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Ken H

Orlando, FL
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I am professionally trained in Architecture and Environmental Design as well as Botany - I studied at Kent State University in Ohio. I currently live in Orlando, Florida and work with the design and construction industry helping them implement computer aided design software into their businesses. I enjoy the arts, organic gardening, cooking and entertaining.

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Besides my personal space and it's landscaping, I enjoy being in an eco-friendly environment that 'speaks' who and what I am, is visually and spiritually interesting as well as inviting. I love to be influenced and surrounded by the basic elements of life; air, water, fire, etc.


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  • Rocks used as accent with drift roses and white bird
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New Pictures! 5-19-13

Garden Rebel / Sims Landscaping, Co.
Garden Rebel / Sims Lands... Orlando, FL
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  • 1. Gently wash the leaves, removing any garden debris.
  • 2. Lay out the leaves, sandwiching them between dry paper towels. Place them in the microwave.
  • 3. Microwave at 30 second intervals or until leaves are dry and crispy. Our usual drying time is 1 minute.

The Fastest Way To Dry Herbs

We want to make the most of every herb we grow this year. We also want to store some for later use. And we want to do it quickly. For small batches, the most convenient drying method we ...»
have found is...the microwave!

No thyme to wait for herbs to dangle about drying? Or maybe you live in a humid climate like we do? Try these simple steps to quickly preserve every last leaf in your herb garden.

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The Garden Stamp
The Garden Stamp Frederick, MD
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  • A quick look at the table! My friends at Behr Paint suggested I use a soft turquoise called Opal Silk...turned out to be my new favorite color!
Have a great day my friends xo 2
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White Washing & Distressing Porch Floor!

All Things Heart and Home
All Things Heart and Home Marietta, GA
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  • Do you want to have gorgeous, low-maintenance flower beds?
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How to Have Beautiful Plants ALL Summer Long ... Even When You're Away

Susan @ My Place to Yours
Susan @ My Place to Yours Jefferson City, TN
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    Clipped on May 14, 2013 to Garden
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  • Borax is a natural laundry booster because of it's unique ability to clean, by converting some water molecules to hydrogen peroxide.
  • The high alkalinity of washing soda helps it act as a solvent to remove a range of stains.  Also adding Fels-Naphta helps eliminate residual stains. It works as a stain remover, for tough stains
  • Download this free printable to make your laundry detergent into cute gifts or just look cute in your laundry room! 1

Homemade laundry detergent and why it works so well

Homemade laundry detergent is all the rage these days but do you ever wonder if it really works? I love the idea of homemade laundry detergent, that costs a fraction of the price but I ...»
want to know that my clothes are actually getting clean, before I jump on the bandwagon!

The 4 basic ingredients of homemade laundry detergent are Borax, Arm & Hammer Washing Soda, Arm & Hammer Baking Soda and Fels-Naptha bar soap. I also added Oxi Clean and doTERRA Wild Orange essential oil, to give it a little extra cleaning power, and a delicious citrus scent. Check out my full post to see how/why each of the ingredients work to create the best, most effective laundry detergent. Click here: http://askannamoseley.com/2013/05/the-best-h...

Edit: This detergent can be used in a front loading washing machine, there are instructions if you click on the link above. It is also safe to use if you have a septic system, I researched all of the individual ingredients and they are all safe to use. My sister has been using this for years on her septic system and she has never had any problems.

#diy #homemadecleaner #laundrydetergent #budgetfriendly

10 Minutes 15 Easy
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Anna M Redding, CA
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  • Take your light and check it out closely as some are different. 1
  • By the bulb you should see some small screws
  • Remove the screws and SLOWLY pull the pieces apart. You will then see a normal, everyday, single AA battery. Yep, that is what gets charged by the sun during the day so that it glows at night! 2
  • Change the battery out with a new one and...Let there be light! 2
  • Now, if you have a different type of light, say like this one from WalMart, with the globe on top, it gets even easier to replace the battery.
  • Kathe With An E~DIY Fix Your Solar Lights
Simply pull the stake out and you will see this on the globe end.
  • One single screw. Leave the three screws by the bulb alone.
  • And there is your battery. Change it out, put the screw back in and you are done!
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DIY Fix for Spring

Got solar lights that aren't working? Luckily, I know how to fix them right up! And, I am going to share my tip with you!Cuz, well, we're friends and all and that's what friends do, right?...

Kathe With An E (Kathe)
Kathe With An E (Kathe) Aurora, CO
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  • Supplies:  Cleaning solution:  1/2 water, 1/2 vinegar, 4 drops of dish liquid, a clean white cloth, and newspaper. 2
  • Spray down windows with solution and clean with cloth.
  • Rub down with newspaper to get rid of streaks!
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No Streak Window Cleaner

I really don't like cleaning windows at all, so I decided to throw out my window cleaner and made my own! This method is guaranteed to leave your windows clean and streak free!!!
Mom4Real
Mom4Real Lexington, KY
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    Clipped on Apr 27, 2013 to Around the House
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  • Making your own bread may be daunting, but it's really quite easy.  One recipe we use makes two loaves.
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Stretching Your Grocery Budget

Noting Grace
Noting Grace Henderson, NV
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    Clipped on Apr 24, 2013 to Kitchen
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  • A balanced mix of Perennials and Annuals combine to make a unique "show stopper" design. 7
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Up cycled Tire Planter

Tamara Jansen
Tamara Jansen Canada
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    When growing up, we had a tire planter - but the tire was just turned inside out, trimmed, and ...»
    had a clay saucer for the "bottom" inside the planter. It was clever way to cover the septic tank lid!

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  • A pair of home made Chandeliers make a dramatic statement in a big space.
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Swarovski Style Chandelier DIY

Tamara Jansen
Tamara Jansen Canada
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