Amie Plumley and Andria Lisle are two friends who have expanded their love of sewing by teaching it to youngsters. Together, they brought us Sewing School, a fun volume of kid-tested hand-sewing projects that beginning sewers can master with minimal supervision, and the follow-up … Read More

Last month, Storey publicist Matt LaBombard wrote about making a holiday meal everyone can enjoy. This month, Dishing Up® Washington author and food writer Jess Thomson offers her own delicious remedy for the panic cooks experience when faced with diners’ … Read More

Bob Bennett, author of books such as Storey’s Guide to Raising Rabbits and Rabbit Housing, makes a compelling case for rabbit raisers to introduce their animals to the broader public. That means taking them out of the show and backyard, highlighting … Read More

Spike Carlsen has been involved in the world of wood and woodworking for over thirty years. He ran his own construction and remodeling company, was an executive editor at The Family Handyman, and currently writes “The Great American Woodworker” for American … Read More

When we asked Dishing Up® Virginia author Patrick Evans-Hylton whether he’d introduce us to a favorite holiday treat for our December newsletter, he did more than just select a recipe — he wrote a lovely tribute to the things that make this … Read More

As the year draws to a close, regular blog contributor Heather Smith Thomas reflects on the inevitabilities of ranch life, and celebrates the animals whose presence has loomed large for Heather and her family in Idaho over the decades.

Horses often become … Read More

As 2013 dwindles to mere weeks and we contemplate the year to come, we’re wondering: if there’s one thing you could learn to do for fun in 2014, one hobby you could acquire, what would it be? Something you’ve never attempted but always longed to … Read More

One of the joys of Thanksgiving is, of course, the leftovers. In addition to pie for breakfast, one of my own favorite day-after traditions is turkey soup. I have memories of sitting at the kitchen table late into the day, watching my father … Read More

Have you already ordered your Thanksgiving bird? If not, consider Amy Cotler's sound reasons for going the farm-fresh route. Not sure where to find turkey-raisers in your area? Local Harvest offers this handy search tool for local farms committed to small-scale … Read More

While November is undoubtedly the season of turkey, many holiday meals involve pigs as well, whether you enjoy bacon at brunch or a Christmas ham. If you’re a regular consumer of news, you’ll be hard-pressed to go a week without hearing a story … Read More