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Sugar Free Blueberry Freezer Jam
Thick, spreadable and completely sugar free, this homemade blueberry jam is easy to make and does not require any special tools or canning knowledge. In 3 quick steps, you can have sugarless blueberry freezer jam to spread on toast, biscuits or pancakes. Great jam...
The Divine Gardener
By observing the garden, we can see God in all things. From a seed sprouting and the plant growing to the watering, weeding, fertilizing and harvesting, His attributes are everywhere, teaching us about our Creator. Weeds. Weeds. And more weeds. Plant munching bugs....
Whole Grain Hamburger Buns
Take your burger up a notch with homemade hamburger buns. Packed full of flavor and nutrients, these whole grain buns are a great addition to your favorite sandwich. Bake up a batch today and freeze the leftovers! Now that it is officially summer, it is time for...
Sugar Free Blueberry Crisp
Made with golden brown oats, plenty of butter and fresh blueberries, this sugar free blueberry crisp, sweetened with only fruit juice, is a perfect treat to serve to your entire family. Sweet, satisfying and scrumptious. That is what every dessert should be, am I...
How to Build a Teepee Trellis
Simple, sturdy and long-lasting, this teepee trellis is a great way to grow vertically and save space in your garden. Learn how we built this DIY garden trellis with just a few supplies and old tree branches from our property. Up, up and away they go! A garden trellis...
Grandma’s Potato Casserole
Creamy, cheesy potatoes covered with a buttery crisp topping is what my Grandma’s potato casserole is made of. Bake up a pan of this old fashioned delight for dinner tonight or to share with your family and friends at your next gathering. Down home southern cookin’....
10+ Ways to Use Calendula
Calendula, an easy to grow flower, can be used to treat rashes, heal wounds, treat inflammation, support a healthy gut and can be added into soaps, salves and balms. Learn the top 10 ways to use this powerful herb in your every day life. In the world of herbalism,...
Grilled Garlic Chicken
Fellow garlic lovers, we have a new favorite dish. Grilled garlic chicken marinated in a simple marinade packed full of plenty of fresh garlic and seasonings. An easy summer grilling recipe to feed your family and get you outdoors and away from a hot oven. Hot and...
Chamomile Bath Salt
Fresh chamomile flowers and pain relieving epsom salt combine in this herbal bath salt. Scented with your favorite essential oil, this recipe can be used in the bath or to soak your tired feet. Great for uplifting and relaxing your body after a long day. Each spring,...
Lacto-Fermented Garlic
Add instant flavor to any dish with lacto-fermented garlic. Packed full of probiotics, prebiotics and natural antibiotics, this fermented food is a must have. Learn how easy it is to ferment garlic using just salt, water and a jar. There are 5 food groups. Grains,...
Strawberry Lip Gloss
Make your own natural lip gloss at home! Made with freeze dried strawberries, a few moisturizing ingredients and a touch of orange essential oil, this fruity lip gloss is fun to create! A perfect summer craft or to give as a gift or favor. Strawberry season is here!...
All-Natural Chicken Coop Cleaner
Disinfect and deodorize your chicken coop with this all-natural chicken coop cleaner. Made with a mixture of simple ingredients including herbs and lemons, this cleaning spray will refresh, restore and keep your coop smelling good. Don’t wear your favorite shoes … It...
Whole Grain Soft Pretzels
Fast, fun and healthy, these whole grain pretzels are a delight to make! Made with freshly milled flour to create a buttery soft inside and a chewy, golden brown outside. Easy Homemade Soft Pretzel Recipe Snack time! That has got to be one of the most welcoming...
Vanilla Coffee Kefir Frappe
Gut-friendly kefir and coffee come together in this probiotic rich vanilla coffee kefir frappe. Big on flavor and nourishment, this coffee drink is anything but vanilla! Enjoy a tall, ice cold glass this summer! The age old saying, “you are what you eat” has...
Cinder Block Raised Garden Bed
Maximize your garden space and gain control over the quality of your soil by building a cinder block raised garden bed. Budget friendly and simple to construct within an afternoon. Learn how we built this DIY garden bed and print out the step by step plans below....
Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sweetened With Dates
Decadent, nutty and extra creamy, this peanut butter ice cream recipe tastes just like a thick peanut butter milkshake! Sweetened with only dates, this healthy ice cream will satisfy your sweet tooth without giving you a sugar overload. This post contains affiliate...
How to Start a Homestead in a Small Space
To be a homesteader, you don’t need to live in a farmhouse, own a large property or have lots of money and time. You can start living a simpler, more self sufficient lifestyle right where you are at. Here are 14 ways to homestead in a small space or an urban...
Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwich Cookie
Packed with flavor, these classic ice cream sandwich cookies are a flash back to your childhood! Made with creamy vanilla ice cream, sandwiched between two chocolate fudge cookies. A perfect summer dessert idea! If you’ve followed me for awhile, you may have...