Homemade Christmas gifts are always a great idea. Don't you love the thought and preparation that goes into the homemade gifts you receive? Homemade gifts may take a little more time, but the recipient's reaction is always worth the extra trouble. Here are some great ideas for DIY rustic Christmas gifts to start now. DIY…
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Smoking Out The Benefits Of Keeping Bees
At Pickled Barrel we appreciate all things rustic--and that includes the recent fascination with beekeeping. But is it as amazing as its fans claim? We decided to smoke out the benefits of keeping bees so you can judge for yourself if it's something you want to pursue at home. Benefits Of Keeping Bees If you…
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Easy Crafts Using Barn Wood {That Anyone Can Do!}
Not only do people love barn wood for its natural weathered beauty, but also the story and history behind it. You don't have to cover an entire wall in barn wood--if you've got only a little bit to do something with, I have some easy crafts using barn wood to show you. You don't have…
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How To Throw A Halloween Party In A Barn
A barn is one of the most amazing places for a Halloween party! If you've never thought of doing it before, you're about to see why you should. Plus, I'm going to show you how to pull it off. Here are some amazing ideas to show you how to throw a Halloween party in a…
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Rustic Yard Decor You Really Need
Yard decor with rustic charm is just the thing for a home in the country--or even in the city! If you've got a yard to decorate, whether it's big or small, I've got some examples of rustic yard decor you really need to dress up your yard. What Is Rustic Yard Decor? Rustic yard decor…
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Why Raising Backyard Chickens Is So Popular
Today at Pickled Barrel, we're looking at the reasons why raising backyard chickens is so popular. Raising backyard chickens fits in perfectly with living a rustic lifestyle, so what better place to talk about it than here? If you possess the traits of someone who lives a rustic lifestyle, you would love raising backyard chickens!…
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Rustic Fall DIY Wreaths For Your Mantel
It's no secret that we love all things rustic here at Pickled Barrel, so of course that means fall just might be our favorite season. Today we have a look at some fabulously rustic fall DIY wreaths for your mantel. Sometimes all you need is the right inspiration to take a project and turn it…
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DIY Rustic Tables For Any Room In Your Home
If you want a rustic table for any room in your home, you don't have to go to the nearest furniture store to find it. And really, the store may or may not have exactly what you have in mind. Why not embrace the DIY aspect of a rustic lifestyle by making a rustic table…
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Creating Color: Natural Dyes Made From Plants
Have you ever looked at an assortment of natural dyes and been amazed at all the beautiful colors? There is just something so mesmerizing about them! One of the really interesting parts of a rustic life is learning to use your own natural dyes made from plants. And some of the best sources for natural…
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How To Jam Making Jam Into Your Schedule {A Recipe You’ve Got Time For!}
Making jam is one of the best things to include in a rustic life--or any life for that matter! What better and easier way to enjoy the fruits of your labors, than to savor the deliciousness of homemade jam on your morning toast? Don't think that you have to spend hours cooking jam if you…
