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DIY Mother’s Day Gift Basket
This Mother’s Day, treat Mom (or an important woman in your life) to some rest and relaxation with this DIY gift basket. This simple handmade gift uses only natural ingredients, everything from an herbal tea and bath salt to a facial mask, hydrating lotion and body...
Lemon Cedar Dusting Spray
Penetrate stubborn grease, grime and dust from your wooden fixtures with this all-natural lemon cedar dusting spray. Made with a few on-hand simple ingredients and essential oils, you’ll be able to clean your home quickly and without any harsh chemicals. This post...
Dinner Rolls With Fresh Milled Flour
Soft, fluffy and made with no sugar, these dinner rolls with fresh milled flour are perfect to serve on a weeknight or to guests. Bake in a cast iron skillet for a buttery crisp edge. On our homestead we try to serve every meal with a healthy carb, preferably made...
Greenes Raised Garden Bed Review
When you’re considering gardening in a small space, a Greenes raised garden bed is a great product to use. Here is our in-depth review and buying advice to help you decide if a Greenes raised garden box will work for you. When you have a small space, sometimes you’ve...
God Will Supply All Your Needs
No one can deny that times are tough. But there is one, Jesus Christ, who we can put our trust in knowing that he will provide all of our needs no matter the circumstance. “And my God will supply all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” -...
How to Make Your Own Tote Bag
Learn how to make a beautiful tote bag using vintage flour sack material or your favorite cotton or linen fabric. Perfect for shopping at the grocery store or traveling to the park. Sewing is one of those old fashioned skills that is no longer taught in schools or...
How to Use a Greenhouse to Increase Food Security
With food shortages on the rise, there is a growing need to increase food security for you and your family. Learn how to grow your own food and improve food security by adding a small greenhouse to your property. 2020. Remember that remarkable year? Or shall I say...
Fermented Carrot Sticks
Add more nutrients and probiotics into your diet with these flavorful fermented carrot sticks. Learn how to lacto-ferment a bag of carrots with just a little salt, water and a mason jar. Fermenting is my friend. Little did I know that fact for most of my life. ...
How to Start Seeds Indoors
Get a head start on your garden this year by starting your seeds indoors. With a few supplies and knowledge such as where to buy the best seeds, when to start your seeds, how to grow seeds indoors and when to transplant your plants, you’ll be ready to grow a...
DIY Dish Towel From a Vintage Tablecloth
Give your old antique linens a refresh! Learn how I made two beautiful dish towels from a vintage tablecloth within just a few moments in this easy sewing tutorial. Repurposed Project Using Vintage Linen Just four years ago, I was busy planning our wedding. The big...
4 Ways to Use Cattle Panel on Your Homestead
Today we look at the metal fencing known as cattle panels, and dive into the many uses that it has for the everyday homesteader. From chicken coops to garden trellis, cattle paneling can meet all your creative needs. I'm thrilled to introduce to you my husband,...
Spice Rack Cabinet Organization
Organizing your home doesn’t have to be a tedious or expensive task. Learn how I transformed our messy spice cabinet into an efficient storage space in just a few simple steps. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost...
How to Make Cream Cheese
Making rich, tangy cream cheese at home couldn’t be easier. With just a couple of ingredients and a few minutes of hands-on time, you can make up a dish of fresh cream cheese at home. Learn how to make cream cheese using our top two favorite recipes. Plus be sure to...
How to Make Sour Cream
Delightfully creamy with a slight tang, this probiotic sour cream is a great addition to taco night! Learn how to make a jar of sour cream at home using our top two super simple recipes. In our household we love dairy. We use low pasteurized dairy from a local farmer...
Herbed Deviled Egg Recipe
Creamy, savory and full of plenty of delicious herbs, this easy deviled egg recipe has been a family favorite for years. Whip up batch in just minutes for your next meal or party. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra...
How to Start an Herb Garden
Starting an herb garden is a great way to include fresh flavor into your meals or to begin building a natural medicine cabinet. Learn how to start an herb garden, wherever you live, in this gardening guide. I love growing herbs. There are so many varieties to choose...
Berry Fruit Snack Recipe
Add extra nutrients into your diet while supporting a healthy digestion system with these homemade berry fruit snacks. Made with only 3 ingredients and no sugar, these gummies are a tasty treat for both kids and adults. Healthy snacks are hard to come by these days....
Sweet and Mild BBQ Beef Jerky
Packed full of protein with a sweet and smokey flavor, this homemade bbq beef jerky recipe will become a must have snack in your pantry. I’m always looking for a healthy snack recipe for my family. You know the ones that aren’t highly processed, have low sugar,...