Monthly Archives: September 2010

The Great Potato Seed Experiment

Posted on September 6, 2010 by Michelle Zeiger

We have always battled potato scab. Some years I have had better luck than others. I read online that if you grow your potatoes from seed, rather than last year’s tuber, they will not pass on diseases. In addition, if … Continue reading →

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Sewing Machine “Re-tread”

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Michelle Zeiger

Recently we bought a Singer model #66 treadle sewing machine manufactured in 1918 and a treadle from a lovely lady in town. After buying the machine she served us lemonade in her garden and we chatted for quite a while. … Continue reading →

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