{"id":219,"date":"2020-06-03T16:20:31","date_gmt":"2020-06-03T16:20:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/?page_id=219"},"modified":"2024-10-31T17:34:47","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T17:34:47","slug":"whiteridgeboutique","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/?page_id=219","title":{"rendered":"WHITE RIDGE BOUTIQUE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n<div class=\"color5-background-color color-5-text-contrast bg-background-color tmpl-blog-3 boldgrid-section dynamic-gridblock\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-5 col-sm-5 col-xs-12 text-center align-column-center col-lg-5\">\n<p class=\"\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-img bg-img-1 alignnone wp-image-849 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-550x550.png 550w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-180x180.png 180w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Brown-Needle-Modern-Artisan-Business-Label-Square-Sticker-2.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 col-lg-7\">\n<h3 class=\"color4-color\">CRAFTING ON THE RIDGE<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row bg-editor-hr-wrap\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-lg-12\">\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>I&#8217;m excited to share simple and fun projects, videos, creative tips, and ways to develop trendy, kid-friendly, and affordable hobbies with you!<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>My love for sewing started with my grandmother, an amazing seamstress. Despite a language barrier\u2014she spoke Portuguese and I spoke very little of it\u2014I learned so much from her just by watching.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>My mom also loves sewing and crafting, and we often enjoy crafting together. I guess it&#8217;s in my blood!<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>My passion for sewing only grew after having my children. Even after moving from California to Ohio with my husband and two girls, that love stayed strong. Now that my daughters are more independent, I have a bit more time to create, which is wonderful but also a little bittersweet.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Crafting and sewing truly nourish my soul and fill me with happiness.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>I hope you find joy in this blog and maybe even enjoy some of my homemade creations!<\/div>\n<div class=\"_2cuy _3dgx _2vxa\">~ Torina<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"color3-background-color color-3-text-contrast bg-background-color tmpl-contact-8 boldgrid-section dynamic-gridblock\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\" style=\"padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 15px;\">\n<div class=\"col-md-3 col-sm-4 col-xs-12 col-lg-3\">\n<div class=\"bg-box\">\n<p class=\"\">&#8220;SHE WORKS WITH HER HANDS IN DELIGHT&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Proverbs 31:13<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"color5-background-color color-5-text-contrast bg-background-color tmpl-blog-3 boldgrid-section dynamic-gridblock\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-5 col-sm-5 col-xs-12 text-center align-column-center col-lg-5\">\n<p class=\"\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"bg-img bg-img-1 wp-image-3211  aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whiteridgefarmandgoods.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_2743.heic\" alt=\"\" width=\"295\" height=\"411\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 col-lg-7\">\n<h3 class=\"color4-color\">BOO-TIFUL GOURDS!<\/h3>\n<div class=\"color5-background-color color-5-text-contrast bg-background-color tmpl-blog-3 boldgrid-section dynamic-gridblock\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 col-lg-7\">\n<div class=\"row bg-editor-hr-wrap\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-lg-12\">\n<div><hr class=\"color4-color bg-hr\" style=\"border: 2px solid; margin-bottom: 25px; margin-left: 0px;\" width=\"25%\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"\">You purchased our White Ridge Farm Gourds, and the Holiday&#8217;s are over\u2026\u2026 here&#8217;s a fun craft!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Two seasons ago, I found ways to dry Gourds and created these Spooky Ghost Gourds!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Gourds are such a fun and essential part of decorating for autumn! Did you know you can dry them easily so they can be enjoyed for years instead of just one season? To keep your gourds from rotting while they dry, make sure to clean and sanitize them. Simply wash your gourds with warm, soapy water, then give them a good rub with one of these sanitizing solutions:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rubbing alcohol<\/li>\n<li>Lysol or Clorox disinfecting wipes<\/li>\n<li>4 teaspoons of bleach to 1 quart of water<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: revert;\">1:1 ratio of white vinegar to water<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To prepare your gourds, simply lay them out on newspaper or paper towels in a single layer in a dry, airy room for a week. Make sure there&#8217;s plenty of space for air to circulate around each one. Give them a little turn and switch out the paper underneath daily. If any gourds start to wrinkle, shrivel, or develop soft spots, it&#8217;s best to discard them.<\/p>\n<p>Once they\u2019ve hardened, move them to a dark, dry, and warm spot, like an attic, basement, or barn. Spread them out on some newspaper again and check every few days, turning them to avoid flat spots. Smaller gourds will dry in about a month, but larger ones, like those for birdhouses, can take longer. The gourds should become lighter in weight while staying hard. Remove any that begin to rot.<\/p>\n<p>For the best results, try elevating the gourds off the ground. A cooling rack or a wood pallet works great for this, allowing air to flow underneath. If you notice surface mold as they dry, don\u2019t worry. It&#8217;s usually harmless and can be cleaned off later.<\/p>\n<p>Wondering how to tell when they&#8217;re fully dry? That\u2019s the fun part! Give them a shake, and if they\u2019re lightweight and you hear seeds rattling inside, they\u2019re ready.<\/p>\n<p>Once completely dry, give them a gentle wash to remove any surface mold using warm water and a soft scrubber like fine steel wool or a non-scratch sponge. After their bath, towel them off and let them dry completely. They&#8217;re now ready to use and will last a while if stored properly. However, they won&#8217;t be suitable for outdoor use, like in a wreath. For gourds that will last for years or for outdoor projects, consider applying a protective polish. A good old-fashioned paste wax works wonders to seal them against moisture and keep them looking beautiful.<\/p>\n<p>Now it&#8217;s time to make your Ghosts! 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