U of F announces new disaster website
GAINESVILLE. — The ongoing impacts of Hurricane Florence are a reminder to make sure you are ready for potential hurricanes and other natural disasters. Floridians [Read More]
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Brighten interior with pretty flowers
Q. I like having cut flowers in my home. What are some perennials I can plant that will provide me with long flower stems for cutting? A. A few perennials that will [Read More]
Silks, brocades of 18th century
Fashions through the ages were full of silk and brocade.There were several styles of dress for women during the 18th century. The first was the “mantua,” a gown that [Read More]
Incensed Professor: The Soft Sciences
Professor C. S. Lewis indicated we no longer burn witches because we no longer believe they can harm us. The corollary must be that we believe wholeheartedly in science [Read More]
Lightly trim plumbago after bloom gone
Q. After the flowers die on my plumbago, these sticky things form that I guess are seed pods. Is it advisable to cut them off? A. It is a good idea to lightly cut the [Read More]
Hints on how to sew activewear
Sewing activewear isn’t as easy as it looks unless you know what you are doing. It doesn’t have to be hard, but you need to know a few things. I see lots of people [Read More]
Hard to beat Japanese metal work
In considering the magnificent oeuvre of Peter Carl Fabergé, I may have given the impression that his creations are my favorite goldsmith’s work. In Western Art, that [Read More]
Why isn’t Blazing Star blooming?
Q: This spring I bought a Liatrus or Blazing Star. It was in a two gallon pot. It has not bloomed and no new growth has occurred. What can I do for the plant? A: [Read More]
Fabric prep for cotton and linen
A few weeks ago I wrote about cotton and linen but I would be remiss if I didn’t write about the fabric preparation. Fortunately, most cottons and linens do not require [Read More]
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