The winter solstice is yet to come, though we seem to be getting payback for those lovely warm days in November. But since gardening outdoors is over, let's bring on the holiday season. Pine cones ...

If you grew up in a northern climate, the thought of collecting pinecones and decorating them with little dollops of white paint "snow" probably takes you right back to childhood. These pinecone ...

Air-drying: The first method is to air-dry them. Corral them up in a breathable container like a wicker basket or a woven shopping bag. Lay the base of the container with a sheet of paper to collect ...

Not only will these colorful baubles dress up your tree, but they’ll also give your kids a way to join in the crafting fun. Instagram user @PlayHuntersWay has a simple tutorial for creating these ...

The holiday party season is ramping up. After a few years of virtual get-togethers, you may have received some invites to in-person parties this year, which call for a festive dish or two to share.

Pine cones, in a way, made Minnesota what it is today. In the state's early colonial history, our towering white pines became the backbone of the lumber industry that Minnesota's major cities were ...