If you’re inspired to learn the art of wreath-making, all you need are a few tools and some foraged greenery. Follow these five steps exactly and you’ll have a professional looking wreath in a couple of hours. The Wreath-Making Tradition If you’re like me, growing up, making wreaths was something the matriarchs did–my mother and…
How many times have you daydreamed about living on the land and providing for yourself? Well, the truth is, most homesteaders aren’t 100% self-sufficient, especially modern homesteaders, who are all about connecting with others and living a balanced life. We’re here to help you brainstorm and bring your homesteading dream to fruition. This is your…
Learning to make homemade lip balm will save you countless dollars and is also a fun DIY project. This project is beginner-friendly–all you need are a few ingredients and a little patience. You’ll be stocking your friends and family up on natural lip balm in no time, just like our homemade soap recipe and our…
If you’re like me, there comes a point in the harvest season where I let my garden go. It starts wilting, it starts drooping, and I stop watering it regularly. It creeps up on me, then all of a sudden snow is on the forecast and I don’t have a plan. This year, I tried…
In our house, sprouts are a healthy splurge. They’re not a regular grocery item, but a special treat we’ll pick up here and there. They have a way of jazzing up any plate of food. Plain ole salad? Throw some sprouts on top! A ham sandwich? Add some chickpea sprouts. Craving an over the top…
Homesteading isn’t about owning land–it’s a way of life. It’s a mentality–a commitment to doing things the all-natural way, the wholesome way, the integrated way. It’s the hard way, but it’s also the beautiful way. There are so many homesteading skills that anyone can pick up–whether you live in the city, the suburbs, a small…
Learning to sew can be daunting. However, taking baby steps–like learning how to sew a coffee filter or how to sew a banneton basket–is a great way to bite the bullet and learn to sew. The startup cost is minimal, and the clothes you will be able to rescue and mend will make learning this…
Learning how to compost is a great way to get started on homesteading with no money, and even while living in the city. Composting can be an important practice if you want to live a sustainable lifestyle and produce minimal waste. Read on to learn how to compost, no matter where you live. Reduce, reuse,…
If you have a passion for homesteading, don’t hesitate to get started. Although homesteading has traditionally been a form of self-sufficient living on a plot of land, “modern homesteading” is a way to get started even if you’re broke. Modern homesteading is simply a way of partaking in the aspects of homesteading that are accessible…
What is Water Bath Canning? Water bath canning is a way to preserve high-acidicity foods through a natural process. By following this USDA-approved method, you can pickle things like peppers, onions, and olives. You can store jams and jellies through the winter, or can tomato sauce, salsa, kimchee, and saurkraut. Learn these simple steps to…
