Simple piecrust, spider plants, perfect compost

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, November 9, 2017

We'll to the woods no more,
The laurels are all cut,
The bowers are bare of bay
That once the Muses wore;
The year draws in the day
And soon will evening shut:
The laurels all are cut,
We'll to the woods no more.
–A. E. Housman (1859–1936)
Thursday, November 9, 2017
 313th day of the year


 
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About Spider Plants

 Spider Plants
Spider plants produce a rosette of long, thin, arched foliage that is solid green or variegated with white. These easy-to-grow houseplants look especially nice in a hanging basket and were a favorite in Victorian-era households. Here’s how to grow spider plants in your home!
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Heirloom-Quality Pewter Ornaments
Handcrafted in Vermont from fine pewter. Choose from a large selection of designs.
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Time to Think Compost

 The Perfect Compost Recipe | How to Get Your Compost Heap Cooking!
Compost is the very best food you can give to the plants in your garden. However, making really great compost requires the right mix of ingredients. This video demonstrates how to mix greens and browns with air and moisture to produce good compost.
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Thanksgiving Wreath

 How to Make a Fall Nut Wreath
This autumn, make a natural nut wreath for your front door. Fall is nut season (seen any squirrels?) and you can showcase the bounty with a festive nut wreath. Use any hard-shelled nuts, including acorns from your own backyard!
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Local Farmers' Market Tote

Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket.
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Simple Piecrust Recipe

 Basic Pie Pastry

If you haven’t yet found your favorite pie dough, try this mistake-proof version. For a two-crust pie, make it twice, rather than doubling the recipe.
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Feed Sack-Style Couch Pillows
Couch pillows that look like vintage feed sacks. Choose from many different designs. Perfect for a country-themed or farmhouse home.
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Natural Pet Remedies

 Home Remedies for Pets
Here are some valuable home remedies for dogs and cats that can keep your pet’s tail wagging and save you an unnecessary trip to the vet.
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