The textile industry is the number two polluter of watersheds worldwide. Chemicals used in the washing, dyeing, and coating of fabrics, not to mention manmade fabrics themselves are hormone ... Read More about Changing the way we clothe ourselves: 7 steps to a kinder, healthier wardrobe
2011 was an exciting adventure at Joybilee Farm. Change abounded. Sarah, our youngest homeschool student graduated from High-school and started university, at home, online. This freed my time to ... Read More about The 11 Top inspirational Joybilee Farm articles for 2011
It was a dark and snowy night and we were afraid and feeling a little lost. Robin had a week off from his job teaching at the university that Christmas, 10 years ago. It was snowing a lot -- but not ... Read More about Miracles along the road — It was a dark and snowy night
So you have an old sweater or thrift store find that you've put through the washing machine to felt. Or you've knit an oversized wool hat or slippers and put it (them) through the washing machine to ... Read More about How to turn a piece of felt into a work of art Part 1 — finding inspiration
DIY beeswax candles make great holiday gifts and are a great source of clean, clear, and bright light for your home. Candles are always a favorite for setting ambiance, and these tapers will look good ... Read More about DIY Beeswax Candles – The Secret to Perfect Tapers
How to Make Your Own Candle Wicks How to make candle wicks from spinning linen or linen yarn and how to make your wicks so the wax won't drown them. This time of year every culture's ... Read More about How to Make Candle Wicks
