“Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace.” ― May Sarton
August 8th was National Sneak Some Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day. And if you are like us, you still have few zucchinis left from your home garden (or an over enthusiastic trip to the farmers market) to surprise your unsuspecting friends, neighbors, and family with. In honor of this unique (and delicious) holiday, this week share resources and recipes featuring this summer staple.
“Zucchini Fertility Spawns Annual Holiday”
Heirloom and Organic Squash Seeds from the Seed Savers Exchange
Donate Fresh Foods with Feeding America’s National Produce Program
From the Guinness Book of World Records: the Heaviest and the Longest Zucchinis
In Alabama: “Planting Calendar for Places in Alabama”
Blackberry Farm’s Zucchini Caesar Salad
Yotam Ottolenghi’s Pasta and Zucchini Salad
Cheetie Kumar’s Grilled Summer Squash Casserole
Vivian Howard’s Grilled Summer Squash with Blue Cheese and Pecans
Caramelized Zucchini Flatbread
Zucchini Cake with Crunchy Lemon Glaze
Find delicious pickled zucchini recipes here and here.
@Alabama Chanin
Alabama Chanin’s manufacturing division, Bldg. 14, is producing high-quality, reusable non-medical grade masks for healthcare providers, public servants, patients, families, and individuals during COVID-19
Explore new organic cotton face mask designs here.
@The School of Making
The Year of Color continues with a new Color Palette Bundle #3, inspired by the color studies of Josef Albers. Find the bundle here, which includes curated fabrics and notions to be paired with our patterns for your next project. And learn more about Albers’ work here.
Don’t forget, share your projects with us on Instagram by using the hashtags #theschoolofmaking and #TSOM20in20 for a chance to be featured.
@The Factory
Due to COVID-19, The Factory is open by appointment only. Guests are required to wear face masks throughout the duration of their appointments and we have masks available if needed. Until further notice, we will be checking temperatures for all guests, team members, and anyone entering The Factory. Should you have any questions about our safety procedures, please reach out during our store hours Monday – Friday from 10am – 2pm.
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