Local beekeepers play a vital role in our food system, environment, and community. From pollinating crops, orchards, and gardens to maintaining healthy honeybee populations, the impact of their work reaches far beyond the hive. We recently sat down with some of the Lancaster County Beekeepers Society team to see how we might collaborate in...
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This botanical bath soak is a wonderful way to wind down your day whether it was spent toiling in the garden or dealing with whatever stressors your day job brings. This Salted Paloma bath soak – which could also be called a Salty Dog – has a punch of citrus, with aromatic notes that...
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Candles bring warmth, ambiance, and delightful scents into your home, but what do you do once the wax burns away, and you’re left with an empty candle jar? Instead of tossing these containers into the recycling bin (not all are suitable for recycling) or trash, ask yourself: how could you give them new life?...
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Whether you’re a candle maker looking for a way to make good use of wick remnants & wax, or you’re a candle-burning fan who wants to use up that last bit of candle, we’re here to show you how to make fire starters and how easy it is! If you’re a candle maker, and...
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Since it’s Earth Week, we thought we’d share what we’re doing at Fillmore Container and pull together some other practical ideas in one spot! If you’re reading this, you’re probably already of the mindset that earth day is every day, but perhaps you’ll find something new. We aim to be as earth-friendly in our...
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As we head into garden planning & planting season, it’s a great time to also arm yourself with some tasty recipes that will help you enjoy some flavors that grow best and are at their best in the early spring or summer, before things get too hot, or plants bolt. These homemade pesto recipes...
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Save time during meal prep or prepare for pressure canning taco meat with this homemade bulk taco seasoning! This recipe makes about 3 cups for your pantry, gifting, or for browning larger than usual batches of meat for pressure canning or freezing. We use 1 cup of this taco seasoning for each 8 pounds...
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Shrub (a fruited vinegar or vinegary fruit syrup) makes a great flavoring base on which to build a cocktail or a mocktail. You can make your own shrub, but if you’re not up to it, they can be found in grocers and markets that focus on local and natural foods. Our friends at Christina...
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