About
Hi, I’m Alisha! Welcome to WholeMade Homestead. Here is where my family and I love to share our favorite from scratch recipes, the simple ways we live a slower, more traditional lifestyle and our experiences and advice for running a small-scale homestead.
I’m a country-lovin’ girl at heart. I was born in Kansas but my family’s life took us across the nation, living in multiple states and even Canada. Can you say eh? After years of living in suburbia – working in a corporate office, running from activity to activity, always busy with some event – my family decided to return to their roots and buy a farm in a small town in Ohio. And so began the beautiful dream of a homesteading lifestyle that greatly influenced mine and husband’s choices today.
My husband Matthew and I knew we wanted a simple, peaceful existence away from the hustle and bustle of city life where there would be meaning and freedom. God opened the door to a home in a small country town where we began to plant our roots and learn how to become homesteaders. Today, my husband, myself and our daugther are in the thick of it, learning to garden, raise chickens, plant seeds, make wholesome, from scratch meals, create homemade products and raise a little family.
This blog was created for those who have a passion to lead a beautiful, homesteading lifestyle. Do you want to know more about traditional foods such as fresh milled flour or fermented foods? Are you ready to learn how to grow your own food? Or perhaps you are seeking some fun, new hobbies such as sewing, making homemade soap or DIY skincare products. If you have interest in any of the above, you’re in the right place!
Now don’t worry! You do not have to live on a farm or own hundreds of acres to homestead. Do you have a backyard with a quarter of an acre of land? 1 acre? 3 acres? Where you are at is perfect. Join me and my family as we pioneer the homestead life, learn to grow our own food and live more simply all while following and trusting in the Lord here at WholeMade Homestead.
Fun Facts
I have lived in four states and two countries.
I have two dogs named Rodeo and Wyatt. They are brothers from the same litter who love to hunt, dig and explore the land for critters.
During my free time you'll find me reading a book, working on a craft or learning a new hobby.
I am a fermented food fanatic and am passionate about gut health.
I went to college to become a graphic designer.
I am a beginner seamstress and love sewing items for my daughter and our home.
I love gardening, hiking and being outdoor in nature.
