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Bronze Garden Bells - Double Bell Mobile

Handcrafted in the USA, each piece of this wind bell is cast in bronze using the ancient techniques of sand-casting. The metal is durable, withstands the harshest of weather conditions, is highly resistant to corrosion, and rrings with a strong, pure tone that is unique to bronze. Fully assembled with a mohagany clapper, this wind bell mobile catches the slightest of passing breezes to create a crisp, clear ring.

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Metal & Sandstone Desk Set - Moose

Created from all-natural materials, the sturdy moose silhouette and mountaintop backdrop are finely cut in metal with a warm patina finish and mounted atop a heavy slate base with cork pads. This durable set includes (1) letter/mail holder and (1) matching business card holder. Handcrafted in Colorado.

Price: 43.99

Dichroic Glass Earrings

Layers of dichroic glass and multiple kiln firings are used to create these earrings, each a miniature one-of-a-kind work of art. Layers of glass coatings and metallic oxides form alluring abstract patterns, capturing the light to create a visual feast of vibrant shimmering colors! Handcrafted in the USA and available in 3 color families!

Price: 42.99

Decoupage Art Clock - 'Martini Time'

Add a spot of artistic pizzazz to any wall with this 'Martini Time' clock. Each clock features a high-quality reproduction of an original acrylic painting decoupaged on wood and embellished with eye-catching black & white clock hands. it easily compliments any kitchen or bar with a contemporary image of a martini glass and a fresh combination of warm, inviting colors. Handcrafted in the USA.

Price: 29.99

Eiffel Tower' Photographic Art Lamp

Functional art at its' best! With an amazing combination of light and photographic art, these distinctive table lamps brighten any room with an ambience not found with a standard table lamp. Mounted atop a contemporary silver base, the lampshade features a warm, sweeping image of the Eiffel Tower framed with velour and lace. The original photographic image is produced on translucent film that allows the light to pass through and enhance the appearance.

Price: 189.99

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Sunbeam Full Royal Nights Blueberry Electric Heated Blanket

Sunbeam Royal Nights Blueberry Heated Electric Blanket

FULL (72"x 83") w/ Single Control

Manufacturer: Sunbeam
Model #: 5001-030-540 Royal Nights Full
Condition: Brand New In Retail Package
Warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty
List Price: $69.99

Save up to 10% a year on your heating bills by turning on your Sunbeam Heated Blanket and setting your thermostat back by 10%-15% while sleeping. Its cozy SoftBlend fabric has the smooth touch of cotton, and the EasySet control has 10 warming settings for personalized comfort. A lighted dial and 60-second auto-dimmer provide extra convenience.

AMERICA'S #1 HEATED BLANKET!

SAVE 10% A YEAR ON HEATING BILLS!

Features:

EasySet Control
- 10 warming settings provide personalized comfort
- Lighted dial with 60 second auto-dimmer
- Control Your Side! Dual controls on Queen and King size. Allows two people to independently adjust the heat setting on their side of the bed
Soft Comfortable Fabric with a Touch of Cotton
- Taffeta Binding
- Machine wash and dry
The Blanket with a Brain Warming System
- Exclusive warming system senses and adjusts to deliver consistent warmth
Save Energy
- Save up to 10% a year on your heating bill by turning on your Sunbeam Heated Blanket and set your thermostat back 10% to 15% for 8 hours while you sleep.
65% Acrylic / 25% Polyester / 10% Cotton
5 year Limited Warranty

Price: 39.95

24 Rayovac Maximum Plus AA Batteries: (3) 8-Packs

24 Rayovac Maximum Plus AA Batteries

(3) 8-Packs Exp 2012

Manufacturer: Rayovac
Model #: Maximum Plus AA
Condition: Brand New In Retail Package
List Price: $23.99

Purchasing Rayovac Batteries is a smart choice. You get the power you need and the value you want. Rayovac is The Smart Way to Run Things POWER plus VALUE. RAYOVAC is so confident of the performance of their batteries that if you are not completely satisfied you can get your money back. Just return the used batteries, the original packaging and the original receipt (postage prepaid) for a full refund. Limit one per household. Call 1-800-891-6091 for mailing instructions and further details.

SAME PERFORMANCE BETTER PRICE!

Features:

(3) 8-packs of AA batteries for lasting power!
Alkaline
Expiration Date: 2012
Total of 24 Batteries in this offer!

Price: 14.99

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Organic gardening or Chemical - or both?

Today we will discuss a fundamental question in gardening. Previously I was posed this question: "I hear that chemicals are poisoning our waterways, and that organic growing is much healthier than using chemicals. What's the truth, and how do I grow a healthy, productive garden without hurting the environment?"

This important question deserves an accurate answer. Therefore let's learn about plant nutrition. First , plants receive nutrition only as water-soluble mineral compounds through their roots. When we put plants, compost or manure into the soil, the organic material must first decompose, and the nutrient compounds must revert to water-soluble minerals before the next generation of plants can use them. This takes time, and sometimes as much as half of the nutrients are lost in the decomposition process. Nitrogen is particularly susceptible to loss because it is volatile and returns to the air very easily.

Second, there is no real difference between organic, and mineral or chemical nutrients. Everything in this world is a chemical! To the chemist the elements in the soil are called chemicals, to a geologist they are called minerals, and to an organic enthusiast they are called organics, but they are the same substances. To quote J. I. Rodale, from Organic Gardening magazine, "we organic gardeners have let our enthusiasm run away with us. We have said that the nitrogen which is in organic matter is different (and thus somehow better) from nitrogen in a commercial fertilizer. But this is not so." And "actually there is no difference between the nitrogen in a chemical fertilizer and the nitrogen in a leaf."

Third, there is no difference between soil and rocks except for the size of the particles, and 12 of the 13 mineral nutrients plants require are essentially ground-up rocks! They are natural, and there's really nothing "synthetic" about them.

So you see, there is no difference between "organic nitrogen" and mineral or chemical nitrogen, except two primary things. 1) the nitrogen that is part of an organic substance must decompose and revert to the water-soluble mineral state before being available to plants, and 2) mineral-source nitrogen is much higher in nutritional content, so much less is required to feed your plants.

As further evidence that mineral nutrients are not bad per se, I've researched which fertilizers meet the requirements for qualification as a Certified Organic garden, and 12 of the 13 nutrients we use in a Mittleider garden are approved. And the 13th - nitrogen - is the one that's most often used by organic gardeners, both in the garden and to aid in composting! Go figure.

This being the case, what should you do to assure you have the best garden and the healthiest plants possible? Give your plants accurate dosages of the best combination of nutrition you possibly can. The Mittleider natural mineral nutrient formulas are available at foodforeveryone.org/learn. You can mix your own "from scratch", or get the micro-nutrients from the Foundation website in the Store section. And never over-use any kind of fertilizer. Both manure and mineral compounds will harm our water supply if allowed to leach into the water table.

Meanwhile, remember that 99% of us depend on 1% to feed us, and commercial growers feed their crops! They use formulas like ours and call them "The preferred horticultural mix." Just check out Scott's Peter's Professional Pete Lite as an example.

This is not to say that organic materials don't have a place in the garden. You can improve soil texture and tilth by adding materials that have desirable characteristics, and even add some nutrient value. However, improving the soil in that way is not necessary to having a good garden, and people often introduce weeds, rodents, bugs, and diseases into their gardens, or provide a haven for them with their organic mulching practices. It is for this reason that we do not emphasize or encourage composting and manure.

Mittleider gardens qualify as "organic" because we don't use pesticides or herbicides. However, I suggest they are even better than organic, because the plants receive just what they need, they grow fast, and we almost never have insect or disease problems because there are no weeds to provide a home, and the plants aren't in the ground long enough for the pests to get established

About the Author

Jim Kennard is the president of the Food for everyone foundation and a principal author for the organic gardening website.
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