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DIY

Homesteading involves making a lot of things from scratch: your own shampoo, your own furniture, toys, compost bins, candles, soap, and many,m many more.

You’ll find step-by-step instructions.

Living Without Electricity: 10 Essentials to Get Right

March 18, 2023 by Kendra Lynne

10 tips for surviving a prolonged power outage.

Categories DIY 15 Comments

Converting An Electric Sewing Machine To Non-Electric With A Treadle (Foot Pedal) or Hand Crank

November 24, 2021 by Kendra Lynne

I would so much rather my electric sewing machine be one that I could still use when the power goes out for good!!

Categories DIY 12 Comments

How To Make Your Own Water Filter

March 17, 2023 by Kendra Lynne

Here’s a cool, money saving Do-It-Yourself project!

Categories DIY 8 Comments

How To Make A Newspaper Basket

November 22, 2022 by Kendra Lynne
finished newspaper basket

Here’s a great way to save some money on making gift baskets for the holidays, or any other time for that matter!

Categories DIY Tags projects 8 Comments

DIY Canned Food Rotation Shelves

March 20, 2020 by Kendra Lynne

You could buy one of these, if you want to spend over $30 for each one! Or… you could make your own, for FREE!! Check out how it’s done.

Categories DIY 1 Comment

27 Frugal Soapmaking Tips and Tidbits

November 20, 2022 by Kendra Lynne

Lessons from Butterberry Farm, and money saving soap making tips.

Categories DIY 2 Comments
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kendra lynne
"Hi! I'm Kendra. I'm a wife, mother, and homesteader. I love everything that has to do with simple living. I'm a canning instructor, an avid gardener, and a constant learner of old-fashioned skills. Here is where I share it all. Welcome to the adventure!"
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