Author name: Julie Finn

I'm a writer, crafter, Zombie Preparedness Planner, and homeschooling momma of two kids who will hopefully someday transition into using their genius for good, not the evil machinations and mess-making in which they currently indulge. I'm interested in recycling and nature crafts, food security, STEM education, and the DIY lifestyle, however it's manifested--making myself some underwear out of T-shirts? Done it. Teaching myself guitar? Doing it right now. Visit my blog Craft Knife for a peek at our very weird handmade homeschool life; my etsy shop Pumpkin+Bear for a truly odd number of rainbow-themed beeswax pretties; and my Google + for links to articles about poverty, educational politics, and this famous cat who lives in my neighborhood.

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13 Healthy Halloween Treats for Kids

Eating for Health, Healthy Kids, Vegan / By Julie Finn

Add a little variety to a class party or trick-or-treat night, with healthy Halloween treats that are still homemade, super fun, and SUPER special.

Make your garden even more pollinator-friendly by building a DIY mason bee house. It's easy!

Invite Garden Pollinators with a Mason Bee House

Eat Local, Grow Your Own Food / By Julie Finn

Make your garden even more pollinator-friendly by building a DIY mason bee house. It’s easy!

Growing food can cost a lot, but Gardening on a Shoestring proves that gardening doesn't have to be expensive!

Gardening on a Shoestring Makes Gardening Accessible

Book Reviews, Eat Local, Grow Your Own Food / By Julie Finn

Growing food can cost a lot, but Gardening on a Shoestring proves that gardening doesn’t have to be expensive!

Wastewater Gardening Goes Mainstream (pun intended!)

Wastewater Gardening Goes Mainstream

Drinks, Grow Your Own Food, Water / By Julie Finn

(Pun intended.) I told you that wastewater gardening is a thing now! And it looks like the concept is catching on.

Vinegar Cleaning Without the Vinegar Smell

Cooking Tips + Kitchen Tips / By Julie Finn

This DIY infused vinegar isn’t for pouring onto your salads. It’s for making vinegar cleaning supplies that actually smell good for once!