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Display Name: meganvanfleet
Member Since: 10/11/11

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@goldspinner entrance reducer, screen and solid tops, a telescoping top for weather protection, queen separator, and a screen for the top. not to mention smaller supers for honey stores--these are big boxes and would be about 75 lbs if full of honey. some of these accessories may only be necessary in climates with drastic temperature swings, but a well-designed product should be able to serve as many markets as it can.


Beginner Beekeeping: The Urban Beehive by Rowan Dunford
2/1/13 3:59 PM

Love the look of these, but I'm not sure how much this simplifies the process of beekeeping. Except for eliminating frame assembly (since this is a top bar method), bees still require a lot of care and monitoring, which will not just go away because your hive is cute. Also, all hives are stackable--it's how they work, most require assembly (which aside from reduced shipping costs, not sure how that's a plus), and some come painted already. I'd be interested to know if this is compatible with most beekeeping accessories. If not, then he needs to design those too. There is huge debate about plastic being the "right" way. Bees actually don't choose plastic, if given the choice of wood/wax or plastic. Would love to see more information on this before seeing it as a viable option.


Beginner Beekeeping: The Urban Beehive by Rowan Dunford
1/31/13 11:40 AM

Never underestimate the power of pizza! We use leftovers all the time as pizza toppings. Those are some of my family's favorite meals. If you don't eat wheat products, use a cauliflower crust instead!


5 Ways To Combat Food Waste At Home
9/11/12 10:12 AM

Anyone going to the DNC in Charlotte, NC (or visiting Charlotte for any reason) should check out the HackerSpace here! http://www.hackerspacecharlotte.org/ Global-HackerSpace-award-winning, Guinness-Record Holding awesome group of people!


Want to Work On Something Big? Join a HackerSpace
8/16/12 11:51 AM

I get irritated when someone (cough cough...my husband) loads and runs the dishwasher at half capacity because it's arranged so poorly. A little surveying before loading helps to plan it out. I try to use as little water as possible when I'm hand-washing dishes too. Now it's second-nature to turn off the faucet. Though I'm not as hardcore as the people who turn off the shower when they're lathering their hair. The shower is my relaxation time, and I only take a 5-minute or less shower anyways.


Dishwashing Do: Turning the Faucet Off
5/17/12 4:36 PM

I have a little "take out menus" box that I keep on my cookbook shelf (it actually blends in and looks like a book). That way, whenever it's time for dinner--take-out or dine-in--I am heading to the same place to start. Also, the power of drawer dividers has always been understated.


Tips for Keeping a Clutter-Free Kitchen
5/11/12 12:59 AM

I'm glad AT is featuring "lived in" spaces (not just showrooms), and they have some great stuff. I just don't think this is a post-worthy space. Too much clutter, not enough creativity in storage solutions.


Daniel & Mercedes' Midcentury Meets Industrial Loft
House Tour

10/11/11 12:12 AM