Summer

Victory Gardens Flourish

by KateLloyd | Jun 2, 2020 | giveaway, Summer

Have you heard of the term Victory Garden, also labeled “War Gardens” and “Food Gardens for Defense” during World War I and WWII? These mini yet productive gardens were planted both at private residences and on public land during the wars to reduce the deficit of...

Giveaway Winner and a Return to Serenity

by KateLloyd | Jul 9, 2019 | photos, Summer

Please help me congratulate Linda Laird, winner of two darling Amish-made potholders and a kitchen towel and dish cloth from Lancaster County that make me want to smile as summer gets into full swing. Plus, one of my signed books: either Starting from Scratch, A...

July 4th Amish Giveaway

by KateLloyd | Jul 2, 2019 | giveaway, Holidays, Summer

I can’t think of anything more American than July 4th, following on the heels of Canada Day, July 1. I have the feeling many of us forget what Independence Day is all about. I think of red, white, and blue flags. Not to mention “The Star Spangle Banner” and “I’m...

Giveaway Winner and Signs of Summer

by KateLloyd | Jun 11, 2019 | giveaway, photos, Summer

Please help me congratulate Sarah Taylor, winner of this Amish-made darling and practical purse from Lancaster County, plus a signed book. Either Starting from Scratch, A Letter from Lancaster County; or one of three books from The Legacy of Lancaster County...

Unexpected Start to the Summer

by KateLloyd | Jun 4, 2019 | amish, giveaway, Summer

Most of you who read Starting from Scratch can tell I adore plant nurseries. With summer around the corner, I would enjoy spending time gathering plants to be potted for our patio, not contemplating purchasing a new tree. I’m sitting in the living room admiring the...

Kate’s Favorite Pics – and a winner!

by KateLloyd | Jun 12, 2018 | books, photos, Summer

Please help me congratulate Karen Hadley, winner of the charming Amish-made Apron and Hot Pad, plus one signed copy of Starting from Scratch, A Letter from Lancaster County, or a book from The Legacy of Lancaster Trilogy, either bestselling Leaving Lancaster, its...