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Julie Ostmeyer

Farm girl sharing cozy homemade recipes, from homemade vanilla extract and vanilla bean creations to vanilla sugar and freeze dried candy. Find simple recipes, freeze drying tips, and small batch ideas for busy families who love homemade goodness.

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End of Season Garden Tasks: Saving Seeds for a Free Garden Next Year

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Leaf Mold 101: Turn Fall Leaves Into Garden Gold

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Fall Garden Cleanup Checklist: What to Do With Your Garden Beds Before Winter

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Indoor Herb Garden Ideas: Simple Windowsill & Mason Jar Setups for Winter

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How to Make Homemade Vanilla Extract (and Gift It This Christmas)

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Cold Frame Gardening for Beginners: How to Build a DIY Cold Frame and Grow Through Winter