Autumn colors and cooler weather inspire creativity in many of us. Tap into the natural resources of your own backyard this fall and put your creative juices to use with these fun, eco-friendly crafts. Pruned wood rounds and pyrography If you find yourself with larger branches … [Read more...] about These eco-friendly crafts use supplies right from your garden
Autumn
Get the most out of autumn with this foliage map
If the pandemic put a pause on your fall travel plans and you're a reader who logs in from somewhere in the US, you’re fortunate enough to belong to a vast country that puts on a spectacular show in the autumn. Perhaps you don’t get to jet off to your dream vacation, but this … [Read more...] about Get the most out of autumn with this foliage map
It’s autumn. Time to enjoy the health benefits of pomegranates
We love eating seasonally at the Optimist Daily. Now that it’s autumn, there’s a special red fruit that is in-season and chock full of antioxidants: pomegranates! Let’s take a dive into the nutritional benefits of pomegranates, shall we? Health benefits of … [Read more...] about It’s autumn. Time to enjoy the health benefits of pomegranates
6 tips to keep your houseplants thriving during the colder months
The summer has passed and you’ve kept your houseplants alive during the hottest months of the year. Bravo! Now we’re entering the darker, colder half of the year, which means you need a new strategy for keeping your lovely houseplants in tip-top shape. With that in mind, here … [Read more...] about 6 tips to keep your houseplants thriving during the colder months
The ultimate guide to preparing your houseplants for autumn
As the summer fades away and autumn takes its place, it’s time to start preparing your houseplants for the change in the climate. Here’s how to keep your houseplants happy as the days get cooler and shorter. The first thing you want to do is bring your plants inside if you’ve … [Read more...] about The ultimate guide to preparing your houseplants for autumn