Appalachia

Blackberry Winter in Appalachia

You’ve likely never heard of Blackberry Winter, so I thought I would share a bit of weather lore…

Old-Fashioned Gardening Tips from our Grandparents

15 Old-Fashioned Garden Tips from Our Grandparents

Although I was trained as a biologist, and I am truly a bit of a science nerd, I…

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Hi, I'm Melissa, the recipe creator, maker, and gardener behind My Homemade Roots. Here I share my best homemade recipes, plus ideas for the garden, home projects, and tips for simple, frugal living. So welcome, and I invite you to grab a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet tea and join me.