Linda-Ann Hinde

Have you ever wondered why space is important in gardening? Even in miniature landscaping, space is a crucial element of design. It defines importance to objects, provides areas that make the design...

While working at my desk a few days ago, I glanced up and there in full view of the skylight was our majestic maple tree in all its beauty. Deep burgundy leaves were partnered with the summertime...

The journey to spending a week with my grandchildren began on Monday. I had double checked the car and it looked like everything was packed: suitcase, cooler, computer, tote full of craft supplies...

The allure to miniature gardening or fairy gardens is that all ages that can create a garden suited to their lifestyle and surroundings. From small-scale terrarium gardens to large-scale landscape...

Have you heard of the saying, "Going to Heaven in a Handbag?" I had not, but when my co-workers’ creative minds started to design a miniature garden greenhouse display that put a twist on this saying...

What is it about the color pink that is so popular with little girls? Even though my granddaughter wore newborn clothes in the colors of lime green, purple, and yellow - today as a five-year-old she...

There before me, in all of its glory, was the first miniature garden I had ever seen. I was enchanted. Cottages, less than two feet high, were charming with their shingled or thatched roofs, paned...

You have taken the first step. The weeds have been removed and the amended soil is ready for planting. Why, for a miniature garden, does there seem to be so much space that needs to be filled? What to...

After World War II ended, the move towards living in the cities began. Smaller spaces influenced simple forms and with an emphasis on function. There was a lack of embellishment and a focus on...

Last night our dog started whining. It was after midnight, so I was not pleased when her purpose to be outside consisted of running around the yard looking for feathery friends. Our dog, Josey, is a...

It is a rainy Monday morning. As I was leaving for work, I took our dog for a walk outside and to our surprise a squirrel was on the porch steps. Within seconds our setter decided to chase the...

As the leaves on the trees in Northern Wisconsin begin to turn the vibrant colors of orange, yellow, and burgundy, the mini gardener realizes it is time to think about decorating for fall. For many...

Have you heard of the latest trend in gardening? It is called Fairy Gardens or Miniature Gardening. To my delight, a friend on social media recently wrote a post about this new gardening trend. She...

As I gaze out my studio window, the river looks like a mirror and images of the shoreline seem painted on the water. All the leaves have fallen to the ground to create a blanket of colors in orange...

When it comes to miniature gardening, the first thing you need to decide is whether you are going to put it inside or outside your home. Based on this, you need to choose the plants, select the...