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Note: As of 2017, The New Homemaker is an archive. The articles on the site are all original to TNH.

Lavender Wands

When we were planning our new backyard several years ago, the designer said, "So I hear you want lavender. How many plants?" I told her, when you think you have too many, add five more and you'll have made a good start.

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Why You Need Molasses in Your Pantry
The sweetener that brings the flavor
Decorating Clay Pots
The ivy pot has "Tell me why the ivy twines" written in Sharpie pen, with freehand leaves; the sage pot was rubber-stamped and then touched up; and the little pot was the result of Josie slopping on paint and Mommy brushing it out for her--turned out rather Monet-like!
A project for the whole family
Parenting and Emergencies
Preparing for a happy ending