On Sunday, 10 families who had never made a wreath before spent an hour creating their own Christmas wreaths. Initial nerves quickly gave way to smiles as their creations took shape. By the end of the session, there was a wonderful sense of satisfaction…
Nearly 20 kids (and their families) joined us for a fun-filled day of pumpkin picking, carving, and Halloween games. At 3 pm, families ventured into the “spooky garden” to select pumpkins, ready to be transformed into creepy lanterns. With a mix of cookie cutters,…
What an amazing day at BRAG Enterprises’ Scarecrow-Making event! 🌾 Nine fantastic scarecrows were created by some very talented children. Huge thanks to D Farrell Windows and Homes for providing the timber and to everyone who helped stuff the scarecrows with straw and bring…
Starting in June didn’t hold us back! The harvest at Brag’s Community Garden was absolutely bountiful. We gathered a vibrant array of tomatoes, beans, courgettes, gem squash, butternut, and more. Plus, we’ve got plenty of seedlings prepped and ready for the cold season. We’ve…
A month ago, I never would have imagined meeting Charles Dowding. Yet, through a series of serendipitous connections, I not only met him but had the chance to interview him. Having followed Charles’ no-dig gardening methods for decades, he’s been a constant source of…
There has been lots going on: Inverkeithing High School garden has raised beds planted up, a pond and plants growing in the poly tunnel.Carron Primary had a great term including a project with RHET growing potatoesFife Young Carers have four raised beds, the children…
After 8 fulfilling sessions, Bring the Brood has come to a close. It’s been an incredible journey, witnessing the children’s growing confidence in the kitchen. Parents have shared heartwarming feedback about their children’s newfound enthusiasm for cooking. I’m grateful for the seamless teamwork among…
The students in P4, P5, P6 and P7 at Carron Primary School potted up seedlings in the warm polytunnel. Baby chicks kept the class entertained while I worked with groups of five students taking seedlings and potting them into modules. Mice have been munching…
This is an project run by Fife Council to encourage families to cook from scratch, improve diets and health. Week 4 was ‘rice week’ where cooked rice (microwave rice) was used in a pan with recipes that called for tinned vegetables, tuna and or…
A couple of hours work with Steve, and the poly tunnel is back up again. I really appreciated his help, banter and the satisfaction when it was all back up. It’s not pretty but it’s a working tunnel.It has lifted my spirits as it…