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Ponytail-Palm

The Ponytail Palm

I wanted to do this blog post on a plant I received to review; etc.
I will be doing a full review in a few weeks, to giving me a few weeks to check out the plant, etc.

The plant is called Ponytail Palm and when I received it. it was in a big box and very well protective.
I got it out of the box, and it was so lovely. I decided to let it stay in the same pot for a bit, it came in a 6″ pot. you don’t have to transplant it until it’s outbound, rootbound from what I read so I can wait until I find a nice pot. I keep playing with the leaves 🙂 I love this plant.

So here is some information about the ponytail palm and how to take care of it.

First, let’s start with what is a Ponytail Palm.

A Ponytail palm, scientifically known as Beaucarnea recurvata, is a popular plant known for its unique appearance and low maintenance requirements. With its long, slender leaves cascading from a thick, bulbous trunk, the ponytail palm adds an elegant touch to any indoor or outdoor space. This drought-tolerant plant is a great choice for those looking to add a touch of greenery to their surroundings without the hassle of constant care and attention. Ponytail Palm

The ponytail palm can grow to 2 – 3 feet in your home.

Watering Frequency
Indoor ponytail palms should be watered less frequently than outdoor ones due to the controlled environment. During the active growing season (spring and summer), water your indoor ponytail palm every four to six weeks or when the top inch of the soil feels dry to the touch. It’s crucial not to overwater; excessive moisture can lead to root rot. Additionally, make sure the pot has proper drainage to prevent water from accumulating at the bottom.

Winter Dormancy
Ponytail palms often go through a period of dormancy in the fall and winter, during which they require less water. Reduce watering to once every eight weeks or when the soil’s top layer dries out during this dormant phase. Overwatering during dormancy can lead to root rot, so it’s crucial to adjust your watering schedule accordingly.

Signs of Thirst
Observe your ponytail palm for signs of thirst. If the lower leaves start to turn yellow or droop, it may be an indication that the plant needs water. However, it’s essential not to jump to conclusions. Always check the moisture level of the soil before watering.

Air Purification
Apart from their aesthetic appeal and ease of care, ponytail palms provide an additional benefit as natural air purifiers. Like other indoor plants, they help improve indoor air quality by absorbing pollutants and emitting oxygen. This not only enhances the ambiance of your living space but also contributes to a healthier environment for you and your family.

Indoor Ponytail Palms
Place your indoor ponytail palm near a window with filtered or indirect sunlight. If direct sunlight is too intense, it can scorch the plant’s leaves. South or west-facing windows are often ideal. Rotate the pot periodically to ensure even exposure to light, promoting balanced growth.

Soil
Use a well-draining potting mix for your ponytail palm. A mix designed for cacti or succulents is suitable. Good drainage is critical to prevent waterlogged roots, which can lead to rot. You can also add perlite or sand to the potting mix to enhance drainage further.

Pot Selection
Choose a pot with drainage holes at the bottom to facilitate excess water drainage. Ponytail palms prefer slightly crowded conditions, so select a pot that is just large enough to accommodate the plant’s root system. Repotting is infrequent and typically only required when the plant becomes root bound.

Fertilizing
Fertilizing is an essential aspect of ponytail palm care, contributing to healthy growth and foliage.

Frequency
During the growing seasons, which usually include the entirety of spring and summer, provide your ponytail palm with a balanced, diluted, organic liquid fertilizer every six to eight weeks or so. Reduce or eliminate fertilization during the fall and winter when the plant enters a period of dormancy.

Root Rot
overwatering can lead to root rot. If you have a feeling that your plant has root rot. take out the plant from its pot, prune away the diseased roots, and replant it in fresh, well-
draining soil in a new pot.

I will be doing a full review of the ponytail palm houseplant in a few weeks, as I want to have the plant first for a bit before I do a full review.
So please come back then to see what I think of this plant. 🙂 I’m sure it’s going to be wonderful 🙂

Now you can get this ponytail palm just like I got at My Perfect Plants

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Filters Fast

I came across this company called Filters Fast – Filtersfast.com. they seem to have some amazing products.

A little about this company: Since 2004, Filters Fast has grown, to become the top filtration provider online in the United States and continues to grow rapidly. Though we have expanded to sell filters all over the world. Filters Fast remains a family-owned business located in Charlotte, NC.

The first product I saw was they have an Air Purifier, which my lung doctor suggested I get. so that got me looking at their products. the air purifier looks amazing, and With the Airfree T800 air purifier, you get better quality air without the need for filters. now that’s a plus in my book. The patented Thermodynamic TSS Technology heats air to nearly 400 degrees Fahrenheit before cooling to destroy airborne mold spores, bacteria, ozone, viruses, and other airborne pollutants with 99% efficiency.
The T800 purifier features a contemporary, all-white design that is great for small rooms like offices or dorms. Since there is no filter or water, there is practically no maintenance. Sufferers of allergies anyone who needs an air purifier that will fit in small spaces, without sacrificing containment reduction, then the T800 may be right for you.
They just don’t have this air purifier they also have others as well. go check them out if you’re interested, I’m sure you will find something for your needs.

They even have products for pets. this is great to know, as I have a cat and a dog, this is something I will be interested in as well as others, I’m sure.
They have the ZEUS H2EAU 91400 Fresh & Clear Elevated Dog and Cat Water Dispenser is a drinking water fountain that provides a consistent supply of clean and fresh drinking water for your pet through re-circulating water flow. that is so great for pets to get clean and fresh water.
This Fresh & Clear Elevated Dog and Cat Water Dispenser utilizes multi-stage filtration that eliminates stale water by trapping impurities. This pet drinking fountain has a large surface area operation and is elevated, which is useful for dogs that are older, larger, or suffering from physical ailments.

Well, then I saw that they also have Pitchers.
Water filter pitchers make it easy to improve the taste of your tap water. Simply fill up the top reservoir, and the filter will do the rest! Filters Fast is a formal document title that focuses on providing efficient filtration. Simply fill up the top reservoir, and the filter will do the rest!
I just love that!!!

They also have Refrigerator water filters, air filters, water filters, pool and spa filters and the list go’s on. I was truly amazed at what kind of filters they carry. I mean even pool & spa filters! wow… you need to stop by and check out their website it’s amazing. They even have home wellness products! hope I didn’t forget anything.

I’m very interested in a lot of these products and I’m sure you will be as well. Just the air purifiers are amazing but then you have so much more even for your pets! I’m truly amazed at all the products that they do carry and what they do, is great.
I’m still going through the site and checking out all their products.

please go to their website and check them out at Filters Fast

Filters Fast’s mission is to provide our customers with the best filtration shopping experience – a comprehensive catalog that is easy to navigate, the tools and education to make the right choice, and the best customer experience and support to help along the way. Each member of our team knows that everything they do is important and can change lives! This mindset is what drives us to the highest levels of performance and innovation. Our focus is filtration, but our mission is so much more than that.

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Make your own tabs for your Bibles, Bible Journals, etc.

Make your own tabs for your Bibles, Bible Journals, Study books, etc.

You can either buy tabs or make your own. I like making my own it’s easy and you can make them up quickly.

To make your own, you can always use paper, cloth, cardstock, ribbon, tissue paper, tissue boxes, cereal boxes, washi tape, decorative tape, die cuts, small stickers, decorative file folders, etc.
I also make paper clips for tabs. Add ribbon, yarn, paper, etc. to the paper clip for a little, decoration.

Also, you can make your own using punches, tab punches, and circle punches. they also have the note flags you can use as tabs you can’t get these also at Dollar Tree, that’s where I get mine from.
Handmade Notebook Divider Tabs | Loulou

You can also buy tabs for your Bible, they have them at Amazon for one and other places, Walmart, Target, Dollar Tree, etc.

There are so many ways to make tab’s and if you just want to buy them you can they have so many, different sizes, shapes, colors, etc.

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Tula Xii – Planners and Crafting

Tula Xii was born in Sept 2018 they have planners, journals, stickers, deco kits, totes, calendar wall boards, pens and so much more. They also have monthly specials which I love 🙂 you can become a perk member, (info is on the website). https://tulaxii.com/MaryBlake

They also have the $5 Friday & Sneak! Every other Friday, just check back on the website for one $5 Friday item. The New sneak bags are released every 4 months with sneaks of what is coming.

What I love is that you can DESIGN YOUR PLANNER FOR YOUR LIFE. When you have the freedom to add what you need to your planner you are more likely to use it and enjoy it!

One thing we all have in common is BUSY LIVES!
TulaXii was built with the desire to organize life and balance our daily to-dos with simplicity and style. Our easy 1-2-3 system makes building your lifestyle organizer both functional & stylish.

It’s so easy to get started, you just need to select one of the beautiful covers and the size that you like! Fuse both personal style and functionality by choosing from a wide range of high-quality, stylish outer covers. They offer an exciting line of both classic covers & our patent-pending interchangeable zipper covers. Whatever your style preference, Tula Xii is sure to have something for everyone!

Next, you’ll choose inserts that best suit your lifestyle. TulaXii lifestyle organizers are based on the traditional Traveler’s Notebook design utilizing over 200 inserts that help track your schedule, meals, moods, mileage, and more!

Last, accessorize! Let your personality shine by adding colorful magnetic clips, stickers, tabs, pens, and more with our exciting and ever-growing selection of Tula Xii accessories.

Gone are the days of the generic boxed planners and organizers that don’t suit your needs. Tula Xii blends versatility & functionality with beauty and elegance while offering an exciting business opportunity for anyone wanting to share their love of planning.
Years ago, Tula Xii founder, Natasha Corrigan, found herself juggling a full-time job, social activities, birthdays, kid schedules, and so much more. Trying to balance life seemed impossible without a plan, so she began searching for the perfect planner.

After trying option after option, she made good use of growing up in the print world and began to create the perfect planner to suit her needs. It wasn’t long before she found herself pouring her creativity into a newfound passion; The1407Planners was born!

After attending several conferences in multiple states and networking with other planners in the immediate area, it became clear that people were craving the basics of how to plan, what to plan, and how best to simplify their hectic daily lives.

TulaXii was born from Natasha’s desire to give everyone a simple 1-2-3 system that was functional, yet inspired, and creative with beautiful designs and fun accessories.

From the beginning, Natasha wanted Tula Xii to be a financial opportunity for other motivated people who loved planners as she did. Today, Tula Xii is the only Direct Sales company of its kind in the United States. Over 400+ Brand Ambassadors are sharing their love of the Tula Xii products and are building successful at-home businesses and financially helping their families.

There is some much information on the website. you can find a size guide to the planners which I thought was very helpful in deciding which one I wanted and I’m sure it will help you as well. they have a start here guide and product descriptions which is very helpful.
They even have a section to show you How to Hang Your Wall Calendar Board and so much more! stop by and check it all out.
https://tulaxii.com/MaryBlake

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National Craft Month

In March, it’s the end of winter and a great time to blossom outward into National Craft Month to show what you’ve been making by hand during the short, cold days of the season past.

What is National Craft Month?

In 1994, the Craft & Hobby Association created this wonderful celebration that we know as National Craft Month. In the beginning, it was designed to help people rediscover their creativity and learn about the wonderful world of crafting and all of its many benefits. (Of course, craft month is every month for us.)

The awareness-raising was meant to help individuals discover their hidden creativity and introduce Americans to outlets they hadn’t tried before, ranging from embroidery to candle-making to any number of other crafts. Over the years since, National Crafting Month has also come to signify a time for practiced crafters to start on a new project, try a new medium, or learn a skill they’ve always been curious about.

What can you do at Craft Month?

Jewelry, knitwear, cards, decorations, scrapbooking equipment, sculptures, materials, customized shoes, hand-stitched clothing, homemade baked goods – there’s always something for everyone. Be sure to share your crafty creations on social media and use the #craftmonth hashtag so all craft fans can take a look at your handiwork!

Craft month

How you can Celebrate National Craft Month

You can start up a new hobby, tell your friends about a craft you have going or done, and you can introduce your kids to other crafts.

For your kids let them get messy with glue, glitter, pipe cleaners, and colored paper – and then stick their masterpieces on the fridge, or if small enough you can frame them!

Another great idea is, instead of buying cards for birthdays or anniversaries, make some of your own. Make your gifts to give to family and friends.

Oh, and if you’re not crafty yourself, you could always visit your local craft markets you can pick out some beautiful handmade items. there are a lot of different crafts to choose from, crochet, knit, sew, painting and so much more – there’s always something for everyone.

When you’re finished, I would love to see the crafts you made, and I can even display them on the website.

So, this month, if you’ve been too busy to focus on your favorite craft, set aside some time and energy and see what you can come up with. You may even want to devote several hours to dabbling in a craft other than your favorite.

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NATIONAL CRAFT MONTH TIMELINE

1830
Expanding the “fabric” of reality
Inventor Richard Roberts built the first successful “Roberts Loom,” a machine that makes fast mass production of cloth a reality.

1777
Switching muskets for needle and thread
Formed from scraps of uniforms and clothing, the very first iteration of the American Flag is sewn for our brand-new country by soldiers of the American Revolution.

1000 B.C.
A “stitch in time”
Ancient peoples used knitting tools to make some of the first socks worn by humans, their implements to be unearthed by archaeologists three thousand years later.

4000 B.C.
A case of either, “ore”
Ancient peoples on the Indian continent began to practice Dhokra, a metal-casting technique that is still in use today.

I hope you enjoyed this information I found for you all, I hope you have a wonderful and Blessed Craft Month!

Here are some Links to some sites for National Craft Month!!

How to Celebrate National Craft Month: 31 Tips & Tricks

Paper Plate New Year Craft – Non-Toy Gifts

National craft month 2024

31 Ways to Partake in National Craft Month

Celebrate National Craft Month with Cricut’s March Making Challenge!

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Craft pages and more!

Craft pages and more!
crafts

Hello,

I wanted to give you some information on the crafts I do or want to do, the pages they will be on, categories, and so forth, right now all of it’s all over the place and I need to come up with a better system for this.
I do love doing all kinds of crafts, I do like doing smaller crafts mostly, but if it’s something I want to do and it’s a bigger craft I will do that also. I like to do papercrafts as well, along with crochet and so much more.

I have some ideas of things I want to make, here are just a few ideas that I have right now, a pencil holder, paper clips, Buttons, homemade envelopes, soda bottle bank. I have more ideas written down and hope more to come. I might list my ideas on the page that it needs to go on so you can look forward to knowing what’s coming.

I’m working on the pages as well as the crafts, I have a page for my crochet patterns, one for Diamond painting, and one for crafts which is my main one. once I get too many designs for one thing, I will move them to a page of their own and keep adding.

Also, if there is a craft that you don’t see, and you are interested in please send me a message and I will see what I can do. I always love to get ideas from others.
Plus, you might have a great idea that I haven’t thought of.

toilet paper roll I’m also going to be working on Toilet paper holder crafts, so I have a few ideas for them as well. a few things with pill bottles as well. I have so many ideas it would take a half day to write them all down here 🙂

I’m also interested in taking some items from Dollar Tree and making some crafts out of the items. so, I guess I need to take a trip to Dollar Tree and scope out some ideas. then buy the things I need for those crafts and get to work. I might need to add a few more days in the week so I can do all these things I want to do.

flower box

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My Crochet

My Soap saver

doily 22 Well, I started crocheting when I was about 13, maybe a little younger.

I remember My mom crocheting. I wanted to learn, and she showed me how.
The first thing I made was a granny square. I started to enjoy crocheting. I crocheted for a little while, then I put it down, But I kept picking it back up through the years. I usually crocheted small Afghans or smaller things.

I think I got into it in 1998 and started crocheting clothespin dolls.
Then I started crocheting doll outfits. I liked crocheting doll outfits and kept coming up with more designs and just took off from there.
I did decide to submit a doll outfit. It got published in a magazine, but I never published anything else after that.
I also had a crochet club for a while. Then my hand started hurting, it would cramp up on me. I just couldn’t hold the hook for long at all. So, I had to give it all up.

But after a while I decided to try knitting And I did that off and on as well. I could knit! So, I made all kinds of different things and lost interest in knitting after a year or so.

I think I decided maybe a year or so after that I wanted to crochet again. So, I went and got some yarn and a hook, and I can crochet once again, yes, my hand cramps up once in a while if I crochet too long. I just put it down and start back up the next day. so no, I don’t crochet as fast and long as I use to, but I can still crochet and that’s all that matter’s to me.

I do and always had such a love for crochet. I remember when I was little. My Grandmother used to sit on her bed and crochet these beautiful Crochet outfits for the small dolls. They were some lovely gowns, it’s funny I love crochet doll outfits myself, guess I got that from her. She never went by a pattern. She designed all the outfits herself. I sure miss sitting there watching her crochet. It was just amazing. I don’t know what ever happened to her dolls and their outfits. But she did make some lovely, amazing gowns for them.

So now I made a webpage to add all my patterns, and crochet information on and I’m just taking my time designing and crocheting. I’m doing all the smaller items. like soap savers, wash clothes, bookmarks, paper clips, yarn doilies, etc.

I need to get someone to proofread my patterns. it’s been so long for me. 🙂 But for now, I will do my best to get the patterns correct and double-check them myself. I’m trying to get at least one pattern a week up on the site. I would like to add more than that, but I will try at least one for now.,
Please keep checking back to my crochet page as I decide and add more patterns.

Mary B.

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What I’m working on and what I would like to do in 2024

Hello,
I’m working on a yarn doily and another Diamond painting keychain.
I’m also setting up my prayerful Planner for 2023 I will take pictures with information, etc., on the planner page, and also On the Bible page.

I decided to make a list, of what’s coming on the diamond painting, crochet, crafts, etc. pages. This way you will know what’s coming soon and can check back again.
For the Crochet and paper crafts pages, I will add the instructions and pictures to each project.

I’m working on each page to make sure everything is on there and correct. This is an ongoing thing. 🙂
Also, I will be putting all my updates, etc. In my newsletter each month, please sign up for that so you don’t miss anything. This will be the last update things on the blog.
I will leave the blog for mine and other’s blog posts. 🙂 I will try and post a blog a month either my own or someone else’s.

I’ve also been changing the website with a new look and color. I hope you like it. I want to make it easy for you to get around on the website. I still have some more work to do on it so I’m hoping in Jan I can get that finished.

I have mostly Crafts, Bible, and journal information on the website. If there is something you would like to see, please drop me an email. I will see what I can do.

I’m also hoping to start up the product reviews in Jan or February. I will let you all know in the updated newsletter. Don’t forget to sign up so you don’t miss the information about that and everything else. This will give me a little time to get some products to review.

Also, I will be starting Hall’s as well on my YouTube Channel. These will not be big halls, just small halls 🙂
So if you don’t want to miss that sign up for my YouTube Channel as well.
All links are on my website and or in my update newsletter.

Hope you all have a wonderful New Year’s and hope to talk to you all soon.
Keep checking back for new things to come.

If you have any questions, comments, ideas, etc. please email me.

Mary

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All My Bibles

10/29/23 – All My Bibles

Hi, I thought I would write some information about my Bibles, what I have and will be working on, what I use each one for, etc.

I have been working in my Bible on and off, but really never go into writing in it. But for a few months, I started to read more online, joined up to get newsletters, and read about God, I got more and more interested in learning more and more about God. so, I just started in my NIV Bible.
So, I was working with the NIV Bible as it’s easier to understand than King James. but I do go back to that as well. I also was told about CSB – the Christian standard Bible which I fell in love with.
So now I use just the NIV and CSB, but I do go back to the King James for a reference when needed.

I am working on fixing my website and moved things around and I also took things out, so when you see the Bible it’s drop-down, you will see the list and I need to add the CSB in there. That’s what I will be working on Next that page. once I get all the pages done. this is when I will be adding my info, pictures, what I’ve been working on so forth. I will share all my information with you. I’m going to be working on all this, this week coming. then I can get into my Bibles, the following week. I can’t wait until then.

I also just bought She Reads Truth Bible; I got mine at Ollie’s, but I have seen it on Amazon as well.
I haven’t worked on it yes as I just got it.
I also just got the Inspire NLT The Bible for coloring and creative Journaling, they do have other ones as well, you can find them on Amazon, not sure where else you can find them. 🙂 You just can’t have enough Bibles. 🙂

Oh, and I also have a small Bible CSB for my prayer Bible, I’m getting ready to start this, just waiting on supplies, to start digging in. This Prayer Bible is going to be great; it will be so helpful. when I want to pray about something it will be so easy to find that prayer and pray about it. whether it’s about love, sickness, anger, etc. I love this idea a lot. It’s going to help me out so very much, with my prayers, and to pray for others as well. And it’s small enough to fit right in my purse, so it will go where I go. and when needed I can just pull it out and find just what I need.

I do love the idea that I can go back and forth in my Bibles, there is a purpose for each one. I have a study Bible, My regular Bibles, Journaling, Coloring, Prayer, etc. I just can’t put into words how this makes me feel. I’m sure some of you understand what I’m saying about that feeling.
I can’t wait to share with you all, all that I have and how I’m studying the Bible.
Now if I could learn how to put here how I feel and How I’m doing it all. I’m not one for words and sometimes mess them up. I’m just praying you understand.
I will start posting more next week as I get everything fixed and added to the website. My supplies come in soon, can’t wait. Until then, Bless you all, and thank you for reading this.

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collaborations

10/05/23 – Good afternoon,

I’m working on collaborations right now, for my YouTube channel and to put on my website. I need to get more content on my YouTube and the website as well, I don’t have much and would like to get more. I’ve been slacking

So I have one collab coming on Saturday to review, but I want to do a few at once. The goal is to have a video going up once to twice a week.
Please contact me, if you have a product you would like to have reviewed.
or if you know someone please pass on my information. thank you.
I will be doing the collaborations in two ways, one I will do a video of it, and the second, I will do it on the Product reviews page on this site.
I also have a new set up so it should make things easier to do videos. I’m hoping this will be much easier, but we will see.I will also be adding reviews, and I will also be adding crafts I’m working on, halls, maybe my planners, Bible Journaling, and more.
So please keep coming back as I add more content to my site, if you have any suggestions, please let me know.Thank you.
Mary

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