A spinning wheel can be an invaluable asset to any homestead. In addition to being able to transform animal-sourced fibers like sheep, alpaca, or goat fleeces into usable fibers, they can also be used ...
The Beginner’s Guide to Making Scented Candles
Scented candles are the perfect way to bring elegance, fragrance, and warmth to your home. But buying candles can be expensive. Who hasn't flipped over a fantastic-smelling candle at some cute ...
8 Exciting Spring Sewing Ideas To Try This Year
Spring is an excellent time for starting new projects and setting goals for the year ahead. It's a busy time for homesteaders, but there are those days when the weather takes a turn for the worse, and ...
6 Essential Blacksmithing Tools to Get You Started
Are you thinking of trying out blacksmithing? If so, you're going to have so much fun! This age-old craft has seen a remarkable resurgence in recent years and is an excellent homesteading skill to ...
Blacksmithing for Beginners: Here’s How to Get Started
Blacksmithing has been around since at least 1500 BC and its still going strong today. But because it isn't widely practiced, blacksmithing for beginners can feel like jumping in the deep end of the ...
All About Handspun Yarn and Why Its Best For You and the Planet
Handspun yarn is a traditional fiber crafted from wool. In your journey to self-sufficiency, knowing how to make your own textiles is a killer skill to have. But even if you aren't interested in ...
4 DIY Conditioner Recipes to Make Your Hair Shiny and Healthy
Those of us who are conscious about the chemicals we use on our bodies like to make our personal care products. Commercial hair care products are often filled with toxic chemicals. When we make our ...
How to Tie Dye or Dip Dye Yarn to Add a Fun Element to Your Projects
Yarn comes in a huge range of colors, but sometimes you buy a skein and wish it had a little more pizzazz. Or maybe you're making your own yarn, and you're tired of dyeing it all one color. Maybe ...
How to Make a Scrumptious Puff Quilt in 6 Easy Steps
Quilts come in all shapes and sizes and are labors of love to put together. That said, a puff quilt is one of the easiest, entry-level types you can make. They don't require the same skills that ...