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Our local farmers market starts this next week and I am super excited about our proximity to it. You'll know where to find me every Wednesday from now until Labor day! I am giddy with anticipation of a fridge full of local produce. Maybe I'll even learn to can this year. Maybe.
But to have the most success shopping you need to be prepared.  We all know how hippies can get around sustainability. It's like a ravenous feast with turnips and baby arugula flying everywhere.
So I plan on being well equipt.

1. You need a good bag. This can make all the difference on how much you can take away.

Local and handmade option.

Vintage option.

Or a DIY to replace produce bags.

2. How about storage in your fridge for those delicate berries?

A reusable option that plays on it's paper counterparts.

3. Your food is nothing without some good recipes.

Already reserved this baby from the library (yes, I'm one of those).

Or make this gorgeous galette and salad.

4. Planning a wedding or summer paraty?

This farmers market wedding is just perfect for ideas and inspiration.

5. Wanting to inspire your kiddos towards more healthy eating?

Make them their own farmers market stand.

Then get them (or heck, make) some food to fill up those baskets.

6. Spread the word.

Take this guy. Douglas Richard is making an effort to connect people with their local farmers through great design.

7. You know I can't leave you without a beverage to wrap it all up in a pretty little bow. So here you go.

Strawberry Mint Spritzer.