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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...
How to Build a Raised Herb Garden
Start growing a variety of herbs this summer by building a simple raised herb garden. Made with easy-to-install stones and wooden dividers, this budget friendly project is a great way to get fresh food into your life. Learn how to create this raised bed by reading the...
Easy DIY Planter Box
Grow vegetables, herbs or plants in this DIY planter box. Simple and easy to build, this wooden planter can be created in less than an hour with just a few supplies. Great for beginners! Get the step by step planter box plans below. Every spring I seem to add a new...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The All-Natural Home Handbook
Get 17 easy DIY recipes for your health and home in this FREE eBook! Learn how to make soap, lotion, cosmetics and home cleaning products using herbs and essential oils. Make sure you scroll to the bottom of this post to grab your FREE digital booklet. Your Natural...
Back to Eden Garden Method
Learn how to grow a regenerative organic garden with minimal weeds, no tilling and higher crop yields by starting a back to eden style of garden. Discover the tips and tricks we learned about gardening over the last several years. No till. No pesticides. Minimal...
Lemon Thyme Kitchen Cleaner
Ditch the chemical laden cleaning products. Cut through grease, grime and dirt with this DIY lemon thyme kitchen countertop cleaner. A simple, effective cleaning solution made with herbs and essential oils. Homemade DIY Cleaner Dirt. Dust. Grime. These seem to be the...
Achy Joint and Muscle Balm
Are your joints or muscles feeling sore and tired? Use this homemade achy joint and muscle balm to relieve your pain! Made with organic herbs, shea butter and essential oils, your body will be feeling better in no time. For many of us, gardening is all about the...
How to Care for Chickens in the Winter
Keeping your chickens healthy throughout the winter doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn how to care for your flock during the cold weather with these 6 useful tips and tricks. No one wants to be cooped up all winter. That age old saying doesn’t just apply to you...
Citrus Spice Crockpot Potpourri
Fill your home with the warm fragrance of citrus spice, while combating the cool, dry winter days with this easy-to-make crockpot potpourri recipe. Citrus. Spice. And everything nice. That is just what an all-natural potpourri recipe should smell like! Several years...
10 Ways to Save Money on Your Homestead
Looking to reduce costs on your homestead? Discover our top 10 favorite ways to save money with our old fashioned frugal living tips. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. In any case, I only link to...
How to Make Dryer Balls
Skip the chemical laden dryer sheets. Instead, learn how to make a set of long lasting, natural wool dryer balls to soften your laundry and reduce drying time. Money-saving. All natural. Those are two phrases I like to abide by on our homestead. This past spring our...