really nice to have the things we use most often in such an easy to reach place. </p><p>So if you aren't an expert DIYer, you don't have a lot of storage space, and you want to add some pizzazz without breaking the bank, this is the project for you! </p>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-6074680055785946602022-04-06T08:00:00.068-05:002022-04-06T08:00:00.187-05:00DIY Seed Starting Shelf For Under $100<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI3bZXv5TTUHWUrOGRleVU8zup9RWMSnnRR-FC-GhZ4YIwvX1jrYbpD12SJlCZKCUmJOUtWIK0oosG6TntzSGvt8sNEPkvLnouoYJ2fvXMy_8GJ_2d7LpdDPjxHVlgOT_Sh1YK8NGw-Q/s16000/Gather+Homestead+DIY+Seedling+ShelfIMG_0824.jpg" /></div>We are hoping to be able to have a garden this year but with all of the other massive off-grid projects we have going on, we aren’t sure how big of a garden we will have. However, last year on our urban homestead we started a massive garden and we grew 90% of it from seed. We came up with an inexpensive seed starting shelf system that worked really well for us.<div><br /></div><div>I came up with something that you could order online and have delivered straight to your door, and it's only two products that add up to under $100.</div><div><br /></div><div>For this project you will need:</div><div>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3qdLrwg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shelf</a></div><div>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3qdLrwg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lights</a></div><div>- Scrap wood pieces</div><div>- Yarn or String </div><div>- <a href="https://amzn.to/3nadb2Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Timer</a> (not necessary, but convenient) </div><div><br /></div><div>If you want to get fancy and more hands off, you could purchase a timer like we did. I used scrap wood and yarn that I already had, so you can probably find something around the house to use instead of those things. Anything that is straight and rigid could be used. Think scrap metal, extra PVC pipe, wood, etc.</div><div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Ne-kedyVMXu3A2FFZKSPwcaO2zuat-amzbV97wHgBETIrgdtjjCBellC-qqqfmnnWBXudlQpgBawEBk75NKZCvDhj2hQBihOSfkgtJrrhZpIw2yXc4j457FO2w10fJrU6RotTh55qA/s16000/Gather+Homestead+DIY+Seedling+ShelfIMG_0188.jpg" /></div>I found this shelf on Amazon and it seemed perfect for what I needed. I wanted to be able to put trays on the shelves, I needed some holes in the shelves to be able to attach the lights to, and I didn't want to spend a lot of money.</div><div><br /></div><div><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1541" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNTnhAskLaoQKmII0iBKTp2_xd1D7ed8yRjQ3XJAS2OD_8Fl4UTLPfi7sc75ONbwLGN2rjD8KMmulhuySssxUiR9zaIA9P9Kl4k7uNcQJcj6PKSt1V1VmDYhMBPygpj0v8zR2D-GJC5Q/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growign+SetupIMG_0772.jpg" /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You also need to have a specific kind of light. I did a lot of research about what kind you need for your seedlings and found these lights that replicate the perfect amount of daylight.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGxFeAC3kjrbtJbQE5648k5ZfZ5T4_938Jp68a6zP2K8QEizG_sl05bHh0VEL8lVN19eRup_8lR4HQB_V0mCScz-HVnQQijsk-6_TCfcLzc_qgjUaPXcBw9YYQDXpsFsv-RbHu1ilrvg/s16000/Gather+Homestead+DIY+Seedling+ShelfIMG_0211.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you are in a place where you really have to consider your electricity use (like most of us off-griders) these lights use 20W per light. That isn’t too bad when you are talking about 1 light, but having more lights will start to add up. You could certainly nix the lights and put the shelf near a window and rely on daylight itself. But if you have the power, this setup will use about 160W per hour it’s on. A good solution might be to use the daylight in the daytime and then use the lights when the sun goes down. It’s important for your seedlings to get about 14-16 hours of daylight, so the supplemental light would be really helpful.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Once you have your shelf and lights, all that's left to do is assemble your setup. First start by assembling the shelf, which is very simple and self explanatory.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivIxZbRjk45gA_ZB8swTcW4-z-iKOm9u-u22PGtutrFQu0Ncf9v72pQhgfV50hPdxgZfaqjnzwBjy4S3tvbaOm6_fCoOZeSGK_5DZlVCZQyXQKi0KKZFQZNuHXK2_8wyyh86ZPCirmzg/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growign+SetupIMG_0769.jpg" /></div><div>Next, use the provided light clips and attach them to your materiel of choice. Because I used wood, I just screwed the clips onto the wood without pre-drilling. If you use another material you may have to pre-drill a hole.</div>
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I have 8 lights over 4 shelves, so I need 8 pieces of wood. Each wood gets 2 clips screwed on in the exact same place on each piece. This is so I can attach 2 lights.<br />
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Once the clips were attached, I clipped in the lights. Make sure the wood pieces are spaced out toward the edge rather than the middle. This part can be a little finicky as the clips can get stretched out when you screw them in. When this happened all i did was pinch the two side pieces together. Once you get started on this project, you will really understand what i mean.<br />
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The lights can all be connected together with the provided cords. There are instructions, but it’s pretty intuitive also. One light will have a cord with a plug on it and then the rest connect to each other with the interconnecting cords.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjij_59GEwA6rtlC_gdBRLV9QRdcmMut2UfHL1sbvLX74HOad3xvd9_dpFs_96gXuxck7l1Bt-zSXGHNJQTmRogtRJ_BUN7tLIN9eSw7XMCCgTxtYyutHSCekAUSCqfpFudDByAAPlJQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growign+SetupIMG_0770.jpg" /></div><div>I tied four pieces of yarn on each set of lights- two on each end. Then I took the yarn and looped it through the shelf above and tied them as evenly as possible. I also only tied them with a bow (not a knot) so that i could untie them and lower or raise the lights as needed. When you start your seeds the lights will need to be really close to the soil. As the seedlings grow you will need to raise the lights higher so they don’t burn the tender leaves.</div>
<br />And that’s about it! You could really do this with any shelf you already have and just buy the lights. I know when I did some research for something similar to this that you didn’t have to DIY, it was pretty expensive for some lights and a shelf. The key is getting the correct lights that mimic daylight. Warm lighting will not work here! </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3333" data-original-width="2500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPHCAbasVBLneWdZLnhM1-PE4skWlV8lsR1JA7nU4jXBLg3M-4vfxCjC5v1IgAl4bfUyoTl4GAq0GllkDCX9edEsbnkP-1CmUYF_4l5dYMiRZf_2NZAiTkgKK9Fbwa0H0d1quEouJS6e8at4XwuRDWPOzCxOb-km25yPX_eOHJg855TBdn0WDtJJU/s16000/Hey%20Wanderer+Homesteader+DIY+Seedling+ShelfIMG_0824.jpeg" />L<span style="text-align: left;">et us know if you try this DIY and how it works out for you! Leave us any questions in the comments below. Thanks for reading!</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br style="text-align: left;" /></div><br /></div><br />Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-38825292581958975652021-05-09T13:49:00.005-05:002022-04-05T19:46:08.977-05:00Instant Shed Build With Heartland Sheds<div class="separator"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsJ3xnIjFR1Mlq-CPMlH1DwM5Q4wzYaWqhM-NQBVUQjpPy65naCPwed0LNwFqAb691paKG6eO1ekNFRWToQ3OCWi0JBh3K0lHu3xK5X32wmkn4UIcNO5P-0Tummi5CMvejT3YCyG85mw/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1175.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i>Today we are sharing our experience with getting a shed installed with Heartland Sheds. Full disclosure this shed was provided at no cost to us in return for our documenting the process on our blog and social media channels. As always all thoughts and opinions are our own.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We have needed a shed for YEARS!!! A few years ago we had our old shed torn down with the intentions of having a new one built quickly afterwards. That clearly didn't happen but we finally got one and we are so excited!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL6Vb7p5Q9l9qruouMbuuIZ4XgRl7JmPTE35nkK_Zn94aPZ5Rsogj6EvkHiSRw2XtUOdHpieYr7ZtdTHVs9NiP5_VUKeZVgY-TYaxlubmD7EZphq21y9zxZ29B0X03MMNXfNizsDyBMQ/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_0895.jpg" /></div><div>Let's talk about the process of having <a href="https://heartlandsheds.com/sheds/" target="_blank">Heartland Sheds</a> coming and build a shed for us. So when you go onto Heartland's website you'll pick out the shed/building that you want. We got the <a href="https://heartlandsheds.com/shed/classic/?attribute_pa_sizes=12x16" target="_blank">Classic Shed</a> in the 12X16 size. Once you order it, someone from Heartland will contact within 3 business days to schedule your installation. Our installation date was 6 weeks from the time we ordered our shed. </div><div><br /></div><div>After that you need to check your backyard and have an area leveled that will fit the dimensions of the shed. You will need to make sure that the builders have 3 feet of space on all sides. So you don't want to level out a space right next to a fence or another building. The builders need to be able to move around when they are assembling your shed. </div><div><br /></div><div>The picture above here is the area we chose to have the shed built. What you can't really tell in this picture is how sloped our backyard is. The only other level area in our backyard was right next to the long white garden beds by our deck/patio area. Savannah did a mock up on Photoshop to show what the shed would look like in different places in our backyard. The space we chose is the only place where it didn't look weird.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgDdhDCRtQD_5CZ_c0w8oYhANgli_Nohg3ox0uz3KcooQFVY9Ji6RN9davkBOgFmlfq-gq-hNjTMKXvbyPqAXn9RRtlU5ULEMRzyCtY3rY8Q2aJuFLDETM4Ev9-5syx4L3tZP3iV6XEg/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_0904.jpg" /></div>We hired a company to come and create a level place to build the shed. It cost $600 to have someone level this massive area. I was honestly thinking it was going to cost more because of how much ground they had to dig. The downside is that it has left this part of our backyard a total mess. We still haven't gotten around to laying down grass seed. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfNAl7paER157-TAVYJhHnAArIcSL6CvAMtBMzX_89RRjPGvtZeS4pCZjhhun9Bk4bhv1tLlWJG05XspXRxL6vnEzqWM_Rh-HlZ9JaEiw6eNOxW8cqK6ygxfQqeVnx0LEmrA64mVkeVg/s2048/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_0906.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfNAl7paER157-TAVYJhHnAArIcSL6CvAMtBMzX_89RRjPGvtZeS4pCZjhhun9Bk4bhv1tLlWJG05XspXRxL6vnEzqWM_Rh-HlZ9JaEiw6eNOxW8cqK6ygxfQqeVnx0LEmrA64mVkeVg/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_0906.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The guys that came out to level the ground also marked out the area where the shed was going to be built so that was nice. Having that big area cleared out really changed the slope of our backyard. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF1aywHfw_3XGXzxSDK0HLa8aClrEwznTXItktXOpZjIE0TNpmYqyHcYdrmiiXrDp5dj9y-6kZGgQqIsfMNEtbPmz9cKF-txzM1z7QNUzUKp-LpuHv0Wd4ZdU9CysvLZPXCO2J1TifFg/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1207.jpg" /></div>Once installation day arrived the Heartland shed people got right to work. They had this platform built so quickly. It was pretty incredible watching them build the shed.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJeIjRN-aupimvHCac1ZS05_0AnE0MLVKOmh7bumozExFwAG9Y_3nc5dehBMTAMesQlqQhhuOHz4R0n6Ztbjlwn2CX0b-RDz0Jp6PbU6ph-oTttaJ1rDmxhng_4Z29tLjIcQjJ1cFEEg/s2048/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1214.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1675" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJeIjRN-aupimvHCac1ZS05_0AnE0MLVKOmh7bumozExFwAG9Y_3nc5dehBMTAMesQlqQhhuOHz4R0n6Ztbjlwn2CX0b-RDz0Jp6PbU6ph-oTttaJ1rDmxhng_4Z29tLjIcQjJ1cFEEg/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1214.jpg" /></a></div>All of the wood comes pre cut and ready to assemble so that makes things go a lot quicker. There were 4 people to get the shed built. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2N_qGbn2mcS6HvAsuzN_7pnGYa1CGcjNAG-7r9P2-mQmUVUI6w2QOGbb4LaOUpA99g6XyAYFHcvr-jOBBwr8lhWUjq3Va5-NY8a9eBS1DFwWIjly_9suvBd4Ul_O37ane31TDy8JvFQ/s2048/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1234.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2N_qGbn2mcS6HvAsuzN_7pnGYa1CGcjNAG-7r9P2-mQmUVUI6w2QOGbb4LaOUpA99g6XyAYFHcvr-jOBBwr8lhWUjq3Va5-NY8a9eBS1DFwWIjly_9suvBd4Ul_O37ane31TDy8JvFQ/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer+IMG_1234.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJd92drInDbX9hGA_MliGEzK5K7RLGvtIiAoSlG5m5NgYKvWdu_oq3xYKJeE0Uv9bWiIavZ9gkFluJeOcaRFFybtZ6sdKLt3eHUpziC18G4s4zSFBEinaKWGA45s1EPKqCTE-WizSgA/s16000/Heartland+Sheds+x+Hey+Wanderer.jpg" /><br /></div><div>The builders were here for about 8 hours. Overall we had a really positive experience with Heartland Sheds. The only thing I would do differently is to have them paint the shed. When we were negotiating the terms of our agreement that's not something we worked in and I wish we would have just paid them to do it. Painting the shed only took an afternoon so it wasn't the worst thing we've had to do. But it sat unfinished in our backyard for about a month. What is great about Heartland Sheds is that they are primed, so you don't have to worry about that step.</div><div><br /></div><div>Now we've got to finish moving all the things all over house that need to permanently live in the shed. Our studio in our house is full of items that have just been waiting to have a shed to be stored inside. It's a slow going process because this is the busiest time for us in the <a href="www.stocktankpoolauthority.com " target="_blank">Stock Tank Pool Authority</a> world and the gardening world. We cleaned up our deck though and it was amazing how much stuff we could put in the shed and not have sitting all over our deck. So grateful!</div><div>
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</div><div>If your wanting a shed, we recommend checking out<a href="https://heartlandsheds.com/" target="_blank"> Heartland Sheds.</a> Also check our You Tube video above where we talk about our experience with Heartland. Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to follow us on all our socials. We're most active on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heywanderer/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and we're on <a href="https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeVavrUA/" target="_blank">TikTok</a> now and we share a lot of gardening info there. </div>
</div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-39041428799805232462021-02-24T16:21:00.006-06:002022-04-05T20:11:38.172-05:005 Seed Starting Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQo9vrNdPOH3kCMyhPEgjBGbIqyA1cpGhsdeVWDRUfPC71lO-OZmNngTFqUeYsffxdG4E8cWvUoniNRG_Kg-H-tNKeK6RkBjZKxfJHo6Brr68htt1d6fk3KoRtPHIWb1nrqVFSF3kPhw/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growign+SetupIMG_0762.jpg" /></div>If you've gone to a garden center and spent $20 bazillion dollars on plant starts, you'll quickly understand the value of starting your own. If 2020 taught us anything, it's that nothing is certain anymore. I know that's a super depressing thought, but the reality is some of us couldn't even find toilet paper last year. Seed companies had their highest sales ever last year because all of these people became interested in growing their own food. You will save hundreds and maybe even thousands of dollars growing food from seed instead of buying plant starts. However, I know it can be overwhelming to get started. Below are 5 tips for starting your own seeds. It's not as scary as you think! <br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><i><b>Other topics you may be interested in:</b></i></div><div><a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2021/01/how-to-build-garden-beds-for-free.html" target="_blank"><i><b>How to build a garden bed for free</b></i></a></div><div><a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2021/02/how-to-fill-garden-bed-for-free.html" target="_blank"><i><b>How to fill a garden bed for free</b></i></a></div><div><i><b><a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/search?updated-max=2021-01-18T06:00:00-06:00&max-results=3&start=6&by-date=false" target="_blank">Where to buy seeds</a></b></i></div><div><i><br /></i></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAfL88Mq4mDMC2UEairIQNsAP-g26GdPX_GWhNSSlU1wwKsIS3P_iyrvvaCpVlvuthchtqzM6FgLObGaT1tx8ic8Y65IZx_QyUF3vKHQDuD1XdULXSDEj1e6bxPNFCBQR6z5gI2afd_w/s16000/Gather+Homestead+DIY+Magazine+Plant+Seedling+PotsIMG_1113.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">1. <b><i><u>Utilize whatever you have.</u></i></b> Obviously you aren't going to have everything you need to start seeds as you'll have to get a growing medium like sterile soil or coconut coir. But, seeds can be started in a lot of different containers. You can use old yogurt cups and poke holes in the bottom or solo cups with holes poked in them. Basically any container you'd like to reuse that can have holes poked or drilled into the bottom will work. You can even make your own newspaper pots like we did <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2021/02/diy-magazines-and-newspaper-seedling.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsjS9JmkhjNJslZmjndwmJrCx9rSJNeL62Naa3VQXvnwS0SbAuWJSUI0jLC0zYlwec4qlh-PI3FtyuWvbOnfR28hRqn03gSW8WEhAK2I3278IbR0Efmd8QGEY9jYfsot0b5sj1CX5TA/s16000/Gather+Homestead+Heirloom+Seed+PacketsIMG_0819.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">2. <b><i><u>Read the seed packet.</u></i></b> Most seed packets have tons of information on it specific to whatever seed you have. Every now and then I'll get a seed packet that I've ordered online that won't have any information on it, but that is pretty rare. You should be able to find things like how early you should start your seeds inside, or if you should really just plant them outside. If a seed needs light to germinate, it will say that. Same with darkness. If it doesn't specify, chances are the seed needs to be covered. Your seed packet will also tell you when to move seedlings outside, how far to space plants, and maybe even what the plant should look like. But if there is any crucial information about the specific plant you are growing, you will find it on the seed packet. If you have doubts about any of these things or your seed packets doesn't list something you have a question, head to the internet! First start out checking the seed company's website for your seed type, but if you can't find what you need there, take it to google.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnDDHDT0Lf6nnJqMrhQ_OnPy34OjYCXySCzwpiIinr1sc9QDfWLFItZMVN8WV30_B_a0WUc16cCnmx9-20FtnDck8NJGgacgxShLjSIbzcRE89z_yr2zOBT-1mw5tEzBa9BGcuqxhuQA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growing+SetupIMG_0780.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">3. <b><i><u>Dampen your soil before starting.</u></i></b> You always want to start with well hydrated soil. Once your seeds are planted, you aren't going to want to pour a bunch of water on top as the seeds can dislodge and float higher or sink deeper into the soil. If a seed is too far down, it will not be able to germinate properly. (Depending on what seed it is, of course.) You want your soil to hold together when you squeeze it in your hand, but at the same time not drip any water out when you squeeze it. My favorite method is putting my soil in a 5 gallon bucket and then spraying water on top and working it in with a trowel. You can also use your hands!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1541" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4sYUucmKBOxeIg-Lo3gFb23d68M8bVFCJEJfIQ-VOnC0JJ_9B-x9gVmdhA9ui7FH1KFTgMVG9CJKb75elXctjE0XXNChW6n2KJ8GRTZLDvZJeSOp2-kjsdLbUaNt4-wh1y00EI36w5g/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Seed+Growign+SetupIMG_0774.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: left;">4. <b><i><u>Lighting is key!</u></i></b> Once you've planted your seeds, you have to have a light source. <a href="https://amzn.to/37FC9zh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">We use these lights.</a> You don't need to buy lights that are specifically grow lights. They are much more expensive. We had great success with <a href="https://amzn.to/37FC9zh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our LED lights</a>. Lighting is so important for the success of your seedlings. If you have a room with a sky light, you could possibly put your seeds right under that window (I'm talking 2" away from), but for the most part, windows are not enough. This is because all seedlings will start growing toward the light and become really leggy. They just will not grow straight up. Leggy seedlings are no bueno!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">5. <b><i><u>Don't start them too early!</u></i></b> Oooh wee starting your seeds too early can really put you in a pickle! If you are in an area that has a long growing season like us (zone 7A) you have a little more freedom in when you start your seeds. People with shorter growing seasons have less leeway. On your seed packet it will say something like "start seeds 8-12 weeks before last frost." And last year we started all of our seeds in further away time. So if it said 8-12 weeks, we chose 12 weeks. I'm here to tell you to just choose 8 weeks. Your seedlings will grow surprisingly fast and 8 weeks is plenty of time to get the healthy and grown before transitioning outside. That extra 4 weeks is time you have to spend up-potting your seedlings because they've outgrown their pot. And if you have more than a couple seedlings, this takes a lot of work, time, and space to make happen. We spent the last 4-6 weeks before it finally stopped freezing (because bonus, our last frost date was not our last frost) trying to keep our seedlings alive and it was too much! So this year we are starting seeds way later and it's definitely something to consider yourself.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVX3OBVw65jlikdz_upqhEPTBByP1tx58C2uOVdEcH36_fNrL0hyphenhyphenpxOPxf-EEKoNEOQUfW_Yzk9S6XBsovZIq-Ywu2WrLjzdhr8D-1h05STSY2faGUOUAGcTUMMSVs-kgziP6p1Ta1yQ/s16000/Gather+Homestead+Heirloom+Seed+PacketsIMG_0821.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>BONUS TIP!</b> When you are brand new to growing your own food and/or flowers, getting all the seeds you want can be pretty expensive. This is when we suggest joining a seed swap! The best places I have found seed swaps is on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/heywanderer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">ANOTHER <b>BONUS TIP! </b>When you are admiring your beautiful garden this summer, make sure you save some seeds from the fruits of your labor. You can use those seeds next year. Saving seeds is free and produces WAY more than what comes in a seed packet!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Don't get overwhelmed when starting seeds. Make sure you read the packet and follow the instructions and you will see magic happen. Watching a plant grow from seed and then being able to feed your friends + family off what you grew, is truly rewarding and worth all the hard work.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">*** This blog post contains affiliate links. So if you buy an item using one of our links, we earn a teeny tiny portion of that sale. We appreciate all purchases you make through our links as it helps us provide you with this free content. </div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-79131581891713188472021-02-22T06:00:00.002-06:002021-02-22T06:00:03.632-06:00DIY Magazines and Newspaper Seedling Pots<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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All of our seedlings are ready to be put in the ground. The only problem is that it's going to get down to 35 degrees and 37 degrees a few days this next week. Many of the flowers that we are growing need warm soil and 35 degrees ain't gonna cut it. So we made the decision to re-pot almost 200 plants. The only problem? We don't have that many pots!<br />
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I've seen people make newspaper pots, and while that is interesting to me, we don't have any newspapers sitting around the house. We do have a stack of magazines and catalogs though. So I figured out how to make a BUNCH of pots out of our magazines, and I'm going to show you how to do it! All you need are your magazines. No tape, no scissors, just old magazines and/or catalogs, or any paper that you would like to use.<br />
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I would like to really quickly say that if you do use magazines, make sure you remove the plant from the pot when you go to plant it in your garden bed. Throw the used magazine pot in the trash. Do not plant it in your soil and leave to decompose.<br />
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First things first, pull out all the papers in your magazine. Separate each one. Stack two papers right on top of each other.<br />
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Fold the top to the side edge and fold into a triangle.<br />
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Fold the bottom edges up along the edge of the triangle.<br />
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Separate the papers.<br />
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Flip one of the papers upside down.<br />
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Overlap the papers and line them up along the folded line.<br />
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Fold the papers in half along the fold.<br />
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Fold the papers in half vertically and then open it up again. This line is just a guide.<br />
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Take the top right corner and fold it in toward the middle and line it up along the middle fold.<br />
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Fold the bottom top layer upward and line it up below the triangles.<br />
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Flip the paper over.<br />
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Fold the left side inward and line it up with the middle fold.<br />
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Fold the bottom upward and line up with the bottom of the squares.<br />
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Fold it upward one more time.<br />
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Take the end of what you just folded and tuck it in behind the other folds.<br />
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Fold the top point downward to meet the other folds.<br />
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Take the point and fold it over to the left top corner, but only press down half way.<br />
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And then open it back up.<br />
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Open up the bottom hole.<br />
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And prop it open into a square.<br />
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Push down the bottom where you made folds.<br />
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And press down the flap.<br />
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This flap will stick out, but it doesn't affect how the pot works.<br />
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And your pot is done!<br />
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I will be watering these pots from the top only. They are substantial enough to hold the plants, but we don't want to break them down super fast. I would like for them to last for a couple weeks! You could always plant seeds in these pots if you are just starting out. They are a great solution when you don't have a bunch of pots or can't get to the store to buy some, which is the exact situation we were in.
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<span style="text-align: left;">It's the middle of winter, and everything is dead. Well almost. If it's alive, the chickens have eaten it. We are still working on making the chicken coop and run the most entertaining place it can be for them, but we felt like they still need something more. Then we discovered fodder.</span>
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Fodder is something used on farms and homesteads all around to feed livestock. It can be made at home from many different things- wheat, peas, barley, oats, etc. It grows fast and provides a very cheap treat for your farm animals. I first searched high and low for a huge bag of barley, but in the end our supply store only had oats, so that became our choice of grain! The 50 lb. bag cost about $15.<br />
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Now fodder is not supposed to replace the entire diet of your chickens. We are growing it for more of a treat and to offset a little bit of the cost of food. Mostly it gives the chickens something to do and be excited about, especially in the colder months when everything is dead.<br />
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I've had some trial and error. When I read about the process of making fodder online, it seems like it's easy and fool-proof. No one really talks about the ways it can go wrong. But on my first try (while following someone's complete instructions) only about 1/4 of the grains sprouted and I ended up with a lot of wet grain and a little bit of sprouts. The chickens enjoyed it anyway, but it didn't provide as much food/treats as I would have liked. So after numerous YouTube videos watched and blog posts read, I believe I figured out the best way to grow fodder in your home, *without* an automatic watering system. Because that is also a thing....<br />
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You may read this post and think, this is more work than I want to put in. And although you do have to tend to the project every day, you only spend about 3 minutes per day doing anything. So let's talk about everything you need to do, and what supplies you need to do it.<br />
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- A large soaking jar<br />
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<b><i>Soak the grains.</i></b> For a long time! I read to soak the grains overnight. This is not long enough. Just go ahead and soak them for 24 hours. I put about 2 cups in a giant mason jar and filled it up with water. I did end up having to add a little more water as the seeds started absorbing it.<br />
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<b><i>Incubate the grains.</i></b> Once the seeds have been soaking for 24 hours, strain the water out and give the grains a good rinse. Place a clean kitchen towel in a bowl and pour the grains on top. Then wrap the towel over the seeds to completely cover them. Leave them for at least 24 hours. I found that 48 hours for the oats was best.<br />
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At this point, your grains should be sprouted very nicely. Place the grains in an even layer in your tray with holes. Rinse the grains with water. I do this in my sink. Just spray with water and let it drain out. Once the water has mostly drained out, place the grain tray on top of the tray without holes. Use the kitchen towel (or anything you'd like, really) to roll up and prop up one end of the grain tray. This will allow any residual water to leak out instead of sitting with the grains. We do not want any mold to grow!<br />
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I rinse my tray twice a day. Once in the morning, and once in the evening. Basically when I wake up and before I go to sleep. Some people rinse 3 or 4 times a day, and that is definitely an option if you have the time. But I have found that the sprouts still grow very quickly with a twice a day watering.<br />
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Once your sprouts reach about 4 inches, you can give the entire tray to your chickens! Ours will spend a few days eating the 9x12 tray. One day soon I hope to grow multiple trays at a time so they can have a little bit of sprouts every day, even through summer. Especially on the days when we can't let them free range.Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-85233650447452365242021-02-15T06:00:00.002-06:002021-02-15T06:00:04.285-06:00DIY Hinged Chicken Ladder Roost<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We recently had to add another feature to our chicken coop, as our chickens were not using both laying boxes. I've watched a couple chickens act like they can't get into one of the boxes, even though I have seen a few of the others jump up in there from the ground. Our other box has a roost near it for easy access. And that's the one where we kept finding all the eggs. So we decided to add a ladder that would provide not only easy access, but also a couple extra roosting spots. Have I ever seen a chicken on the ladder? No. Are they laying eggs in that box again? Yes. Slowly, but surely.<br />
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For this project you will need:<br />
- 1- 2"x4" wood<br />
- <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VB9EJQ/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=heywanderer-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B000VB9EJQ&linkId=b5c3d1c823252a4764817c00b491defe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2.5" wood screws</a><br />
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I used some scrap wood we had recently picked up, but you could do this project with just one 2"x4".<br />
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To start, you will need to cut the sides of the ladder. I didn't actually measure this piece, but it ended up being about 21" long. Cut the ends of this piece both at a 45 degree angle, but where the angles are turned into each other. If you want this measurement to be more precise, you can figure out how high you want the ladder to be on your wall and then measure at a 45 degree angle all the way down to the ground. Make sure you cut two of these pieces exactly the same.<br />
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Next, cut 3 pieces (or more if you need them) of wood to 14", or however wide you want the roosts to be.<br />
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To make sure you attach the roosts in a way where they are level with the ground, use a right angle next to the top edge of the side piece and draw a line. Then draw every other line indicating where the roost will go parallel to the first line you drew. If this is a little confusing, make sure to check out the video where it's easier to see what I did.<br />
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Attach the roosts by using screws from the outside of the side pieces. I used two screws at each end. Now you ladder is done! Now for how to attach it to the wall...<br />
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I attached hinges to the end of each of the top pieces.<br />
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Once you've attached them to the ladder, put it on the wall where you want it and attach it by the hinges.<br />
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We wanted our ladder to be able to be lifted up so we could clean the bottom of the coop really easily. I attached a hinge so it could stay put in the upright position.<br />
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And here is the chicken coop with all it's roosts!<br />
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We hope this is helpful for you and your coop! We have a really cool coop project to share really soon, so come back to see what else we are adding to make the coop even more efficient.<br />
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We live in Nashville and drove to Texas to deliver stock tanks (this is our other business. Check it out at <a href="http://www.stocktankpoolauthority.com">www.stocktankpoolauthority.com</a>). We left from Austin and drove down to Terlingua, TX in our 1996 GMC 3500 Vandura van, named Birdie. We literally finished converting this van after we arrived in Austin while we were staying with Savannah's grandparents. You can read more about our <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2021/02/everything-we-used-to-renovate-our.html" target="_blank">van conversion here</a>.<div><br /></div><div>The trip was epic and our itinerary changed many times. We had initially planned on driving up to the Pacific Northwest but pretty quickly realized we didn't want to drive that far with the amount of time we had. Then we planned on heading up to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons, but a few days in snowy Colorado turned us back around and headed back south. Another unplanned part of the trip was that we experienced some car trouble and had to get new brake pads. I also left my wallet at a laundromat right as it was closing for the weekend so we spent 2 days in Boulder, Co waiting for this laundromat to open and praying that my wallet was still there. Thankfully it was! No epic road trip is without its drama. </div><div><br /></div><div>Even with the setbacks, we laughed a lot and saw some incredibly beautiful landscapes. All in all it was such an awesome trip and a great way to celebrate my birthday. Keeping reading to see what we thought of each of the national parks we visited. They are listed in the order that we visited them.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLtbb_OLsdSijsA_Xwa_q7m1vn5v0AwxpkLEEnRQDD-qIBTdeB3oakoagKlFQjAGFJ3KY4EI8yKYR7-Nv8F59c00c_hpzD-zRSadVWM4PqN4Et2_4k_ShjDMwHpaJx3q1F8Ye7-1jZvw/s1800/Hey+Wanderer+Pinterest+National+Parks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLtbb_OLsdSijsA_Xwa_q7m1vn5v0AwxpkLEEnRQDD-qIBTdeB3oakoagKlFQjAGFJ3KY4EI8yKYR7-Nv8F59c00c_hpzD-zRSadVWM4PqN4Et2_4k_ShjDMwHpaJx3q1F8Ye7-1jZvw/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Pinterest+National+Parks.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXaGOCMbVUPWIsfUIUNF4TwybAqlvnM__27H_m7ZfGN-rrYZZhLyHgv1qVU0McuFSGG9O9vgTjQPmVCIlEEsycktNFLRv9HzaloWMfez7AY_YkRp8hUs6mQFWDhJWgp-U6PZFpBtaGJw/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_6731.jpg" /><b>1. Big Bend National Park</b><div><br /></div><div>This was the first national park we visited and we really enjoyed it. Going in November was great because the weather was nice and in the 70s. It is right on the border of Mexico so it can get super hot in the summer, so take that into consideration when you're planning a trip here. We loved the purple prickly pear cactuses everywhere. We actually saw a bear which was so exciting! I've been to the Great Smoky Mountains a zillion times since I grew up near there and I've never seen a bear even though it has one of the highest concentrations of bears of any national park.</div><div><br /></div><div>We took turns walking to the Santa Elena Canyon trailhead (pictured above), and I wish we could have done the whole thing. No dogs were allowed on the trail. Also, you have to walk through water to get to the canyon so keep that in mind. The water you see in the picture above, you have to walk through that. This is a national park that isn't really close to anything else and there's not much else to do in the area, but it's worth the drive! </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.hipcamp.com/texas/paisano-azul-ranch/the-oasis-at-paisano-azul-ranch" target="_blank">We stayed at this Hicamp</a> for 2 nights and really enjoyed our experience. The host was great and it was just minutes outside Big Bend. If you're using Hipcamp for the first time use our code: HEYWANDERER to get $10 off your first stay or <a href="http://hipcamp.com/i/heywanderer" target="_blank">click here</a>. This is not sponsored but we do enjoy Hipcamp and it's a great way to find unique camping sites. We highly recommend checking reviews of each place though. We have booked listings that were an instant books and showed up and the host wouldn't let us in. He said he wasn't doing Hipcamp anymore even though he still had a listing. Hipcamp was great though and provided us another place to stay. So I would make sure you have some contact with the host and you read the reviews. <br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgre0EaH3uT23Tehq_9uF-b87-GBl2PrEDXBEa_iQ1SIX8fVEj2iTSJpOeZJeA93zb9lOuApVoQq14aWhRqboUYgfj7pkGiJ1EqhbkFm4ALE0xWrJTk25W0Bei3_W7dIxTJp4_hxWIYmQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_6942.jpg" /> <br /><b>2. White Sands National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>I have to be honest this wasn't a national park that I was particularly interested in visiting. Savannah has always wanted to go and since it was on the way to our next destinations we decided to go. Ideally we'd love to visit all the national parks so we might as well go when we are near one. I'm really glad we did go! This is one of the few national parks on our trip that the dogs could walk around freely. Most national parks don't allow dogs on trails or really anywhere except parking lots and campgrounds. We got to the park right before sunset which was so great because White Sands is beautiful at sunset. You can bring sleds and sled down the sand. Also, be careful because you are literally surrounded by white sand. So it can be easy to get lost if you wander too far. We didn't spend a ton of time here but it's definitely worth the trip if you're in the area.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDfGs7MXT3Lvn80hrQcgoO13-3_al4P8vCn8QIfWXIrJ_cF5qwqg6jYMFkaEDNGM37ORoR-UUAtj4chOlKvj0l3QCx2ctupRI-JveVnlg3lfPLVT9MfSmI7B9NEjfY0GKUE0a6a_964A/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7147.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDfGs7MXT3Lvn80hrQcgoO13-3_al4P8vCn8QIfWXIrJ_cF5qwqg6jYMFkaEDNGM37ORoR-UUAtj4chOlKvj0l3QCx2ctupRI-JveVnlg3lfPLVT9MfSmI7B9NEjfY0GKUE0a6a_964A/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7147.jpg" /></a><div><b>
3. Great Sand Dunes National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>This was another park that was visited mostly because we were near by and wanted to get this park checked off our list. However, again we really enjoyed it. There weren't a lot of people so we let the dogs run around (leashes still attached to their collars but we weren't holding on to them) and they loved that. When you drive up to the park you are surrounded by mountains and you're like- um I can't imagine there being sand dunes anywhere. Alas, they are there and surrounded by mountains. So it's a totally different landscape than the White Sands National Park. </div><div><br /></div><div>Would I drive out of my way just to go to this park? Probably not unless you're like us and trying to visit all of the national parks. What I will say about all of the national parks, even the ones we weren't enamored with, we're never sorry we went. They all have something to offer! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwn1sWMVI3zF0hLnYNX4hVoNgi4dyn5QnMyM9mPE2BXut_eYEWKv1niA2fFp7f8O2i8iBrY8CbDoxYSMuUHqnGYpaUnD1hWOT0AikWWLIk5XjCoIOIuJO7L55iyYebP5Sr_HISjPHqkg/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7492.jpg"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1429" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwn1sWMVI3zF0hLnYNX4hVoNgi4dyn5QnMyM9mPE2BXut_eYEWKv1niA2fFp7f8O2i8iBrY8CbDoxYSMuUHqnGYpaUnD1hWOT0AikWWLIk5XjCoIOIuJO7L55iyYebP5Sr_HISjPHqkg/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7492.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>
4. Rocky Mountain National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>This is a park I definitely want to revisit without dogs and when it is warmer. Traveling with dogs at most national parks really limits what you can do and see. I'd love to come back here and backpack around for a few days. There had recently been a fire so that limited the area we could visit. Also like a lot of national parks that have cold weather, certain parts of the park can be blocked off because of snow/ice. So in some regards visiting in the winter can be nice because there is less of a crowd, but you can miss out on some areas of the park. </div><div><br /></div><div>We camped nearby at <a href="https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/GoldenGateCanyon" target="_blank">Golden Gate Canyon State Park</a> and spent our Thanksgiving there. It was such a different Thanksgiving experience but I loved it. With the pandemic going on and not being able to spend it with family, having Thanksgiving in the middle of a beautiful state park was a lovely alternative. We made some things but also picked up some pre-made foods from a nearby Whole Foods. I attempted making a lemon icebox pie that never set up even though we left it buried in the snow overnight. <br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4A7UYUBvHOb5Jjq-UyxxgZ8c2hE8h8skN-ivu24i-0bN-BkDVoO1grEeZ5kNv71JXGL-FHFE5Glx-cZaqxSJfVtA8vH-o4oxS5oIIGw3zLfD3-KF6529l_vTYrbu5-GyqMAKGBEE6jA/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7857.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4A7UYUBvHOb5Jjq-UyxxgZ8c2hE8h8skN-ivu24i-0bN-BkDVoO1grEeZ5kNv71JXGL-FHFE5Glx-cZaqxSJfVtA8vH-o4oxS5oIIGw3zLfD3-KF6529l_vTYrbu5-GyqMAKGBEE6jA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_7857.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>5. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>This is probably one of the most underrated national parks. It was SO COOL and I'd love to visit again without dogs and when it's warmer. Dare I say this but I think I enjoyed it more than the Grand Canyon. A big chunk of this park was closed down because of the weather. I will say I don't think many share this love of this park- another blogger, Renee of Renee Roaming rated this park in her bottom 10 after visiting all of the national parks in one year. What did we love about it? I think it was the shear magnitude of the canyon and it seems more awe inspiring than the Grand Canyon to me. The hiking opportunities may be less and there is certainly not as many facilities as the Grand Canyon. If you're into skiing it isn't far from several skiing towns in Colorado. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUjJv_mtdqidC9pTz5XE5yKcokshEA_KpkDkm9R6JikEGu-R_UqHbC38Op0NFJzWQheVvUaNTHLYX7vC-v6TLsG2BOZyjp1jbxug63pwgRLCGAdYqKOugXZBkhDaP8tzpw9rr-JWonUQ/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8086.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1541" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUjJv_mtdqidC9pTz5XE5yKcokshEA_KpkDkm9R6JikEGu-R_UqHbC38Op0NFJzWQheVvUaNTHLYX7vC-v6TLsG2BOZyjp1jbxug63pwgRLCGAdYqKOugXZBkhDaP8tzpw9rr-JWonUQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8086.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>
6. Arches National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>If you follow US based van-lifers, you've definitely seen them talk about this national park. When we drove to the campsite we quickly realized why so many van-lifers love this park. The campground has an incredible view that is super IG worthy. </div><div><br /></div><div>Arches is a cool place but we felt it was over-hyped. However, the day we went it was so windy and cold which does have an impact. We didn't want to get out of the van because it was so cold, so that definitely affected our experience. You also can't see a lot of the famous arches without hiking to them and again, no dogs were allowed so we missed out on this. <br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_gbVXkSVh8UQ-4lzoFA7yGKunGRKMdzaU2Od3EnIfJGaC-P6d9zwUPAkaZIRcwBDNZViLc-6omVsaZAgbRKx1GBaoG03cUjmOcHyUn56y2Ma678TmHFhEJ9cf5CIXvSKhkatYLWmdMQ/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8485.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_gbVXkSVh8UQ-4lzoFA7yGKunGRKMdzaU2Od3EnIfJGaC-P6d9zwUPAkaZIRcwBDNZViLc-6omVsaZAgbRKx1GBaoG03cUjmOcHyUn56y2Ma678TmHFhEJ9cf5CIXvSKhkatYLWmdMQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8485.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>7. Canyonlands National Park</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Another underrated park. I think Arches gets a lot of hype which is well-deserved but we enjoyed Canyonlands more. It's hard to put my finger on why exactly, and the weather could have played a big part. It was super windy and cold when we visited Arches which made going outside kinda miserable, but it wasn't windy on our day at Canyonlands. So it may not be a fair comparison. Canyonlands felt epic. There is this place (pictured above) where you can walk out and you are surrounded by the canyons. It was one of the places where you didn't feel like you could properly catch the epic-ness in a photo. </div><div><br /></div><div>This was not the most dog friendly park and to my knowledge there weren't any paved trails or any areas other than campgrounds and parking lots where the dogs could walk. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxccoNgD1L1sh8WW9_BVm5xcNFWHEXicwVYItHF7G2AyCyp1ef7zZyb3yPEmRb-jsnNHOfnlQ1COKA-iBYqm9cCI2r5sNdHj9nGcSax6gwS1wGFbzGF49COBF-M8l_PNcE06cMpNX8TA/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8371.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxccoNgD1L1sh8WW9_BVm5xcNFWHEXicwVYItHF7G2AyCyp1ef7zZyb3yPEmRb-jsnNHOfnlQ1COKA-iBYqm9cCI2r5sNdHj9nGcSax6gwS1wGFbzGF49COBF-M8l_PNcE06cMpNX8TA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8371.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>8. Capitol Reef National Park</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Another beautiful Utah national park. One of the thing that sticks out to me the most about this park is that it has an orchard. There are fruit trees planted everywhere and when they are in fruit, you can just pick them. I want to go back just for that! Since we visited in December, we obviously missed that. This was another glad we visited it and we got to see the overall beauty but it deserves more time. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK7_TkaasXiAFEpMlVb13jHAPiQuF1VdprC5M0jx6XxQ_j3-weQIh6aX2eYQEkCcCE0Z-UKeDqN3n_wnTwo6XTSTYCqpKLFmBXIABNeAeaClgmvgHNAgzOdOKc7-dnJaqtIAf0CXnQvA/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8514.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK7_TkaasXiAFEpMlVb13jHAPiQuF1VdprC5M0jx6XxQ_j3-weQIh6aX2eYQEkCcCE0Z-UKeDqN3n_wnTwo6XTSTYCqpKLFmBXIABNeAeaClgmvgHNAgzOdOKc7-dnJaqtIAf0CXnQvA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8514.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>9. Bryce Canyon National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>So Arches, Canyonlands, Captiol Reef, and Bryce all kind of have similar vibe/look to them BUT they are definitely unique. What I mean is that they the main attraction to these 4 parks are the terracotta colored rock formations. However, all the formations are shaped differently and the surrounding landscape is often different. But it is really cool to think that all of the 5 national parks in Utah are within 1-3 hours from each other and have similar features but they are formed so uniquely. God is truly an awesome Creator and that became very evident on this trip. Bryce Canyon's terracotta rock formations are called hoodoos.</div><div><br /></div><div>Relatively speaking this was another more dog friendly national park. They have a trail that is paved where dogs can walk. It's nice to not have to walk the dogs in a parking lot. But don't feel sorry for the dogs, they visited so many dog parks and had plenty of time to run free. They probably spent more time outside on this trip than they do at home. </div><div><br /></div><div>Would I visit this park again? Yes. Would I drive just to go to this one park? No. If you're going to any of the national parks in Utah, you are so close to all the other ones, you've got to see them all. They are all worth visiting and you could do an epic road trip where you just visited all the Utah parks. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBsRFewlLwR1Rz0NAv-csbukrEV50XoqdbMopVt05vAoopCNNKvEW3sLOx98ESX74V2tYXTClcZ7kYTUgAyg_Xop1EXbqZEXNXgGbvH7xcZ24fH-jx8vY0FO9Yh4v9fqUGKijLtpDhnA/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8658.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBsRFewlLwR1Rz0NAv-csbukrEV50XoqdbMopVt05vAoopCNNKvEW3sLOx98ESX74V2tYXTClcZ7kYTUgAyg_Xop1EXbqZEXNXgGbvH7xcZ24fH-jx8vY0FO9Yh4v9fqUGKijLtpDhnA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8658.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>10. Zion National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>This was one of the national parks we most looked forward to visiting and we will definitely be going back. Not to sound like a broken record but again we'd like to go back when it's warmer and without dogs. They did have one paved trail close to the visitors center (which was closed) where dogs could walk. I will say Zion was pretty busy even though it was so cold, so I can't say I'm looking forward to going when there are even more people.</div><div><br /></div><div>We were visiting at a time when you could take your car on the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Most of the year, this part of the park is accessible only by shuttle. I can't even imagine how they did that in the midst of a pandemic but I am really glad we didn't have to deal with any shuttles. However, they only allow so many people on that road at a time. Our first day there, the road had already reached its limit. So your options are to keep driving back by in hopes that someone left for you to go in, or come back earlier the next day. That's what we decided to do.</div><div><br /></div><div>Our first day there was on a Sunday so I know more people were visiting then, and we were back by 9:00 am on Monday morning. We were able to get on the scenic drive. Most of the areas that Zion is known for are accessed on this scenic road. I will say, the drive in from the east entrance is beautiful and it's much longer than the scenic drive you turn off. Since we couldn't do any of the hikes with the dogs, we really didn't miss much the day before.</div><div><br /></div><div>With that said, the famous The Narrows hike is accessed from this road. Make sure to do you research about that hike before driving to Zion to do that. We considered boarding the dogs to be able to do this hike because it's so incredible but the water was so cold and we would have been miserable. We are definitely going back to be able to do all of the hikes we missed. This is a park that you can drive through and see a lot of beautiful things but you'll miss most of the incredible beauty the park has to offer if you don't get out and hike some of it. This park is definitely worth of a several day visit and lots of planning. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIB2UXfBJmdJDztrldl-KuIid0MT0PZt372LvTc99GyK0YzRIP8q5i5QI4qpd-e_UW7QhorDqLap9Ff9tIn1T3fIxljpoNeYISkuyvYovelPKW9EfLT7nFQ7GJDi_e_eIMdVQFn9QfZw/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8914.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIB2UXfBJmdJDztrldl-KuIid0MT0PZt372LvTc99GyK0YzRIP8q5i5QI4qpd-e_UW7QhorDqLap9Ff9tIn1T3fIxljpoNeYISkuyvYovelPKW9EfLT7nFQ7GJDi_e_eIMdVQFn9QfZw/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_8914.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>11. Grand Canyon National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm going to say something so controversial. I think Grand Canyon is overrated. This was my second time going and it was Savannah's first and we both felt the same way. Don't get me wrong, it's incredible and beautiful and maybe we would have felt differently if we would have spent more time there. I also think being able to hike and backpack increases your enjoyment of visiting any park. We arrived close to dark so we got to see it at sunset which is extraordinary. We actually got to camp in one of their campgrounds, and the next day it started snowing pretty good. We decided to not stick around for that and head to our next destination. So our trip to the GCNP was short and I know it's worthy of spending more time there. Yes, we do think it's overrated BUT I'd still go back again because both times I went I was more passing through. I've never given it the time it deserves. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolrHxTPxpVRsgqKnPyPkIO5hUgeAqsR4Ixu6LanhQdb9_LHPdtPMjeXaWv_tXsV2R5xFkwNdkIjt2gU78k8O3L6LBA2A1TX_KHupHRN8CaqpyA-mDxZg1bSXJDhMxZXxFzh-9dmu6tw/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_9057.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolrHxTPxpVRsgqKnPyPkIO5hUgeAqsR4Ixu6LanhQdb9_LHPdtPMjeXaWv_tXsV2R5xFkwNdkIjt2gU78k8O3L6LBA2A1TX_KHupHRN8CaqpyA-mDxZg1bSXJDhMxZXxFzh-9dmu6tw/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_9057.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>12. Saguaro National Park</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Okay so this park was cool, but it is mostly just a bunch of saguaro cactuses. It was cool to see them in such high concentrations and if you're into taking pictures of yourself, you could get some cool ones here. I do wish we had been able to see it at sunset because I've heard that's magical. They did have a nature trail where the dogs could walk on so we were super excited about that. They had the best visitor center/gift shop of all the parks we visited. It was seriously so well curated. We were getting a sticker for every park we visited and some of the parks had terrible options but Saguaro had a lot of great ones. I know that's a random detail but after being so disappointed by the gift shops at bigger parks like Grand Canyon, it felt worth mention. Zion's wasn't even open. </div><div><br /></div><div>After we left the park we happened upon a really cool state park, Tucson Mountain Park, so that is definitely worth visiting if you are going to Saguaro. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjHCEeLEzc434MXbLJfyeautWxLWUnIRTyeb_qI7OZzJ1dlwRabXjfXd1qJ4n_g0gten103_JNtVhbr4uavuNdKDfh8qTz5hTnX66nMgezYLFIYrpHnXgdk69UPGK5pOODbyINVgzUEg/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_9190.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjHCEeLEzc434MXbLJfyeautWxLWUnIRTyeb_qI7OZzJ1dlwRabXjfXd1qJ4n_g0gten103_JNtVhbr4uavuNdKDfh8qTz5hTnX66nMgezYLFIYrpHnXgdk69UPGK5pOODbyINVgzUEg/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Southwest+Road+TripIMG_9190.jpg" /></a></div><div><b>13. Guadalupe Mountains National Park</b></div></div><div><br /></div><div>Since this was the last park we visited, I think we were possibly national parked out. This was underwhelming but if I'm honest, I just don't think we were in the mental space to enjoy it. I really don't even have a lot to say about this park. It's only 30 minutes away from Carlsbad Caverns and we almost shoved that in there because we were so close and it would be another check off our national park list, but we couldn't do it. We would have had to stay another day and we were ready to get back to Austin. We had to pick up some stuff we left at Savannah's grandparents house. </div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdSX5NPy-3svEVQwy_NRLfE6vtlv9Qg0-zsqzcKvtKzKsbOrEgn2xE9ln2mJugKHzrJwO-dH6-Xrg594aVUSth3Q9jEkYwk0J3rOJCVF4IXgmM1VGtsW1r4EkF8VK3lFU8QNqeWYJS1g/s2048/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Campervan+Renovation62794685126__D1AFDEA1-E202-408B-9638-4E6E70376C6F.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdSX5NPy-3svEVQwy_NRLfE6vtlv9Qg0-zsqzcKvtKzKsbOrEgn2xE9ln2mJugKHzrJwO-dH6-Xrg594aVUSth3Q9jEkYwk0J3rOJCVF4IXgmM1VGtsW1r4EkF8VK3lFU8QNqeWYJS1g/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+Campervan+Renovation62794685126__D1AFDEA1-E202-408B-9638-4E6E70376C6F.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The national parks were all awesome in their own way and we definitely liked some more than others. And you'll notice a recurring theme that we didn't feel like we got to fully experience the beauty of each park, but this was not what this trip was supposed to be. We wanted to get a general overview of a large amount of parks and this helped us know which parks we'd go back and visit and which ones we wouldn't. What's cool about a road trip like this is that some of the most memorable things were the moments that happen in between the planned times. For example, some of the places we camped were as memorable and breathtaking as the national park we visited. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjxIHRDHxlyeLI535b6arZJGtgdrN8YzQsSxJuzNU_QWAQnztIEA_pkos13OSTcPhjxVJA8t26BMoe0KphMmCCnU76SqyAip9uqzABRnoTrzDC1_nZT6Ag2AsuqsCYPGz__dfjIZzxfQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Wander+Wagon+Van+LifeIMG_7195.JPG" /></div><div>You will notice that we mention a lot of times throughout the post that we couldn't do a lot of things because we had the dogs with us. We knew this was going to be a big challenge going into this trip but we also knew we didn't have a way or a desire to leave the dogs at home for that long. Johnny Rose is a puppy and there is just no way we could have swung leaving him at home. Going on this trip did help him overcome his fear of peeing in new places. He'll pee anywhere now and it also helped seal the deal of potty training.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAyNPW56IiIifu2eSkrpqFNuMvrU7K-W02_TRgGt5K8NUMIJOPcor47mRTNXWwgSGyLtGLq-qwvSUWcbBZ-4KZdrP4NV2J2Tpdih8MspkYvX_Z3lMnOjzd2rgWTlZyzQ0XRZs75Zd9PA/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Wander+Wagon+Van+LifeIMG_9091-2.jpg" /></div><div>We did have a few incidents that required us washing our bed linens unexpectedly. Traveling with dogs is a whole other layer of stress and traveling with a rescue puppy was next level. But at the end of the day it was either not go on this trip or take the dogs with us. Another option if you do want to travel with your pets but want to fully experience all the national parks have to offer- take them to a doggy daycare. There are doggy daycares in a lot of towns nearby national parks. Zion National Park actually had their own doggy daycare facility. </div><div><br /></div><div>My advice if you are doing a trip like this is to figure out what you want out of your trip. Do you just want to visit as many national parks in as you can? Or would you rather visit less parks and really spend time in each park? Are you traveling with dogs? Children? How long do you want to drive each day? You need to consider the time of year you are visiting and think about when busy seasons are and weigh the pros and cons of visiting in off seasons.</div><div><br /></div><div>There is a ton of information out there and it's great to read blogs like ours to get opinions but also keep in mind who you are and what you like because it could be very different than what the person likes who is writing. Most of all that the adventure there is just as important as the destination and plan on being flexible. Planning is important on a trip like this but you'll learn really quickly that your plans will change nearly everyday. Figure out what is most important to you for your trip and don't stress about the rest. </div></div></div></div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-51011104692878643882021-02-08T06:00:00.005-06:002021-02-09T18:55:40.123-06:00How To Grow And Endless Supply Of Lettuce<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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I've been growing lettuce all wrong until this year. Chances are, you have too. Over the winter I watched countless videos and read even more articles on gardening. It was in this research that I realized I needed to throw away everything I know about store-bought lettuce, and make room for the way I needed to start growing my lettuce.
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When we had grown various lettuces in years before, I remember waiting for it to form into a ball. If you've ever gardened you know that this doesn't come very quickly. And really... before my lettuce became a full head, it got eaten to piece by bugs. So I figured I'd share a few things we've learned and how we are having an endless supply of lettuce.
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<b><i>1. Pick your garden spot wisely.</i></b> This may seem obvious, but it's really important. When you are starting your seeds in the end of winter (or even during winter) you'll want your lettuce to be in a sunny location because it's cooler out. But come summer time, you'll want your lettuce in a partly shady spot so it can cool off and be slower to bolt. We even have tucked lettuce into little places where we think other things just may not grow, like in the shade under our bird bath. It only gets an hour or so of direct sunlight, but it's still growing leaves that we can eat. You can grow lettuce among your flowers, in a pot, wherever there is dirt. Just pay attention to the time of year, the sun, and the temperature.<br />
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<b><i>2. Succession sow & grow many plants.</i></b> Start a new round of lettuce every week or so. When our first lettuce started coming up, we transplanted new lettuce seedlings outside about every two weeks. This has allowed us to harvest lettuce every few days. We also have about 40 lettuce plants right now. That may sound like a lot, but they really don't take up much space. You could fit that many plants in about 16 sq. ft.<br />
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<b><i>3. Plant seeds early.</i></b> I planted some seeds last Fall, and they popped up as soon as they would be able to grow- at the end of winter. You don't have to plant seeds this early, but you don't have to wait, nor should you, until the weather warms up. Get your first lettuce plants out in very early Spring so you can start harvesting ASAP. Better yet, start those seeds inside so you have actual plants to move outside.<br />
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<b><i>4. Choose varieties that are good for your location.</i></b> Since we are in Nashville and in the summers is gets very hot and humid, we have a couple varieties of lettuce that are "slow to bolt". These would be the best varieties to grow as the weather warms up. But we also have varities that are "frost tolerant" or "frost hardy". Those are the ones you should be starting in the cooler months. Make sure you are reading the packets and planting the variety you have at the right time.<br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi__s5ZQBSy_z0zJs322RsGwGR_HL9AX86NbJVYm_ZkGAWpdo2n1ROo73jkJj-K4CA8LliHR_1mkzTqyALZbJRjNmMr7B4bPwtuwJhrirw5BOpme4wSDH3-JF7e1eCAId4L0d47eYRt27I/s1600/Gather+Homestead+How+To+Grow+The+Best+LettuceIMG_1303.jpg" style="text-align: center;" /><i><b>5. Don't harvest all at once.</b></i> Now this is the MOST important tip! Here are the problems with waiting to harvest until your lettuce looks like a head you'd buy at the store. First of all, it will take a lot longer for you to start eating fresh salads from the garden. Second, when you cut down that head, no more lettuce will grow from that plant as you have removed the entire thing from the garden. Third, you will harvest all of your lettuce at the same time and have way too much at once. I once read that lettuce starts losing its nutrients hours after it is picked. To get the maximum benefits of fresh lettuce, you'll want to pick it right before you eat it. So if you have to store a bunch of lettuce at once, you won't be getting the freshest salad experience you could be getting.<br />
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Anyway, the way to keep the plant growing is to only take some leaves. Take the outside leaves off first making sure to leave a few leaves. In a few days time, your lettuce will have grown more leaves to harvest. When you harvest lettuce this way, you also get to pick it way earlier than you would if you were waiting to for it to become a head of lettuce.<br />
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For example, this Red Romaine plant only has about 4 leaves, but I will take that big one off for our salad. If I waited until this became a full lettuce head, that leaf will have turned bitter. No one likes bitter lettuce. So this is why it's important to have many plants- so you can pick a full salad's worth of leaves every few days. If you have a bigger family (we only use the lettuce for 2 people) you may want to grow more lettuce plants than we do. Or if you think you are only going to be able to eat a salad once a week, plant a little less.<br />
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<b><u>Lettuce Varieties We Are Growing</u></b><br />
Rouge d'Hiver Romaine<br />
Buttercrunch<br />
Little Gem Romaine<br />
Red Sails<br />
Parris Island<br />
Black Seeded Simpson<br />
Hanson Improved Crisphead<br />
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Oak Leaf<br />
Ice Queen<br />
Salad Bowl Blend<br />
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We are trying to get more into the mindset of eating what we have, when we have it. So as long as our lettuce will grow without bolting, we will be incorporating salads into our meals. If you use all of our tips, you'll be on your way to eating the freshest salads every few days. AND you'll never need bitter and stale store-bought lettuce again. Hallelujah!<br />
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<div>BED<br /><a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/bWJ6B" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2"x2"x8" Furring Strips</a><<div><a href="https://amzn.to/3r4M2Om" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Foam Mattress</a></div><div><a href="https://amzn.to/3rcy0dr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Storage Cubes</a></div><div><a href="https://www.lagunusa.com/lagun-table-system-category" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lagun Table Mount</a></div><div><a href="https://amzn.to/3timAHa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heavy Duty Zippers</a></div><div><a href="https://www.fabricwholesaledirect.com/products/waterproof-outdoor-canvas-fabric?variant=9913481603" target="_blank">Waterproof Canvas</a></div><div><br /></div></div>
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If you have a question about something we have used, leave a comment here or over on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/heywanderer" target="_blank">our Instagram</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQgSeN12S2lrWj-NwbSj85Gq_VonPFIe0b36BCv-vX5g7LhmYAiTciNnWPlD0YvKtvJxrJk7BlRmDBc7jTr5qYh0MaUducS_NCYVb754nMrUNd4JLef7SNKrtqWrEpWp2nUC1HE4Nq1w/s3000/Gather+Homestead+Pinning.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="150" data-original-width="3000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQgSeN12S2lrWj-NwbSj85Gq_VonPFIe0b36BCv-vX5g7LhmYAiTciNnWPlD0YvKtvJxrJk7BlRmDBc7jTr5qYh0MaUducS_NCYVb754nMrUNd4JLef7SNKrtqWrEpWp2nUC1HE4Nq1w/s16000/Gather+Homestead+Pinning.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT2E0XmFkCDdnEtm39ATNDIPDX4BwHQivZTQAOCNSdfuWbfcu7I_n5_UUpgmUbvGFqf-HPBoPIIYZY78OfBKIBjBzpicaoPH50LeR_0XKax8cy4ESMs4Fay1UNPviSaoGyOvy2ucAvDQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Van+Life+DIY+Campervan.jpg" /></div><br /><div><br /></div></div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-38576042891572954922021-02-01T06:00:00.002-06:002021-02-04T18:25:20.113-06:00How To Fill A Garden Bed For Free<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There are a lots of reasons people get into gardening. Some people want to start gardening to save money. These people could quickly learn that growing your own food can sometimes cost more than buying food at the grocery store. However, gardening doesn't have to be expensive. One area where you can save money is on what you use to fill up your garden beds. The good news is you don't have to sacrifice good quality soil in order to save money.<br />
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Our garden beds are 14 inches high and we will have 11 of them when our garden is finished. Plus we have a large in ground bed thats around 22 ft by 26 ft. We absolutely could not afford to fill all of that up with soil you can buy from a nursery. You can certainly build beds that aren't as deep as ours but we have found that we've had better luck growing things with deeper beds. Here is how we layer our beds in a way that saves money without sacrificing quality. </div>
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First we put a layer of cardboard at the bottom of our garden beds to block out weeds. Regardless of what you put in your beds, I highly recommend this step. People are always giving away free moving boxes on Craigslist if you don't have enough cardboard yourself. But lets be real, we all have a stash of Amazon boxes laying around.<br />
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After the cardboard, we put a layer of sticks and logs at the bottom of the bed. These will eventually break down and add nutrients to the soil. They also take up space so you don't have to fill the entire bed with soil.<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Next we add a layer of wood chips. In most places, you can get wood chips delivered to your house for free. We used the service </span><a href="https://getchipdrop.com/" rel="nofollow" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Chip Drop</a><span style="text-align: center;"> to get our wood chips. There are so many uses for wood chips and they are invaluable to no dig gardening. The kicker with getting wood chips delivered using Chip Drop is that they are going to bring you a massive pile. I mean it is HUGE. You cannot request a smaller pile. So you do have to take that into consideration. We have a big ugly pile of wood chips at the top of our driveway, but it's a price we are willing to pay. The wood chips will break down much more quickly than the logs and they will add much needed nutrients to the soil. </span></div>
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The next layer is leaves. If you didn't save your leaves from the fall, you might be able to find some on Craigslist. This isn't a necessary step but again it is a filler and it's free. This is also another material that will break down and add nutrients to the soil. </div>
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Now we get to the actual soil. When we were in a pinch we had to get soil from Home Depot and we bought top soil, compost, and Kellogg's potting soil. To fill our 8ft by 4 ft garden beds we used 1 1/3 bag of compost, 2 bags of Kellogg's potting soil, and 2 bags of topsoil. After filling some of our garden beds with that we were able to find black gold- composted manure. This treasure was found on Craigslist and we were able to overfill a truck bed for $60. This is going to be mixed with soil we buy from a local nursery that we can buy by the truckload. I highly recommend getting soil this way if you can, because buying all those bags of dirt is expensive and uses so much plastic. </div>
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After adding in all the soil we topped the beds of with another layer of wood chips. We've planted using 2 different methods. We've added the wood chips and then cleared out a spot to plant in. We've also planted before adding the wood chips and then added the wood chips around each plant. The jury is still out on which method I prefer. </div>
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So there are a lot of ways you can fill up your gardens beds. And you can save a lot of money by filling your beds with natural materials (wood chips, sticks, leaves, etc) that you can get for free. These have the added benefit of giving back to your soil. </div>
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Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-28893449101057285132021-01-25T06:00:00.002-06:002021-02-04T18:25:30.463-06:00How To Build Garden Beds For Free<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few years or so ago, we grew a garden. We were in a house with much more land, so it only seemed like the natural thing to do. We've always been interested in growing our own food and we had the land, so why not give gardening a try? But the thing is, it can be an expensive startup cost and it can easily become overwhelming.<br />
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We left our garden beds when we moved to another house. And over time other projects on the new house became our focus. 4 years later we went on an extended trip in California and spent a lot of time on different farms and homesteads. It was then when our desire to start our own version of a homestead came back. Our first act? Order baby chicks. The second? Start collecting free materials for garden beds.</div>
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In our old house we built 4 4'x12'' wood beds and then later built a 3'x5' bed out of cinder blocks. The wood ones weren't completely expensive, but we made 4 and needed to fill them all with soil. That price added up quickly. The cinder block one worked but was not very nice to look at. So we knew this time that we wanted beautiful garden beds (preferably in the potager style) but we also needed to make them in the cheapest way possible. Enter in Craigslist. We searched high and low for free wood. We collected pallets, old barnwood, old shelves to disassemble and extra random pieces from friend's houses. After about a month of searching we had gathered enough material to build most of our chicken coop and some pretty nice garden beds.<br />
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To make the beds we did, you will need mostly pallets. We also used 1"x3" pieces to hold the pallet wood together, and 1"x4" on the tops to make the beds look more finished. We purchased the 1"x4" for about $6, so you can leave this out if you want to do this completely free. </div>
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The first thing you need to do is cut your pallets into individual pieces. Use a circular saw or jigsaw to do this. I cut mine into 14" pieces which is about the exact size from one wood brace to another. Once you have a bunch of pieces cut, like maybe 30, you can move onto the next step.</div>
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We are making a 4'x8' bed, so these measurements will be for those specific dimensions. For each bed you will need wood cut into these measurements:</div>
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2- 1"x3"x90"</div>
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2- 1"x4"x48", ends cut on a 45 degree angle</div>
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Some of the wood on pallets is very hard, so you will want to use screws if that's the case. Otherwise, you can use nails. Whatever works best for you.<br />
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To start assembling, lay the pallet wood pieces in a line and lay a 90" piece flat across the pieces perpendicularly.<br />
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The width of the pallet pieces should be 93", so there should be about 1.5 inches of space on each end. Secure the pallet wood with screws or nails until the entire piece is assembled. This will complete one side of the garden bed. Repeat this process with the other 90" piece and 2 of the 43.5" pieces. The only difference is that on the 43.5" pieces, you will extend the pallet pieces from edge to edge. This is the part that will join with the long piece at the corner.<br />
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This is the point when we painted the outside of our garden beds. If you like the mixed match weather wood look, you can definitely skip this step! But we had a ton of left over paint and it really made the bed look nice.</div>
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When we assembled a second version of this garden bed, we assembled it first and then painted it. This became our preferred method.<br />
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When all the sides have been assembled, you will place them upright and attach the short ends to the long ends, making a rectangle. Assemble the corners by using 2 1/4" screws.<br />
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Attach the 3rd 43.5" piece to the long sides in the middle of the garden bed.</div>
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You can stop here and you will have a great garden bed! Or you can take it a step further with a few 1"x4" pieces like we did to make it a little more finished. If you can't gather these for free, you could either purchase them or rip a 2x4 in half with a table saw. After all the ends have been cut into 45 degree angles, place them flat on top of the edges of the garden bed. Attach with nails (or screws). The goal is to create a uniform border.</div>
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Now once you've completed to process of building your beds, you still have to figure out how you are going to fill them, and with what. You can see how we did that in this blog post: <span style="font-size: large;"><i><a href="https://www.gatherhomestead.com/2020/03/cheapest-way-to-fill-garden-bed.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Cheapest Way To Fill Your Garden Beds</a>.</i></span><br />
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I will say that we did line the wood with garden fabric, as we didn't want any chemicals from the wood seeping into the soil. You can get a large roll that will cover multiple beds for about $10. If you know more about the wood pallets you have this may not be a necessary step.<br />
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This certainly isn't the quickest way to build a garden bed but it is free! This is also a great way to repurpose materials. You could get really creative with this and layout the wood in lots of different ways. We hope this DIY was helpful in making your gardening dreams come true. Thanks for stopping by! </div>
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Before Savannah designed our coop, we both did a lot of research. Years ago we had chickens and our coop was a converted shed. It had all the main components for a chicken coop but it was horrible to clean out. In order to get the eggs, you had to go inside the coop. When we decided to do chickens again, we knew we wanted a coop that was well thought out and easy to use and clean. After much research this is what we came up with. I can say after using it for 5 months, I wouldn't change a thing (except maybe making it bigger so we can get more chickens....hahaha).<br />
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This is one of the most important aspects of a coop because it keeps them healthy. Chickens produce a lot of moisture and ammonia. If they don't have enough ventilation this will cause a lot of problems. Ventilation also reduces the heat in the summer. The more vents you can put in the better. The even need ventilation in the winter.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">2. A Giant door for easy cleanout</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">3. Roosts</span></b><br />
Chickens need and like to roost. Sometimes you might find a chicken trying to sleep in the laying boxes and you just need to place them on the roosts. Ours wouldn't roost for the longest time. They would just all huddle together at the bottom of the coop. We added a second roost that is a 2X4 because they didn't seem to like or use the branch we had in there. Once we did that they started roosting on both of them. I have read that it's not good for their joints to sleep laying down all the time.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">4. Easy Access Laying Boxes</span></b><br />
This is just a convenience thing. It would be challenging to access our laying boxes from the inside. Also since the coop and the run aren't the cleanest of places, I avoid going in them as much as possible. Being able to just grab the eggs from the outside is quick, pleasant, and easy.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>5. Chicken sized door & ramp into the run.</b></span><br />
The girls have to have a way to get into the coop. We actually don't ever even close our door because our run is predator proof, but it's nice to have a way to close it especially in the winter time.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">6. Raised Coop</span></b></div>
This is huge in my opinion and one of my favorite features of our coop. Several years ago when we lived somewhere else and had chickens, we used an old shed as a coop. We had no idea what a nightmare that would be. Cleaning it out was terrible and so we didn't do it very often. The coop being elevated makes everything easier to access. It also extends the size of the run and provides an additional place outside of the coop where the chickens can take cover when it is raining. We also put their food in this space so we never have to worry about it getting wet and moldy.<br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">7. Vinyl Floor</b><br />
We got this idea from somewhere on the internet and it's one the best things we ever did. This allows the bedding to just slide off into our cart. As mentioned above, I can clean out the coop in 5 minutes. This is largely because of the vinyl flooring. We did the stick on tile which is super cheap and easy to install.<br />
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With the state of the world right now lots of people are looking for ways to be more food secure, and having chickens is a great way to provide sustainable food for you and your family. And this time of year lots of places have those adorable chicks just waiting for you to take them home. We got our chicks in October 2019 and them laying eggs is so exciting! However, it's not easy or cheap raising chicks. So, here are some things you should know before you go out and buy a bunch of super cute chicks.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">1. They don't lay eggs for close to 6 months.</span></i></b><br />
It's easy to get caught up in how adorable chicks are but they get big pretty quickly and you'll be feeding them and taking care of them for close to 6 months before they start laying eggs. That's definitely something you might look past when you are holding that adorable lil' chick.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">2. They have to be kept at a certain temperature for a period of time and need to be in a brooder.</span></i></b><br />
<a href="https://amzn.to/2WQMYdk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This is what we used</a> to home the chickens. You can't just get chicks and then throw them outside and hope it all works out. They need to be in a brooder, and there are specific temperatures that chicks have to be at for several weeks. You can achieve that warmth by several methods. Most people use a heat lamp but you have to be careful when doing this because they can start fires. You can read more about those temperature specifications <a href="https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/raising-chickens/raising-chicks-brooder-temperature-zebz1305zstp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. You typically lower the temperature every week by several degrees until they can get used to the outside temperature.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>3. Setting up a proper chicken coop is a lot of work and can be expensive.</i></b></span><br />
If you don't want to build your own coop, you will be paying several hundred dollars for an already assembled coop. You can save a lot of money by building your own, but that's a lot of work. We took forever to build ours because we were trying to do it as inexpensively as possible. We repurposed a lot of wood from pallets and got it for free on craigslist. All that to say- if you want to build a chicken coop that is predator safe, comfortable for your chickens, and is easy to maintain, you have to do a lot of planning for that.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">4. You could be getting a rooster.</span></i></b><br />
A lot of chicks are sold straight run which means you don't know if the chick will be a rooster (male) or hen (female who lays eggs). There are certain breeds that the females look different than the males so you can know what you're getting when you buy them. However, in most cases you'll only find those types of chicks from specialty hatcheries. Maybe you're cool with getting a rooster, but where we live you cannot have roosters within city limits. So that's just something to take into consideration.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">5. You will not save money by having your own chickens.</span></i></b><br />
Remember you are going to be feeding and taking care of chickens for 6 months before they every lay an egg. You could definitely just buy eggs somewhere else for less money when you take in the cost of the coop, food, bedding, treats, etc.<br />
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We say all of this not to prevent you from raising chicks, but just so you know what you are getting into. It's not for everyone, and you may be better off buying hens that are already laying. We chose to get chicks instead of hens that are already laying because we wanted specific breeds to lay certain color eggs. Depending on where you live, it may be hard to find the specific chicken breed you want. Buying laying hens over the internet is usually expensive because of the shipping charge. Check to see if you can find some laying hens locally to you. That's what we did the first time we had chickens, and it worked great! We definitely feel more attached to our chicks since we raised them from being a day old. Getting that first egg was so exciting. There are definitely benefits to raising chicks, but you just have to do what is right for you!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_E5rbqShLXmkrrXXKMI7gImsek9kBO2rPElydwe0TGKzSKHsT5qvvDMSMUCoj5RSa1KDkTEybKVha3EMknn3YFu74CDSsX5HdvHbSzqn2shptqufo4ihLTzHkMJAzTimniiu2lMmCxQ/s1800/Hey+Wanderer+Baby+Chicks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_E5rbqShLXmkrrXXKMI7gImsek9kBO2rPElydwe0TGKzSKHsT5qvvDMSMUCoj5RSa1KDkTEybKVha3EMknn3YFu74CDSsX5HdvHbSzqn2shptqufo4ihLTzHkMJAzTimniiu2lMmCxQ/s16000/Hey+Wanderer+Baby+Chicks.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-76304911494985621592021-01-04T19:08:00.003-06:002021-02-04T18:27:34.678-06:0010 Heirloom Seed Companies & Why To Buy Them<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Years ago when we first started gardening, we got a seed catalog from a friend and just ordered whatever looked good. We had no idea what we were doing and especially didn't know about different types of seed. I remember seeing "Heirloom" tomatoes in the store and I knew that they looked funky. I also remember that they were so delicious (according to Casey and the general public.) But we weren't necessarily in any hurry to figure out how to grow them. We just wanted whatever we could order right then.<br />
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Now, our second time around with starting a brand new garden, selecting seeds is very different for us. I find myself wanting ENTIRELY heirlooms varieties for a lot of reasons. So what are those reasons? Let's chat...<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">When you buy heirloom seeds you:</span><br />
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1. Get different and unusual varieties with history. Some places will tell you where the seeds originated from, and if you get them from a friend or family member, they can often tell you a story about where the seeds have come from. Plus, you can get some of those more special varieties like vegetables in crazy colors, or unusual shapes- cherry sized cucumbers, yard long beans, and white tomatoes. </div>
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2. Grow fruits and vegetables with better taste. Remember what I said about those tomatoes? Yeah, that's a real thing. If you have ever had an heirloom vegetable or fruit, you know that the taste is superior to what you are used to in the grocery store.<br />
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3. Grow plants with more nutrition. They are better for you as they have not been hybridized time and time again. They are also non-GMO which is super important as GMO seeds can have a host of issues and are thought to be linked to several health problems. <a href="https://www.motherearthnews.com/nature-and-environment/nutritional-content-zmaz09jjzraw" target="_blank">Here is an article talking </a>about how the nutritional content is lower in fruits and vegetables that are grown conventionally.<br />
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4. Can save them and save yourself money! This is a big one for me. All heirloom seeds can be saved by not all hybridized/non-heirloom seeds can be saved for a variety of reason. I love the idea of being able to keep the same plant variety year after year without have to repurchase them every year. And in turn, you can save money! Seed costs definitely add up. So having the option to save seeds at the end of the season opens up more choices for you. <a href="https://www.smallfootprintfamily.com/hybrid-seeds-vs-gmos" target="_blank">Here is a great blog post</a> explaining the different types of seeds.<br />
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5. Develop seeds that are better adapted to your land. When you are saving your seeds year after year, you are saving the seeds of a plant that has adapted to your exact land and climate. Whatever plants have done the best are the ones to save.<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">So where do you buy heirloom seeds? There are plenty of great places online where you can order seeds and have them delivered straight to your door.</span><br />
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1. <a href="https://www.botanicalinterests.com/category/Heirloom-Vegetables" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Botanical Interests</a><br />
2. <a href="http://rareseeds.com/" target="_blank">Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds</a><br />
3. <a href="https://www.anniesheirloomseeds.com/" target="_blank">Annie's Heirloom Seeds</a><br />
4. <a href="https://www.southernexposure.com/about-us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southern Exposure Seed Exchange</a><br />
5. <a href="https://migardener.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MI Gardener</a><br />
6. <a href="https://www.edenbrothers.com/store/heirloom_vegetable_seeds.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAhc7yBRAdEiwAplGxX96dPz9mn4MkPg1DQE6U6Qu38jA3EPI7Ege5iVHqH9VSgCMWC54sWxoCRW0QAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eden Brothers</a><br />
7. <a href="https://www.johnnyseeds.com/search/?q=heirloom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnny's Seeds</a><br />
8. <a href="https://www.seedsavers.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seed Savers Exchange</a><br />
9. <a href="https://sustainableseedco.com/collections/all-heirloom-seeds" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sustainable Seed Company</a><br />
10. <a href="https://www.victoryseeds.com/heirloom-vegetables.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Victory Seeds</a><br />
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Another seed option is to join a seed swap. It's a great way to accumulate some cool varieties of seeds and try them out in smaller quantities. We were part of a seed swap this year and we got a lot of seeds that we would have never thought to purchase- hello hibiscus! And this is why heirlooms (and seeds in general) are so fun.<br />
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<div a="" are="" class="separator" href="https://amzn.to/3mHVUw7" style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;" the="" using="" we=""><p class="" style="background-color: #fcfcfc; color: #222222; font-family: baskerville-urw; font-size: 18px; letter-spacing: 0.18px; margin-top: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">We are using the </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3mHVUw7" style="background-color: transparent;" target="_blank">Intex 1000 GPH pool pump</a><span style="background-color: transparent;"> and it was strong enough to keep the heater on. We read some folks reviews saying they had a pump that wasn’t strong enough, but ours is working perfectly. This means you could use this heater with a 1000 GPH or anything bigger. I would not suggest using a smaller pump.</span></p></div></div><div><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkMn-b8PcvIaH_xmFMcrnbw?view_as=subscriber">If you need instructions on how to install the Intex 1000 GPH pump, check out our video by clicking here!</a></p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We were very impressed with how fast this heated the water, given our past with heating the stock tank pool. But there is one very crucial thing you must do no matter what you heat your pool with- INSULATE!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgizS_RSGjHZ5gop3xFHk7wp-cHMfS6kW0J8d8jirk9Fc1dK1OWf2V_UJEaaBtMEOxmWLNGQ2OLkKYDbpjgRZseZdHk67U3LjxHbimPLhC7aCc6eIk-GNcCIfppkshcfbgS3WlizbgZTw/s16000/Stock+Tank+Pool+Authority+Hot+Tub+Fall+2020IMG_4794.JPG" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let me tell you, the metal on a stock tank pool is not going to keep the heat inside your pool. It’s going to let that heat out almost as fast as it comes in. We decided we needed to make a koozie or jacket of sorts for our stock tank. To do that we used <a href="https://amzn.to/2FI9or9" style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">reflectix</a><span style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3mTUSNI" style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">a very thick wool rug pad</a><span style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">, and flannel fabric. You don’t have to go this route- there are many ways that you could insulate your stock tank pool. However, you definitely need to do something if you actually want to use your stock tank as a hot tub. You also need a cover. We plan on making an insulated cover, but for now we are draping a tarp over it and it’s working just fine!</span></div><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We turned our heater off one evening and the water was at 102 degrees. In the morning the water was 94 degrees. This means that this stock tank koozie/jacket situation actually works and is crucial for being able to keep your hot tub water warm. You definitely don’t want to have to heat your water from something like 52 degrees every time you want to use it.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you don’t want to deal with electric (besides your pump, of course) you can always opt for a gas tankless water heater. <a href="https://amzn.to/3kCVy87">This one</a> is a great option as it heats more water faster than other ones and it is specifically made for being outdoors!</p><p><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Okay, so you probably want to know how I connected this part to our pump, and I will do my best to explain. Please note that these are instructions for using the 1000 GPH pump. I will note how to alter for the </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3hTyCQm" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1500 GPH Pump</a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or </span><a href="https://amzn.to/35ZuT16" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2500 GPH Pump</a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Here are all the things I purchased:</span></p><ul data-rte-list="default"><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3iUWbtg">Spa Heater</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/2RMOMQT">1.5” PVC Pipe</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3mTyBj4">Type A Hose Adapter</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/2FS9w7d">Type B Hose Adapter</a> (comes in a set, but only need 1)</p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3iXx5dd">Swimline Adapter</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/2RLOwSa">Silicone Sealant</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/32UnK0a">JB Weld Marine Weld</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/301N9mL">PVC Cement</a></p></li><li><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://amzn.to/32QzbpJ">A Good Thermometer</a></p></li></ul><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Step 1. Cut your PVC into two parts. I used a mitre saw and my pieces are 10” each. </p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Step 2. Attach the Type A Hose Adapters to the PVC. These fit on the inside of the pipe. You need one on each piece of PVC. I originally used sealant on to seal these two pieces, but the water pressure was too high on one side. I ended up using JB Weld Marine Weld on that side. I followed the instructions and then put the material on the outside of the adapter and the inside of the PVC pipe and let the pieces cure.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Step 3. (<em>Skip this step for 1500 or 2500 GPH pumps.</em>) Create the extra piece for the pump hose to connect to. I took a Swimline Adapter, cut off the section with the threads with a mitre saw, then sanded the edges. I then took Type B Hose Adapter and cut off the lip on the smaller end. This took some finagling but some wire cutters did the job best. I then fit the Type B Adapter into the Swimline adapter. It’s a tight fit, but I used Marine weld again to secure them to each other.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Step 4. Attach your PVC to the heater with PVC cement. Follow the instructions on the kit. The PVC pieces will fit right into the pieces attached to the pump.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Step 5. Once everything has cured for the correct times, it’s time to attach the heater section to the pool pump. Turn your plunger valves to the locked position. Disconnect the hose from the lower outlet plunger valve. If you have a 1500 or 2500 GPH pump, you will completely remove the hose and replace it with the new heater section. If you have the 1000 GPH pump, you will connect the hose to the extra piece from step 3 and then attach the heater to the plunger valve and the extra piece now attached to the hose.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Turn your pump on to make sure there aren’t any leaks and everything is flowing smoothly. If you heater is connected to electricity safely, it will automatically turn on when your pump flow water through it. So you’ll just sit back and relax and wait for the water to heat.</p><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you turn your stock tank pool into a hot tub this season, we’d love to see your pics! Tag us on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/stocktankpool">@stocktankpool</a> for a chance to be featured!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="359" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BmbGK-otER0" width="606" youtube-src-id="BmbGK-otER0"></iframe></div><p style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></p></div>Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-68468426758622875612020-07-26T15:06:00.000-05:002020-07-26T15:06:27.603-05:00How to Paint Your Stock Tank Pool with Plasti Dip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Well, after 4 years it finally happened. We painted the outside of our stock tank pool. This is one of the questions we get asked the most, “how should I paint a stock tank?” Today we’re going to tell you how you can paint your stock tank pool using Plasti Dip. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to try out Plasti Dip products on our tank.<br />
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In a nutshell, Plasti Dip is an air-dry, protective, specialty rubber coating and has a lot of uses. It’s flexible, doesn’t crack, and it’s peelable and removable on most surfaces. Some people even paint their cars with it! They have a wide selection of colors to choose from, and they even have glow in the dark colors.<br />
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We were happy to give our tank a face lift. Our pool is 4+ years old and on its fifth summer season, so the galvanization has completely worn off. It was looking a little worn and sad. With that said, because the galvanized layer was off, we did not have to sand our tank. If you are going to be painting your tank and it’s brand new, then you are going to first need to sand off the shiny layer. ALL of it.<br />
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Here is the design that Savannah came up with using Photoshop. This was really helpful when we were painting the pool because we always had something to refer back to. This step isn’t necessary but helpful.<br />
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Alright let’s get on with it!. Read below to find out how we painted our stock tank pool:<br />
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Step 1. Get your area ready. We covered up the concrete with brown craft paper so we didn’t get any of the Plasti Dip on the ground.<br />
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Step 2. Prep your surface- so what you do here will just depend on the condition of your tank. Everyone should start with a clean tank. You will likely need to sand off the galvanized layer. This process can take some time and you need to sand more than you think. We’ve done this on other pools and it’s not our favorite thing.<br />
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Step 3. We first sprayed the tank with a layer of white Plasti Dip. <a href="https://lnk2.io/wpRWHbW" rel="nofollow">Shop now on Amazon</a><br />
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We actually used 7 coats to get the tank as white as we wanted it. The key with spraying this product is to go more slowly than you want to. If you spray it too quickly, you will not get as much product on the tank. Use slow short strokes. You should wait 30 minutes between each layer before adding another layer.<br />
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This was after 2 coats.<br />
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And after 7 coats!<br />
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Step 4. After the Plasti Dip is completely dried (we waited 3 or 4 hours) we applied the stencils. We sprayed adhesive on the back of the stencil so it would stick to the tank. We had so many little details in the stencils that this step was crucial.<br />
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Step 5. We sprayed the different colors of Plasti Dip according to the design. Savannah was able to layer the paint colors to really customize the colors. She did this simply by spraying thin layers of color over top of each other. If you have stencils that will overlap like ours did, you will want to wait until each design has dried before overlapping another stencil on top of that one.<br />
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Step 6. Peel back your stencils and enjoy!<br />
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A few notes: We made our own stencils but there are several places that sell stencils you can buy yourself.<br />
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Because you are going to ask- can this be used on the inside of the pool? No.<br />
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Plasti Dip can be peelable. Tired of your design? You can peel the paint right off. We have not tried this because we like our design and we just did it :) They have another product you can add before you paint that helps make the product permanent. We did not apply this product and I will say, the Plasti Dip does not seem like it’s going to easily peel off. Meaning ours seems like it’s going to stick until we decide we really want to peel it off.<br />
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Plasti Dip was easy to work with and sprayed on better than other rubber coating products we have worked with. <a href="https://lnk2.io/wyvxF4L" rel="nofollow">Get yours at Amazon</a>.<br />
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We LOVE the results and are so happy with how our tank turned out. We will update you in the future on how this holds up in the long run.<br />
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If you want more stock tank pool information, <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/p/stock-tank-pool-resources.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">check out our blog dedicated to this very topic.</a> Also check out our stock tank pool Instagram- <a href="http://www.instagram.com/stocktankpool" target="_blank">@stocktankpool</a>.<br />
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We hope you enjoyed this as much as we did!<br />
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You've probably never seen this corner of our kitchen, but it's the one part in here that's evolved the most since we've lived here. It first was a door to the room behind the wall, but then we closed it in. Casey's stepdad then built a hall tree there with a bench. We never used the bench area and desperately needed more storage space so last year we turned it into built a bulit in shelving nook and ever took pics and video to show you how we did it, but to this day we never actually completed the shelves. Classic!</div>
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We actually wanted to paint them white and have cute baskets and have everything there organized in open shelving. Thank goodness we didn't actually spend time painting everything because after using this space for a year, we realized that in reality, we cannot keep this space looking neat and nice enough to be on display.<br />
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We sure tried, but the things on the shelf move in and out and around so quickly. We decided we needed to be able to use this shelf however we needed for our own sanity. We considered building some doors over the shelves. We never could really figure out how to easily do it without messing up the moulding up top. Also, we needed a solution that was quick and easy, so we decided a curtain would be the way to go!<br />
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We decided to go with a plain white curtain, as we didn't really want the curtain to be a feature. We just wanted it to fade into the background and hide the clutter. We wanted it to be like a breath of fresh air. And let me tell you, that's exactly what it has been!<br />
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This DIY is simple. To get started, you will need:<br />
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1. A <a href="https://amzn.to/2WBjHSM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curtain rod</a>. I used a <a href="https://amzn.to/2WBjHSM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lock seam curtain rod</a>. You could use a <a href="https://amzn.to/32DSRgO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">spring tension curtain rod</a> if you want to skip the drilling process. However, screwing in the lock seam one will be more secure, which is what we are more concerned with. I don't want to swipe the curtain open and accidentally put the whole rod down.<br />
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2. <a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0390405/cotton-gauze-white" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fabric</a>. I ordered 7 yards and didn't end up using all of it, although I did use most of it. I went with a cotton gauze fabric because it has a natural crinkle to it and will disguise any wrinkling of the fabric. This is one of the fabrics we used to use for kimonos and we LOVE it! I will say, if you wash this fabric, it will crinkle up even more, which is okay! It may seem scary because it will look like your curtain has shrunk. However, if you iron it out it will go right back to normal. If you don't want to iron at all, wash your fabric first AND order way more than you think you need. That way when you wash it, there will be no surprises.<br />
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3. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZKBCbO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curtain Clips</a><br />
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4. <a href="https://amzn.to/30vm1fl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drill</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/30tibUa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Metal Drillbit</a>, & Screws. Make sure you get screws for the type of wall you have. If you will be drilling into a stud, the screws that come with the curtain rod will work, but if you are going into drywall, get drywall screws. Also, make sure you are using a drill bit big enough for your screws to go through, but not so big that the head of the screw goes through.<br />
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Okay let's get started. The first thing you need to do is use your metal drillbit to drill two holes on each side of the curtain rod. If you are using a tension rod you will skip this step.<br />
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Before you screw the rod into place, you will need to slide your curtain clips on. I'm using 20 of them. Since we are screwing this into place, you won't be able to slide any of them on once the rod is installed.<br />
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Installing the rod is as simple as putting it where you want it to go and putting screws through the holes that you drilled and attaching it to the wall. It was a bit tricky in the nook to get the drill in the right place, but it all worked out.<br />
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I'm using wood screws and they went right into the stud in the corner. You can also see here that I installed the rod a little further out than the wall because I don't want the curtain to rest on the shelves or any item that may be sticking out. I want them to slide back and forth freely.<br />
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Now, since we are using curtain clips, you don't necessarily HAVE to hem the edges of the fabric. You could simply cut it to size and then clip it up. That would be the easiest route possible. However, I want to be able to wash these and move them around without the fabric unraveling over time. So I measured how long I wanted the curtain and hemmed the top and bottom seam. I left the long sides as they are. I also made two curtains. I wanted there to be enough fabric to really cover up the space.<br />
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And they I clipped them up and bam! Everything looks so much neater. We love it. It moves out of the way very easily and closes without fuss. It's exactly what we needed to made this space feel less cluttered.<br />
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If you look at any of our stock tank pool pictures on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/heywanderer/?hl=en" target="_blank"> our Instagram account</a> or our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stocktankpool/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram account dedicated to stock tank pools</a>, you will notice this is the question we get asked the most. Where can I buy a stock tank? And I get it, if you aren't a farmer, or this idea is new to you, you have NO IDEA where they come from. So we figured we'd write a post all about it to help you find one where you live. Because it largely depends on where you live. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://www.stocktankpoolauthority.com/shop?category=Tennessee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IF YOU LIVE IN OR NEAR NASHVILLE, TN: WE NOW HAVE STOCK TANKS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE</a></span></b><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><a href="https://www.stocktankpoolauthority.com/shop?category=New+Jersey" target="_blank">IF YOU LIVE IN THE NORTHEAST: WE ARE COMING WITH A SMALL LOAD OF TANKS THIS FALL. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TO PRE-ORDER</a></span><br /></b></span>
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<img border="0" data-original-height="655" data-original-width="1119" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMmqMwvAyojUiKuUSXCaKUzIB3jXH2mFfzNY_ZxruG2XlVQOWZuHe1VuXn2n9l0Ub8E-KygGZqe6_toSEAXeO-k2FIKhP_UFATLkLocqdh-qzueK8eEpUPxt1WgCMRaoJWiNN5NiUv3A/s1600/Hey+Wanderer+Hunter+Premo+Stock+Tank+Pool+Pink+StripesScreen+Shot+2019-07-02+at+8.55.46+PM.jpg" /></div>The good news is that even though this summer has made stock tanks scarce, there are more places you can get stock tanks. There's even an online company that will ship them to your door. And it used to be nearly impossible to get stock tanks bigger than 8ft anywhere outside of the Midwest, companies like ours are offering bigger tanks in other parts of the country. <br />
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Okay, so what places can you search for a stock tank in?</div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Hastings Dealers</b>: We truly believe that Hastings makes the highest quality tanks. We tried almost all of the brands that are out there and there's are the best hands down. We've had a lot of experience with a lot of different tanks. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.stocktankpoolauthority.com/shop" target="_blank">Stock Tank Pool Authority</a> (that's us)- We have tanks available out of Middle Tennessee and will deliver up to a 100 mile radius. We also are bringing a small load of tanks up to the Northeast this fall 2020. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.stocktankhouse.com/" target="_blank">Stock Tank House</a>- They cover most of Florida and sell 8, 9, and 10ft stock tanks. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.stocktanksofsocal.com/" target="_blank">Stock Tanks of SoCal</a>- They serve the entire state of California and beyond. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can check Hastings website for more dealers <a href="https://www.hastingstank.com/storelocator.php" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Online:</b></div><div><br /></div><div><a href=" Tank And Barrelwww.tankandbarrel.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tank and Barrel</a>- They will ship metal stock tanks up to 7ft to your door. They also sell a variety of plastic stock tanks if that's more your vibe. You might gasp at the shipping charges but it's very challenging and expensive to ship something this large to your door. I've spoken with the owner of this company and he doesn't make a dime off of shipping. He is a logistics whiz, and has this figured out. But that's why Tank and Barrel is the only company that ships to your door- no one wants to do it. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>
<b>Tractor Supply</b><br />
This is probably the most widespread store and where most people get their stock tanks. <br />
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<b>Co-Op</b><br />
This is where we got our stock tank pool and I just discovered today that these stores are only in the south, with most of their locations in Tennessee. But likely you're state has a similar type of store. When our Hastings order comes in this fall, we will be switching over to that tank. <br />
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<b>Rural King</b><br />
They have 110 stores in 13 states - their locations are concentrated in the south and mid east.<br />
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<b>True Value</b><br />
From our internet search we could only find that they sold a 6ft stock tank pool, but maybe that's the size you want. Or maybe yours has an 8ft stock tank. Definitely worth giving them a call if this is your most convenient option.<br />
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<b>Craigslist</b><br />
Maybe you'll luck out and find someone selling these on Craigslist. I will say, be on the lookout for rust and leaks when buying a stock tank. You do not want to start out with those kinds of problems.<br />
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<b>Farm Supply Stores</b><br />
Like the Co-Op mentioned above, each state probably has something similar. If you live in a big city, you're gonna have to do a little thinking. Where are the nearest farming areas to you? Google is your friend- so just look up closest farm supply stores. Also, small enough stores might not even have websites, so don't hesitate to give them a call before you head there.</div><div>
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Because stock tanks are used to provide water for farm animals, you are looking for places that sell that type of equipment. So if you live in a big city, you will have a harder time coming by one of these or you'll have to drive out of town to get one.<br />
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Once you've purchased your stock tank pool watch the video below on how to install one.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://keep%20your%20stock%20tank%20pool%20water%20crystal%20clear%21/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for how to clean your stock tank pool</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://how%20to%20drain%20a%20stock%20tank%20pool%20%28and%20get%20all%20the%20water%20out%29/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for how to drain your stock tank pool</span><br />
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Since everyone has a lot more free time these days, it seems people are taking an interest in crafts and DIY projects. Who can blame them? We noticed that a blog post about tie-dyeing from 2014 was trending on our blog which inspired this round up. We give the people what they want! </div>
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We went through a phase years ago where we dyed and tie-dyed literally everything. We loved it. As the years went on we started using less color in our dye projects and even started a clothing company where we hand-dyed all of our pieces.</div>
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We said goodbye to our clothing business a few years ago and packed up our many, MANY, dye supplies. So we have been surprised to see how dyeing things has come back in style again. Who would've thought?</div>
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1. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2014/07/diy-tie-dye-with-dye-baths.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tie dye with dye baths</a></div>
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2. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2015/07/diy-circular-tie-dye-mini-tapestry.html" target="_blank">Circular Tie-dye</a><br />
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3. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2017/08/diy-two-color-ombre-dye-with-rit.html" target="_blank">Ombre textured dye</a></div>
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4. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2015/10/experiments-in-coffee-dye-ing.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dyeing with coffee</a><br />
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5. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2012/08/craft-fail-and-redemption.html" target="_blank">Bleach Dip dye</a><br />
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6. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2012/11/the-diy-subtle-pattern-tee.html" target="_blank">Subtle pattern dip dye</a><br />
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7. Ombre dip dye (Follow <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2012/11/the-diy-subtle-pattern-tee.html" target="_blank">this tutorial</a> without the glue)</div>
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8. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2012/09/the-diy-permanent-marker-tie-dye.html" target="_blank">Tie-dye look with Sharpies</a><br />
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9. <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2014/08/diy-bleach-tie-dye-technique.html" target="_blank">Bleach tie-dye</a></div>
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What's awesome about several of these DIYs is that you can use stuff you have laying around the house. If you don't have dye, use coffee or use bleach to reverse dye. This is really nice since we can't all just easily run out to the store and get supplies. Since you are stuck at home, you might as well make something! </div>
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I've lived in Nashville for 9 years now and every time I drive back to Texas, I drive through Memphis. But I've never spent any time there! And it's been over 10 years since Casey last visited. That is, until this week. We didn't have any expectations and had a fun couple of days running around exploring the city. Let's talk about the things worth checking out!<br />
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<b><i>WHERE TO STAY</i></b><br />
First off, where should you stay? <a href="https://arriveho.tel/heywanderer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ARRIVE Memphis</a>, hands down. We loved our time at this beautiful hotel! There was definitely a vibe going on. We arrived on a rainy day, but felt so cozy in the room. Every little detail was thought about when this hotel was created.</div>
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I mean, can't you see what I'm talking about?<br />
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If you decide you'd like to experience this cute place while in Memphis, you can get $50 off a 2 night stay by <a href="https://arriveho.tel/heywanderer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">booking through our link here</a>!<br />
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And besides the room, the lobby/bar area is impeccably decorated. In this space they have a coffee/cafe called Hustle and Dough and a bar called Bar Hustle. I had some delicious bread and pastries and of course, Casey had her coffee both days we were there. So definitely don't skip out on these places!<br />
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<b><i>WHAT TO DO</i></b><br />
<i><a href="https://www.civilrightsmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The National Civil Rights Museum.</a></i> This is joined with the old Lorraine Motel where Martin Luther King Jr was shot and I highly recommend visiting here. Yes, the subject is heavy but the information is displayed in a way that truly honors the Civil Rights movement. You don't leave feeling sad for Martin. You leave feeling inspired. He was one man who walked in the will of God and left a legacy we can all aspire to. Some of the information is hard to take in because horrible things happened, but they did happen. It is crucial to be knowledgable of our nation's past and see its effects so that we can learn from our mistakes. MLK Jr's story and the Civil Rights movement are important. We learned so much from our visit here and I highly recommend stopping by if you are in Memphis.</div>
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This is the exact place where MLK Jr. was shot. Right behind the wreath.<br />
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<i><a href="https://www.broadavearts.com/shops-and-services" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Broad Avenue Arts District.</a> </i>We went to this area to eat some breakfast on our way out so we made sure to check out the area. There are also some fun murals on buildings.<br />
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We stopped in at Arrow Creative and Falling Into Place, both cute places for gifts and little Memphis memorabilia.<br />
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<b><i>WHERE TO EAT</i></b><br />
I know this must be what you've really been waiting for. On this trip we talked about how really when you travel to other cities, you really want to eat a bunch of good food. We did not make it to a BBQ restaurant as it was hard to find a place that accommodated celiacs. However, we found plenty more great things!<br />
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First off, dios mio, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/longshotmemphis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Longshot</a>. It's a bar that has way above average food and lots of shuffleboard. We even tried our hand at the game, but it didn't last long. We weren't that great, but it was fun to try it out. They make their own sausages (we got one without bread) and have tons of sharable options. We got queso and onion dip and nothing disappointed. Oh and we both got a specialty cocktail- just go here. It's a whole experience worth having.<br />
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<a href="https://bedrockeatsandsweets.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bedrock</a> is a fully gluten-free restaurant, but it's waffle selection makes it great for any person who loves breakfast. They have 20+ varieties of waffles! Casey was in heaven. I went the savory route and got a sausage and gravy waffle, while Casey followed her sweet tooth to a creme brulee waffle. She brought home a sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit that was as big as your head. Fully worth it even if you aren't a celiac.<br />
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The Liquor Store. This place had a great basic breakfast, but let's be honest, we came for the decor!<br />
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This was a fun little trip and we can now say that we recommend Memphis as a place to visit. Especially if you live nearby! We love taking little trips that are in driving distance from Nashville and this is the perfect place for that. If you decided to check it out, don't forget that you can get $50 off 2 nights at ARRIVE Memphis if you <a href="https://arriveho.tel/heywanderer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">book through our link</a>. Happy travels!</div>
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We spent the past few days in a cute little cabin. The purpose was to chill. That's it. We needed a change of scenery and a space to not worry about literally anything. It was glorious. When we left, I couldn't help but think that not only should people go stay in the cabin we stayed in, but also that we all need more trips/time like this.<br />
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For this trip, we weren't looking at one particular area. We just knew we wanted to go outside of Nashville, possibly be able to hike nearby, and we wanted that cozy cabin feeling. Isn't that you want in the dead of winter? Coziness? Well we found TONS of great spots. And we figured since we did the research, we might as well share them with you! So when you need a cozy place to embrace those winter blues, these 10 spots will surely do the trick.<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/5560680?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0&source_impression_id=p3_1579796393_wYGlzqI1NWjLLswm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Honeymoon Cabin</a><br />
2. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/11074483?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen To Nature At Secluded Cabin</a><br />
3. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32265723?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0&source_impression_id=p3_1579799516_U2WVZJSQx3l%2Bcg%2Fk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sulfur Ridge- Tennessee's First Luxury Treehouse</a><br />
4. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/6247676?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dreamy Tiny House Cottage</a><br />
5. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/21264375?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Nest</a><br />
6. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/16359106?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Serenity House</a><br />
7. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13445781?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cozy Retreat + Wood Fire Pizza Oven</a><br />
8. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25515478?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Barn At Flat Ridge Farm</a><br />
9. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29919686?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Treehouse Mountain Retreat</a><br />
10. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/27398627?wl_source=list&wl_id=715825037&role=wishlist_owner&adults=1&children=0&infants=0&source_impression_id=p3_1579795194_C8jrPgqyyEbZvhK8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creekside Cabin At Shady Grove Farm</a><br />
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If you book a stay at Creekside Cabin like we did, you will have plenty of nature-y things to do! We went on a hike at Frozen Head State Park. It was literally FROZEN. When we headed out on our hike it was in the low 20s. We were a bit cold, but it was still beautiful. We hiked to the falls via the Panther Branch Trailhead and then Emory Gap Trail. The falls were still flowing but there were massive icicles and ice creations everywhere along the water. It was awesome to see the falls in this state.<br />
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We also went to the Lily Bluff Overlook which was beautiful even though it's the dead of winter. We were the ONLY people there. The color of the water is almost unreal!<br />
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Another benefit of Airbnb is that you can find houses that allow your dogs to come with you! That is always a plus for us when we are traveling in driving distance. Just put on the "pets allowed filter" when searching.<br />
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And for the rest of our trip, we just hung out and read, watched a couple movies, cuddled with the dogs, and ate food that we cooked. It was calm and just what we needed. If you are looking for a trip like this, I hope this post helps! We have included listings at all prices in many different areas. <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/c/jcrew10" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Don't forget to sign up through our link to get $55 off your first stay with Airbnb!</a> Happy travels!Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-10913291543664838092020-01-09T18:14:00.000-06:002020-01-09T19:13:58.793-06:00DIY Simple Bathroom Towel Caddy & Shelf<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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We have a problem. Well, a few problems. 1- Our bathroom is TEE tiny. 2- Everything we use on a daily basis sits on our tiny sink and it all falls into the sink. And it looks messy. And 3- Washcloths don't have a place and they end up on the floor. So I finally decided to do something about all these problems. Custom shelves!</div>
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For this project I am using 1x6 fence panels. You can use wood with a smaller width if you need to.</div>
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Wood Cuts To Make:<br />
- 4 pieces of 10"x1"x6"<br />
- 4 pieces of 26"x1"x6"<br />
- 3 pieces of 14.5"x1"x3"<br />
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- 1 1/2 inch screws<br />
- drill<br />
- Hammer<br />
- Finishing Nails<br />
- Sander and/or Sand Paper<br />
- Paint<br />
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To start, start the screws in each of the four corners on the long pieces. This makes it easier to put the shelf together by yourself.<br />
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Then, line up the long piece with the end of a short piece and screw the nails in to secure.<br />
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Repeat on all four corners and both long pieces until you have a rectangular shape.<br />
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Place one of the 1"x3" pieces inside the shelf and move it to the very top. Secure with screws from the outside pieces and the top piece. This will be the piece you use to hang the shelves.<br />
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Take one of the long pieces and place it on the front bottom of one of the shelves. This will create a deep caddy to hold things like dirty hand towels and wash cloth.<br />
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On the other shelf, place one of the 1"x3" pieces below the other, but flip it so it is "standing" up. This will create a little shelf for smaller things like contact cases, glasses, retainers, etc... Again, secure with screws from the outside.<br />
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Sand all edges and sides before painting.<br />
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The paint will make everything look amazing!<br />
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I even went as far as caulking the creases to make it look even nicer.<br />
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To hang, drill two holes through through the inside piece where there are studs on your wall. If you can't find the studs, or they aren't in a place where the shelf overlaps, you can use dry wall screws. I attached one side of the shelf to the wall, placed a level on top and made sure the entire thing was level, and then screwed in the other screw.<br />
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<br />Hey Wandererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09668312567628804348noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13466209103438745.post-47382715935522132852019-11-28T18:00:00.000-06:002019-11-28T18:00:00.290-06:0011 Christmas Decor DIYsY'all, we love DIYs. I think you probably know that by now. Because of this, we have made a whole bunch of Christmas DIYs over the years, and we aren't stopping now! But before we get carried away with more projects this year, I wanted to share some of our old favorites with you! These are all great and range from really simple to pretty complicated.<br />
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We love decorating a table for any occasion. And you know what? It's really easy because we have a stash of a few things that work for basically anything. Let's talk about the few elements that you need to set up a cute table on the fly. And then keep scrolling to see 5 Fall Inspired table scapes using these same pieces.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">And since Thanksgiving is tomorrow, go ahead and check out our last post where we talk about <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2019/11/5-boho-christmas-decorations-you-need.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>5 Christmas decorations you need year after year</b></a>.</span><br />
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For this could use things like greenery, flowers, or even whole foods like pumpkins. You can even head out into your yard and cut things like branches and herbs to create a dreamy centerpiece. Any combination of these bring life to the table!</div>
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There are so many options in each of these sections, but picking pieces that are more neutral will always allow you to create something that goes together any time you need it. Now let's get to the fun stuff- the inspiration! Check out these 5 table scapes we've done for past Thanksgivings and Fall dinners below.</div>
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1. <u style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Colorful Boho.</u> <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2016/11/hosting-thanksgiving-in-backyard.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our blog post here to see more!</a><br />
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2. <b><i><u>Live Table Runner.</u></i></b> <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2017/11/live-floral-table-runner-holiday.html" target="_blank">Check out more about this table scape here.</a><br />
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3. <b><i><u>Fall Tablescape without Pumpkins.</u></i></b> <a href="https://www.heywandererblog.com/2017/10/a-fall-tablescape-without-pumpkins.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out more about this table scape here.</a><br />
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4. <b><i><u>Pumpkins + Candlesticks.</u></i></b> This is one of our simplest table scapes, but it works wonders. Little pumpkins can last for a while and you can move them around as needed. Also this black candlestick holder sits on our fireplace sometimes. Double duty. Check out more details of this table scape below.<br />
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5. <b><i><u>Minimal Boho.</u></i></b> This table runner work for so many different themes. This one is simple and easy. We just used pumpkins we already had in the house and then added some Fall colored flowers. See more details below.<br />
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