It’s a show-and-tell kind of day. Warm weather has brought auctions, junkin’, and to-do projects. Read on for a glimpse of what I’ve been up to.
In years gone by, women carried a cotton handkerchief in their purse. To beautify these snot rags, colorful prints, lace, or embroidery embellished them. Why would anyone want to buy these old, faded, squares of cloth today? Because there are so many things one can make or do with them! I purchased a box full of hankies at an auction recently, and turned them into spring bunting valances for my kitchen.
I simply folded them diagonal to make a triangle. Then tied the ends together, and hung above my patio doors and sink window. This was a quick and simple way to brighten my kitchen.
My next project took me outside. My compost pile has just been in an open spot by the vegetable garden. It was easy to dump and turn. On the other hand, it was an eye sore, and the dog liked to dig through it. I upgraded to a pallet compost center. My double composter is made of 5 pallets wired together.
This is no longer the eye sore it once was. By dividing it in half, I can keep two piles of compost cooking separately. I also found a scrap of woven wire fence the perfect size to use as a gate for the section I’m feeding. This will keep the dog out while still easily accessible for dumping, turning, and loading out the compost.
These piles of compost, wood chips, and bamboo mulch are ready to distribute in the landscape.
As you can see I have pile of bamboo plus a lot yet to cut.
I might add another section to the compost center for the new bamboo mulch. After it is cut I run it through the chipper/shredder, then it is ready to use. This mulch does not break down quickly, so I like to use it around trees and shrubs.
We don’t have to be a throw away society. Recycle and upcycle for good stewardship.
What projects have you been working on? Feel free to show and tell in the comments!
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