126 episodes

Exploring and restoring rural American culture. A history of the things we used to do and a practical discussion of how (and why!) to do them again.

Vintage Americana Holly Stockley

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Exploring and restoring rural American culture. A history of the things we used to do and a practical discussion of how (and why!) to do them again.

    Ep. 126 - Crafting Retreats and Workshops

    Ep. 126 - Crafting Retreats and Workshops

    Let's talk about why (and how!) to go to a craft retreat

    Some to check out:

    Ohio Quilt Retreat Center

    Knitting Traditions Retreats

    The Inn At East Hill Farm Cross Stitch Retreats

    Christmas in Williamsburg

    Retreats Co. - Quilting and Knitting Retreats

    This is just a small sampling of the events that happen every year.

    • 25 min
    Ep. 125 - Passing the Torch

    Ep. 125 - Passing the Torch

    Today, let's talk about how to pass on those skills you've sent so much time acquiring.

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    • 25 min
    EP. 124 - Crafting Cozy: Make and Forage Autumn Decor

    EP. 124 - Crafting Cozy: Make and Forage Autumn Decor

    Using your craft skills and found things to decorate for cooler weather

    Pinecone and Acorn Wreath

    Knit Pumpkins

    Waxed Leaf Fall Garland

    Acorn Quilted Table Runner Pattern

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    • 25 min
    Ep. 123 - Craftsmanship and Closing the Loop

    Ep. 123 - Craftsmanship and Closing the Loop

    Why Craftsmanship involves attention to tools and materials.

    Absolute History, on Youtube, has all the episodes of Victorian Farm, Edwardian Farm, and the other shows.

    Alexander Langlands' Craeft

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    • 26 min
    Ep. 122 - Plain and Fancy Needlework

    Ep. 122 - Plain and Fancy Needlework

    Let's talk about the difference, and why both are important.

    For learning to sew, Gertie is still an excellent resource

    And for heirloom sewing, Martha Pullen is still the queen

    Inspirations magazine

    The Embroiderer's Guild of America

    American Quilter's Society

    The Internet Archive

    • 27 min
    Ep. 121 - Last Drops of Golden Summer

    Ep. 121 - Last Drops of Golden Summer

    Small batch thinking to use up the last of the garden's glory.

    Vanilla Strawberry Shrub

    Making Fruit Vinegar

    Fruit Kvass Blueberry Syrup (with canning instructions)

    Green Tomato Mincemeat

    Cherry Conserves

    "Fix the Pumps" book

    "River Cottage Preserves Handbook"

    Some tips on the jellying point

    Fermented Berries

    • 24 min

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