How to Set Up Your Home Composting System
Over the past five years, the state of Vermont has made a strong effort to enforce composting across the state. In 2020, the Vermont State legislature passed the Universal Recycling Law (Act 148), which required residents and businesses to compost food scraps and yard debris. Homeowners now have t
Buzz-Worthy Backyards: How to Attract Pollinators to Upgrade Your Garden
Did you know that 75 percent of Earth’s flowering plants and about 35 percent of the world’s food crops depend on animal pollinators to reproduce? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, “That’s one out of every three bites of food you eat.” Incredibly—and fortunately for us—more than 3,500
Level Up Your Lawn Care with These Tips
It’s officially spring in Vermont, which means that it’s almost time to start mowing the lawn again. Maintaining your landscaping is just as important as maintaining any other part of your home, whether you’re looking to sell or not. Keeping a healthy lawn isn’t just for looks; it also prevents so
Get Your Super Bowl Snacks at These Local Vermont Businesses
You can’t have a Super Bowl party without the snacks. We’re lucky to live in Vermont, where you can find the best of the best when it comes to locally-sourced ingredients. If you’re looking to make the classic appetizers this year, we created a guide on where to find the highest-quality snacks to im
Refreshing Your Home for the New Year
During the holiday season, it can be easy for your home to become cluttered. Between the gift wrapping supplies scattered in your living room and the expired leftovers taking up space in your refrigerator, it’s safe to say your home has probably seen better days. Now that the holiday season is comin
Recent Empty Nester? Here’s How to Repurpose Those Extra Rooms in Your Home
Becoming an empty nester is bittersweet— it can be sad that a family member no longer occupies that space, but it’s also an opportunity to create a new room to enjoy. Whether you need a space for your hobbies to thrive or for your home to become more organized, this is the right moment! We’re giving
How to Design a Beautiful Thanksgiving Table
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we’re here to make it a day your guests will not forget! If you’re the Thanksgiving host in your family or friend group, you know it can take a lot of work to pick the perfect turkey, prep all the sides, and get your home ready for an influx of people. So
Make These Tasty Apple Cider Mimosas This Fall!
Excite your guests with a fall twist on a beloved cocktail! These apple cider mimosas are sure to be a crowd pleaser, especially because they feature local Vermont cider. The cozy flavor of apple cider mixed with the bubbly champagne make the perfect drink for your weekend brunch or Thanksgiving mea
The Perfect Pumpkin Bread for Fall
Looking for a new treat to whip up in your kitchen this fall? This perfectly-spiced pumpkin bread is the perfect way to say hello to fall and indulge in the warm, cozy flavors we all love at this time of year. Whether you’re enjoying a slice with your morning coffee, enjoying it as an afternoon snac