Hang Drying Laundry Indoors
How I hang dry clothes indoors when it’s rainy or freezing outside. You only need a few helpful items, and a little time and patience!
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My Zero Dollar Laundry Room Makeover
Here it is guys. Proof that you don’t need a dime to give a new look to any room in your home!
Can Rabbits Eat Potatoes? Is it Safe?
It’s no secret that wild and domestic rabbits alike eat a diet that is primarily made up of greenery: grass in the wild, hay in captivity, and a mixture of leafy greens in both settings. But they also, occasionally, get other sorts of vegetables and plant matter in their diet though they don’t need much. … Read more
What Exactly is Gray Water?
Nowadays, there’s a great societal emphasis placed on personal water conservation. For those living in dry climates or rural areas where this resource is scarce- and especially for homesteaders- it’s critical to get as much “value” or use out of your water supply as possible. Though to some folks the idea of reusing water is … Read more
22 Play Garden Ideas for Your Kids
With the arrival of my son last September, I found myself chomping at the bit to find ways to get him outside – and my research led me to instructions on how to build a play garden for kids. I have to be patient for now. After all, he’s not even a year old! However, … Read more
56 Ways To Reduce Your Trash
If you are looking for ways to reduce your trash, you are not alone! People around the world are looking to create a positive impact on the planet by reducing their waste that ends up in landfills, oceans, etc. According to the EPA, of the over 290 million tons of solid waste produced in 2018, … Read more
15 Ways to Use Cedarwood Oil Around Your House
Cedarwood essential oil has long been appreciated for its aromatic, woodsy smell, but what you may not know is that it has antiseptic and preservative properties. If you’re a homesteader, or are just looking for a great, easy-to-find oil to help you address multiple challenges in and around your home, this is a great oil … Read more
Here’s How To Stop A Caught Swarm From Leaving
Keeping a caught swarm of honeybees from leaving can seem like a daunting endeavor, but following a few simple steps you should have the wild bees making honey and wax for you in short order. Spring is the typical time that you can most easily spot a swarm of honeybees, although it is possible to … Read more
19 Ways To Get Rid of Weeds Without Chemicals
No-one wants the hard work, money and energy that they have invested in creating a garden to be ruined by weeds. It’s sometimes a temptation to go to the store and buy an environmentally friendly product that say it will eliminate the problem. But just as it isn’t necessary to use toxic chemicals to prevent … Read more
55 Ways to Use Vinegar on the Homestead
Vinegar is one of those staples that I always keep in stock around my house and homestead. I rely heavily on it, using it as an alternative to harsh chemicals and other abrasive agents. Not only can it be used for a large variety of recipes in the kitchen, but it’s also a super miracle … Read more
5 DIY Natural Shower Cleaner Easy Recipes
Cleaning the shower is about as much fun as cleaning the oven. That is probably why we all put it off until it is absolutely necessary. Successfully completing this tedious chore does not mean you have to resort to the use of potentially toxic chemicals in your bathroom. On average, household cleaners like the shower … Read more
30+ Chores You Should Do on Your Homestead This Winter
Just because the days are shorter and the temps are colder doesn’t mean there isn’t work that still needs to be done! There’s always something to do on a homestead.
30 Cream of Tartar Uses That Will Surprise You
Cream of tartar is just something you put on fish, right? Oh, heck no. There are a plethora of uses for the little white powder both around the house, and as part of natural home remedies. Not only can cream of tartar be highly beneficial when baking, it is also an active base ingredient in … Read more
DIY Natural Bathroom Cleaner – Only 3 Ingredients!
DIY all-natural all-purpose bathroom cleaners cost only pennies to make, and do not release potentially harmful or fumes waft inside of your home. Because of proprietary laws, manufacturers are not even required to tell us exactly what goes into many of the cleaning products, air fresheners, and fragrances that might be sitting in your cabinet … Read more
38 Uses for Borax in and Around Your Home
If you walk the laundry section in the grocery store, you’ll find borax in a plain-looking box with a wagon train on the front of the box. 20 Mule Team Borax is made in the United States starting in 1891, and borax deserves a place in your homestead cabinets. As homesteaders, we love versatile items. … Read more
DIY Glass and Window Cleaner
Cleaning your glass and windows and being left with a streak free shine does not require the use of costly and possibly harmful, store-bought glass cleaners. Removing grit and grime from glass, and leaving the surface looking beautiful can be easily accomplished with this DIY natural glass cleaner for mere pennies on the dollar. Are … Read more