Indiana Christmas Tree Farms

Indiana Christmas Tree Farms

Find a fresh tree for the holiday season at one of Indiana’s family-owned Christmas tree farms.

A Latte With Ott, A. [Blog Spotlight]

Ott’s blog, A Latte with Ott, A., features posts about baking and canning, what she’s growing in her garden, decorating, traveling Indiana in search of breaded tenderloins and her latest fashion finds.

Fireplace Safety Tips

Fireplace Safety Tips

When Jack Frost nips at your nose, it is great to curl up in front of a glowing fireplace. But remember, fireplaces account for nearly half of residential home fires.

Christmas Tree and Plant Care During the Holidays

Christmas wreath with real evergreen

Remember to pay special attention to the fresh tree or plants in your home because the low humidity inside will dry them out.

Top 8 Trees to Take Home for the Holidays

Top trees for the holidays

These are the best types of Christmas trees to take home for the holidays.

Storing Vegetables (and Fruits, Too)

Canned tomatoes, canned peppers

Even if you don’t have a farmhouse, you can still consider saving some of summer’s bounty for cold winter days just like Grandmother did.

Four Tips on Grilling and Equipment

Grilled kabobs meat and vegetable

Follow these tips when grilling outdoors or choosing grilling equipment such as skewers, baskets and woks.

Why Do Renters Need Insurance?

If you rent an apartment or house, your apartment complex’s or landlord’s insurance probably only covers the building where you live – not your belongings.

Healthy Holiday Gift Idea: Around the World Seasonings

Shopping for food-lovers this holiday season? Give an assortment of herbs, spices and seasonings used in ethnic cuisines around the world.

Prints Make Great Gift for FFA Members or Alumni

FFA Nostalgic Prints

Looking for the perfect gift for a past (or present) FFA member? These museum-quality reproductions of original FFA calendar art are sure to bring back memories.

Holiday Safety Begins at Home

Christmas Lights Safety Tips

Tips for electrical safety during the holidays.

Indoor Plant Care in 3 Simple Tips

Please remove dead leave and make these plants look great

Successful care of houseplants can be tricky. To ensure your indoor plants survive to see the next season, follow these simple tips.

Farmer’s Almanac for Kids Filled With Jokes, Activities and More

The Old Farmer’s Almanac isn’t just for adults anymore.

Houseplants Beat the Winter Blues

Indoor houseplants

Healthy houseplants help improve moods and cure depression.

Protect Your Family and Your Mortgage

Ask yourself these questions to determine whether or not your family and home will be protected in case of emergency.

Get the Facts on Firewood

Firewood

Softwood or hardwood? Maple or pine? According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, the type of firewood isn’t nearly as important as its age. It needs to be dry – very dry.

How To Preserve Fresh Flowers

How to dry, preserve fresh flowers

Three easy ways to dry and preserve fresh flowers: air-drying, pressing and framing, and microwaving flowers. (Yes, you read that correctly.)

DIY Clinics Held by Lowe’s and Home Depot

Home Depot DIY Clinics

Want to install a ceiling fan? How about adding a new backsplash in the kitchen?