Life on a farm isn't all chores. Here are some new projects and hobbies you can tackle on those rainy days, snowy days, and Sundays.
How to Prevent a Haké Brush from Shedding
A common complaint with haké brushes is that they shed prolifically, leaving hairs embedded in the painting. The good news is that the solution is quite simple.
5 Things Every Beginning Acrylic Artist Needs
Getting into acrylic painting doesn't have to break the bank. This shopping list will provide you with an excellent balance of economy and quality.
What is a Barn Quilt?
A barn quilt is a large square design based on a quilt block but painted onto wood and hung up outdoors.
How Acrylic Paints Are Made
Acrylic paints consist of two parts: binder and pigment. This combination is what gives acrylics their unique properties.
Top 10 Skill-Building Resources
Looking for a rainy-day project? How about learning music, making art, or building something for the farm? Try one of our readers' favorites.
Get Ready for August 2016
Even when the afternoons are too hot for outdoor work, you can still make the most of the time with research and planning. Spend some time studying business, marketing, nutrition, animal health, and more. Consider new ways to direct market your beef. Find out how reproduction and animal health are related. Discover 96 horse breeds … Continue reading Get Ready for August 2016
Get Ready for June 2016
June is just around the corner. Take some time to sharpen your knowledge of farming, music, crafts, and history.
5 Homemade Gifts From the Farm
If you enjoy country living, you have an excellent opportunity to make and grow gifts that will touch others. Need some inspiration? Consider these ideas.
General’s Pastel Chalk Pencils
While there are many excellent pastel pencils on the market, the amateur artist will probably appreciate the balance between quality and economy that General's pencils offer.
Homestead on the Range 