Homesteading

Air fresheners are a frequent addition to our monthly groceries and, while they aren’t horribly expensive, the purchases do add up significantly. Additionally, the scents are often overdone and they never last more than a minute or so. It doesn’t help that there are apparently chemicals in these commonly bought items which affect reproductive development. … Read more

Wood is a reliable source of heat for folks who don’t want to rely on electricity or gas for the purpose, and also works wonderfully as a backup heating method for either of the aforementioned methods. Be it in an open, traditional fireplace or a contemporary wood stove, wood is typically regarded as among the … Read more

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

Pumpkin spice and cinnamon soap not only smells as delicious as homemade pumpkin pie, but adds a bit of seasonal flourish to soap dishes in the kitchen and bath. The natural ingredients used to make the soap help nourish the skin, leaving it both looking and feeling fresh. Goat’s milk melt and pour soap bases … Read more

As a parent, you want to do everything in your power to help your child succeed. If your child is struggling with reading, you may be wondering if homeschooling is the right solution. You will make mistakes as a homeschooling parent, but don’t question your abilities! Most of the time, reading difficulties can be overcome … Read more

Making soap is a fun and rewarding way to create your own natural, personalized soap at home. Homemade soap recipes are often more cost-effective than store-bought options, and they also allow you to control the ingredients and customize the scent and texture to your liking. So, how do you avoid running out of soap? Well, … Read more

There are a lot of talks these days about homesteading, the resurgence of people wanting to grow their own food, raise their own animals, reduce societal dependence and generally be more self-sufficient. It is undoubtedly appealing. Some even claim to have significantly increased their income as a result of homesteading. But can homesteading be profitable? … Read more

When winter’s chill sets in, you might be left shivering in your own home, even with the furnace roaring. For millions of people around the world with inadequate heating in their homes or apartments, their ovens might be used to help heat up the living space. It’s a convenient way to warm, but is it … Read more

When determining how much water you and your family, or maybe even your animals, will need for a given period of time either when packing for a trip or expedition, or preparing for disaster, gallons is the most commonly used figure. Therefore, it is helpful to calculate your on-hand water storage accordingly. One way to … Read more

Prior to actually getting down to business, some homesteaders have a fanciful idea of what the work will require of them. Scattering a little seed, driving a few fence posts, plucking a couple of perfect veggies from rich, yielding soil. It is an idyllic notion, alright, but one that is far divorced from reality. Work … Read more

I’ll never forget the first time I used a water bath canner by myself. I was feeling pretty smug, going off a few experiences I had when canning tomatoes with my then-boyfriend (now husband). I knew what I was doing. I didn’t need to read and follow the instructions to a T. After all, canning … Read more

You may have seen the commercials for flushable diaper liners. The ads make it seem like these little sheets are a great way to keep your cloth diapers clean and get rid of their smelly contents quickly, easily, and sanitarily. What could be better? But there is plenty of complaining on the web about these … Read more

Most of us want to live on a homestead in order to get away from the hustle, bustle, and dangers of life that are associated with living in the thick of society. But, it isn’t all fluffy clouds on an impossibly blue sky when you live on a homestead. Homesteads are usually hard-working environments with … Read more

Anyone who depends on wood for primary or supplementary heating knows that the choice of wood is nearly as important as managing the fire itself. Every species of wood has unique properties that make it a better or worse choice than firewood. Birch is certainly beautiful and plentiful, but how does it perform as firewood? … Read more

You work hard to make your home and homestead into a place of refuge, peace, and security. But what happens when a trespasser enters your land, or worse, an intruder breaks into your home? Naturally, that sense of safety you’ve built up over time is going to be shattered. It can be a frightening and … Read more

Anyone who relies on wood for heating knows what a chore it can be processing a large supply. No matter what method you use, you’ll have your work cut out for you. Some folks assert that the job can be way harder, and more dangerous, if you try to split or chop wood while it … Read more