We all know that the very first Pilgrim Thanksgiving dinner took place outdoors, so naturally it had to be rustic. Why not celebrate the way the holiday started, with a rustic outdoor Thanksgiving dinner? You can really pull it off, all you need are some ideas to inspire you. That's what we have today! Rustic…
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5 Reasons You Should Save Your Tin Cans {Even When Throwing Them Out Is Easier}
Even if throwing them out seems easier, there are 5 great reasons why you should save your tin cans. For us and anyone else who loves including rustic elements in their home and lifestyle, tin cans are naturally rustic. So why not find some fun and creative new uses for them? Let's look at 5…
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DIY Rustic Christmas Gifts To Start Now
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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How To Add Rustic Elements To An Urban Home
So you live in the city out of necessity, but you'd love your home to feel like you live in the country? It is possible to feel like you're living a rustic life, even in the middle of the city. All you need to do is learn how to add rustic elements to an urban…
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Country Living: Fall Picnic Ideas You’ll Fall For
Fall is in the air, and you know what that means! Autumn brings some of the best weather of the year, so that means it's time to plan a fall picnic. Fall picnics are the best way to take advantage of those golden, hazy days. Today I have some fall picnic ideas you'll fall for,…
