Construction season came around at New Traditions Farm like a whirlwind. The transition from harsh winter into spring came quickly. We started construction on a new greenhouse in February, and really hurried to have it ready in order to start our prized tomato seedlings by the beginning of March.
We planted thousands of seedlings of rare and unique tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and brassicas, which are thriving now and in the process of being potted up in larger containers for sale or transplant. Next month we are planning to take some of our tomatoes to the Kankakee Bird Swap, in hopes of selling or trading them for some great laying hens, and other more exotic poultry.
Over the last week or so, we have also been building a small summer cabin for guests and volunteers at the farm. This project really tested our construction skills, but we are happy with the progress so far. It needs a bit of finishing: insulation, drywall, paint, etc., and then it should be a warm and comfortable place for us.
Some photos of my work this year:
We built this greenhouse with a partial timber frame, 20' PVC roof hoops, skinned with heavy-duty polyfilm and panels recycled from last years greenhouse destroyed in a wind event
Josh Seeding Tomatoes and Peppers, New Traditions Farm Co-Founder
Double Shed.
Pretty nice view from the front door
Over Wintered Carrots
Yes, I still make and sell jewelry. I have actually been working on quite a few nice diamond projects. Including this set turned into a lovely pair of 1ct. Platinum Diamond Studs. More jewelry pictures to follow very soon...
Tags: Cabin, Construction, Diamond Studs, Greenhouse, Heirloom Tomatoes, New Traditions Farm, Well Adorned
