Author Archives: Earthy Homemaker

It feels more like Autumn now that October has begun. A mellow atmosphere in the air and hints of colour in the leaves. Time to think ahead in the garden for winter food and hardy flowers. For us, the last days of September were sunny and warm. The garden was full of bees and butterflies.Continue reading “Autumn Pleasures and Quick Food”

Halfway through September and the mood has changed in the garden. Leaves litter the paths and sunny spells are followed by damp mornings. A sense of winding down pervades the air. The asters are putting on their early autumn show. Their lovely shades of colour, from softest lilac to deep purple, make them some ofContinue reading “Seasonal Changes and Preserving Tips.”

September already. A mellow month full of fruity scents and a feeling of change in the air. The aroma of apples is wonderful when they’re gathered in the shed. The perfume is heady as you open the door and the delicious smell fills your nose. I’ve already used windfalls in my apple and cinnamon squaresContinue reading “Fruity Harvest and Fruit Cake”

Almost the end of August. Making the most of the last Summer days and the benefits of the season. The rudbeckias are glowing, fuchsias are gracefully showing their frilly petals, the asters are beginning to open their lovely daisy flowers and the veronicas have pretty spikes of pink and mauve. It’s good to see theContinue reading “Garden Finds, Sewing Treasures and Lovely Boxes”

Hello everyone. August is galloping by. Won’t be long until the “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness” begins. As you can see from my apples I already have some mellow fruitfulness. These aren’t very sweet apples but I shall cook them in various ways. My green cooking apples are falling in the wind and willContinue reading “Flowers, Fruit and Chutney”

I’m taking a break from my blog this week. Hope to be with you again soon.

Whatever happened to our English Summer? I don’t mind some rain but desperate now for a bit more sunshine. Most of the flowers seem to be thriving though. This time last year the phlox had brown crispy leaves but now they’re green and healthy. The cosmos have grown to an enormous height and their lovelyContinue reading “Cheese Scones and Vintage Knitting Books”

August about to begin! How the Summer is flying by but still so much to enjoy. Lovely flowers and delicious food from the garden and warm days when the weather permits. Here’s a selection of pretty things to see in my garden right now. I love the little surprises which turn up in a garden,Continue reading “Garden Goodies and Wooden Spoons”

Although it’s been wet and dull at least the garden doesn’t need watering. Thankful for small mercies! Just the polytunnels and greenhouse need regular sprinkling and the plants don’t seem to mind the grey skies. Lots of lovely food growing in the tunnels. Whenever a crop is finished I replace it with fresh seeds ofContinue reading “Summer Bounty”

So much rain! Huge drops splashing on the paving. The flowers drooping their soaking petals. The pond almost overflowing as the clouds burst overhead. I did want some but not every day. Glimpses of the sun are more than welcome and it’s a treat when I can venture out into the garden. Between showers IContinue reading “Gooseberry Pudding and Winter Squashes”