Many people start dreaming about homesteading when they're living in the city in an apartment. That's actually how I got started! I was living in a shared flat in downtown Toronto, dreaming of a more ...
How to Grow Horsetail in Your Garden
Horsetail is one of the most low-maintenance plants out there. In addition to providing visual interest and texture to your property, it also helps to build soil health, and has numerous household and ...
The Best Plant Sources of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is notoriously difficult to find in plant-based foods. As a result, many vegans are deficient in this vitamin specifically because of its scarcity in most fruits and vegetables. In fact, ...
How to Weave a Willow Basket with Young Shoots (Whips)
Have you noticed how handy baskets can be? Whether you're foraging, planting, or just carrying supplies, these things are pretty much invaluable. They're also quite easy to make! Let's grab some nice, ...
How to Make Your Own Handkerchiefs
Did your grandparents carry handkerchiefs? Chances are they did, and these reusable cloths are coming back into style – big time. Far from being unhygienic (as many of us have been led to believe), ...
How to Make Weed Tea Fertilizer to Boost Your Garden
Sorry, everyone. This isn't a recipe for a tasty cannabis beverage. When we talk about "weed tea," we're referring to a nutrient-rich liquid fertilizer made from common garden weeds. If you're keen on ...
How to Make a Simple Pair of Knit Socks
Whether you're new to knitting or have been playing with yarn for a while, you may be interested in learning how to knit socks. These are immensely handy items to know how to create, and You can ...
How to Crochet a Sun Hat with Twine
If you spend a lot of time working outside, you'll need a good sun hat. Just about every gardener, farmer, and homesteader has experienced a bad burn or sunstroke at some point. Since we really don't ...
How to Make Herbal Hydrosols on the Stovetop
If you're new to creating medicines and personal care products, the wide range of labels and names might be confusing. For example, just about everyone is familiar with essential oils, but what about ...