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At Rootsy, we want to help you discover projects that make you hum a happy little tune.

You know the ones. The fun projects that leave you with something pretty to look at. Or the hard projects that take a little effort but leave you with an amazing sense of accomplishment. Or the projects that connect you with the people who came before you.

In a mashup of new technology and vintage skills, Rootsy gives you access to skilled craftspeople who are doing the projects you want to learn about.

Seasonal Reader Favorites

Close-up of rhubarb stalks with text overlay: "9 Creative Ways to Preserve and Use Rhubarb. It's so much more than pie!" Logo in the corner.
A small tin of DIY honey lip balm is open, revealing a smooth, light-colored surface. Nestled on green leaves against a wooden background, the text "DIY Honey Lip Balm" hovers above.
A galvanized metal tub transformed into an eye-catching garden pot showcases lush greenery. The text reads, "Upcycle Items Into Stylish Garden Pots" beside a stylized "Roots" logo in the bottom right corner. Gravel elegantly frames the pot, enhancing its rustic charm.

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From Scratch Cooking

A mason jar filled with golden liquid sits on a white wooden surface. Beside the jar are two bright yellow dandelion flowers and a small pile of lavender buds.
Food Preservation
A jar labeled "Baking Mix" sits on a wooden table beside a plate with six freshly baked biscuits. A blue and white checkered cloth is in the background.
Kitchen Hacks
A chocolate pumpkin bundt cake with rich chocolate glaze drips down the sides, set on a floral-patterned plate. A green pumpkin rests in the background on a wooden surface.
From Scratch Recipes

Organic Gardening

Potted herb plants, including rosemary, sitting on a wooden surface outdoors in sunlight. The vibrant green leaves contrast with the orange and natural tones of the pots. A wire fence and greenery are visible in the blurred background.
Growing Herbs
A garden bed with vibrant Swiss chard plants. The leaves are large and green with prominent red and yellow stems, growing amidst a natural setting with visible garden soil and wooden borders.
Growing Vegetables and Fruit
Hands gently holding a handful of rich, dark soil filled with earthworms. The worms are spread throughout the moist earth, highlighting a natural and organic environment.
Building Healthy Soil

Simple Herbalism

Hands holding a large bunch of ripe, dark purple elderberries with red stems, set against a green, blurred natural background.
Herbal Cordials and Tinctures
A round metal tin containing yellow balm is open on a wooden surface. Three green leaves are placed beside it, hinting at natural ingredients, reminiscent of a soothing plantain salve.
Herbal Body and Bath Recipes
Jars filled with honey and sliced garlic sit on a wooden tray surrounded by garlic bulbs and cloves. A bottle of brown liquid is visible in the background. The scene is set against a blurred outdoor backdrop.
Herbal Remedies

Simple and Frugal Living

A group of chickens, including a rooster, stands inside a rustic, sunlit barn with wooden walls. They are gathered around a hanging feeder, with straw and a bucket on the ground. Sunlight streams through an open door, illuminating the scene.
Birds, Bees and Other Livestock
A white enamel basin filled with assorted wooden clothespins, some with metal springs, resting on a patch of green grass. The image highlights the rustic and natural texture of the clothespins.
Frugal Living
A bowl of felted acorns crafted from natural materials rests on a fabric background. Nearby are more acorns, felt, and small lights. A needle is inserted into a piece of felt on a black cushion.
Crafts and DIY