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Behold, the morning-glory’s sky-blue cup
Is mine wherewith to drink the nectar up 
That morning spills of silver dew,
And song upon the winds that woo
And sigh their vows
Among the boughs
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–Alexander Posey (1873–1908)

Friday, December 11, 2020
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How to Make a Cranberry Wreath
New! Cranberry Wreath Project

How to Make a Cranberry Wreath
Our gardening editor just made this Cranberry Wreath. A fun project using raw cranberries, this DIY holiday wreath will put you in a festive spirit! See how to make this colorful wreath.

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Plants With Winter Interest

Winter-Flowering Plants for Fragrance, Color and Berries
Does your garden feel drab, dull, and uninteresting in winter? Well, that doesn’t need to be the case. This coming season, plant trees and shrubs which will transform your garden into a winter wonderland of fragrance, color, and visual interest.  Here are our favorite winter-flowering plants.

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What does snow on Christmas night mean for next year's crops?

Find out fun facts about every holiday with the 2021 Engagement Calendar. This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Cheer up each day with wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore!

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Shortbread Cookies
Mouthwatering Shortbread

Shortbread Cookies

A great shortbread cookie has a mouthwateringly buttery taste and a crumbly texture.

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 Whether you’re an avid weather watcher, an organized busy bee, an expert gardener, or a budding astronomer: We’ve got the calendar for you with classic Almanac wit and wisdom! 2021 Calendars make perfect holiday gifts. Order Today!

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Homemade Gifts From the Kitchen
Homemade Foodie Gifts

Homemade Gifts From the Kitchen
Put your hands and handiwork into your gifts. Here are 15 homemade gifts from the kitchen—from easy cranberry-pistacho biscotti to candy cane bark—to flavored gins and vinegars!

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The Almanac is the perfect quiet winter read!

Cuddle up with a mug of tea, a cozy blanket, and The Old Farmer’s Almanac for a winter afternoon! Enjoy a holiday season filled with wit and wisdom from your favorite Old Farmer. The Almanac is guaranteed to tickle your funny bones and fill you with the comfort of tradition!

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5 Tips for Keeping Your Chickens Safe in Winter
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5 Tips for Keeping Your Chickens Safe in Winter
If you keep chickens outside in the winter, it’s important to gear up for cold weather and take steps to protect against predators, keep your hens warm and dry, and maintain your chicken coops. See 5 tips to make sure that you have the same number of hens in April as you did in September.

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What is the snowiest state?
The 2021 Weather Calendar’s “Ask the Old Farmer” section answers all your most interesting weather questions! Popular with weather and nature enthusiasts alike, this calendar offers stunning full-color photographs of a spawning tornado, strange-looking lenticular clouds, beautiful cascades of ice, and much more alongside classic wit and wisdom.
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