“Onions were made into long ropes, braided together by their tops, and then were hung in the attic beside wreaths of red peppers strung on threads.” Little House in the Big Woods It was common to hang herbs, peppers, onions, and garlic to let them dry for long-term storage. Garlic and onions were often braided….
Charley Cooke
Charley Cooke is a wife, mom, blogger, and aspiring homesteader. She spends her days chasing kids and cows in beautiful Southern Oregon. She loves a good book, a crochet project, and excellent cups of tea. See her contributions to the Little House on the Prairie website below.