Archive for The Potting Shed A forum to discuss Crafts, Cooking, Gardening, Countryside, Livestock and Pets    Forum  Welcome Introduce yourself Please introduce yourself and welcome new members here. Getting to know you To break the ice and to get to know each other in here are a few questions. Chat The potting shed The place to talk to friends about your day. Organised events The place for organised events. Organised gift swaps, parties etc. Get on your soapbox! Tell us what you think, have a rant, or debate a subject you feel strongly about. In the garden and countryside Garden and allotment Flowers, vegetables, fruit and all things that grow and bloom. Livestock and pets A place to talk about our pets and kept animals, including equestrian. Going wild Garden and countryside wildlife, countryside events and more. Environmental awareness The place to discuss, debate and comment on environmental issues. At home and in the kitchen Cooking and baking We all love to cook so here's the place to recommend your tried and tested recipes. Preserving and curing In here for preserving and curing...jams, chutneys, pickles, cheese, hams, salamis etc. Beverages and brews Liqueurs, wines, beers, non-alcoholic drinks and anything else we like to drink. The library A space to talk about books. Also a lending section for craft books and equipment. Live a healthier life Ideas for a healthy lifestyle including herbal and alternative remedies. Family life All topics concerning families, including parenting and family relationships. Good Housekeeping Be a domestic god or goddess! Look in here for inspiration on keeping a clean and tidy house, budgeting, diy etc. Be your own boss Are you thinking about or do you already work for yourself? Share your experiences, advice and apprehensions. Frugality In here for money saving tips and strategies The studio and workshop Quilting and sewing In here for sewing and needlework projects. Knitting, weaving and crochet A place to chat about current knitting, weaving and crochet projects. Card, paper and wood Cardmaking, papermaking, woodwork, painting and all things involving paper and wood products. Soapmaking This is the place for soapmaking, lotions, creams and bathtime goodies. Bead art The place to be inspired and talk about beading projects and techniques. All Other Crafts For all crafts that don't fit into the other categories. Countdown to Christmas Start making your christmas presents now, it's never too early to start. The darkroom A gallery to display our photographs and to talk about photography. The workshop Use this section for discussions relating to tools, equipment and machinery. Offcut bin Post topics in here that don't fit in the other studio and workshop sections. Miscellaneous Forum help and practice Information about "how to" on the forum...posting photos, setting up polls, avatars, signatures etc. Also the place to post practice messages, polls etc. Feedback and announcements Make suggestions or comment about our forum here. The boutique Things for swap, sale and wanted. Regular members are welcome to advertise blogs and businesses here.