It was about four or five years ago when my husband and I started exploring alternative methods to gardening. We were working ourselves to death outside and wondered if there were any other methods ...
45 Best Greenhouse Plants to Make the Most out of Your Space
A greenhouse is what started it all for us around our homestead. I saw it on a television show one day and thought, “Why don’t I have one of those? Then I can grow what I want when I want.” Well, ...
49 Delicious Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes to Get Your Day Started
What beverage do you reach for first thing in the morning? Are you someone that loves to sip on herbal tea first thing, or do you reach for hot chocolate? What about water? Or are you like me and ...
9 Effective Solutions on How to Get Rid of Japanese Beetles
Did you know that Japanese beetles only come out about 6-8 weeks out of the year for a feeding period? Who would have ever thought that those little creatures could do so much damage in only a few ...
How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar in 7 Steps (and 3 Mistakes to Avoid)
Are you new to the homesteading way of life? Or are you just looking for a few extra ways to save money or live healthier? Maybe you have been homesteading for a while, but you are just now making ...
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Tiny House?
Do you love the tiny house trend that is flooding our nation? Well, I personally am a huge fan of it because I love the idea of not having a ton of debt wrapped up in a house. I also love the fact ...
8 Big Reasons to Build Backyard Ponds to Improve Your Home
I’ve never really considered myself a ‘pond’ girl. You know? One of those people that love the idea of having a pond on their property. Well, I learned through our recent house shopping experiences ...
How to a Pressure Canner Correctly to Preserve Almost Any Food
Did you know that you don’t have to shop at the grocery store? It is kind of a mind-blowing concept considering how dependent we are upon modern conveniences. But truthfully, if your grocery budget ...
10 Achievable Steps to Building Your Own Home and Living the Dream
Have you ever considered building your own home? There is a lot to consider if you take on this project. However, just because you build your own home, doesn’t mean that you have to be the one that ...