Knowing how to build a variety of different shelters is an invaluable skill to have. An earthbag dome house can be put together cheaply, quickly, and easily, and is ideal for any climate. Read on to ...
How to Repurpose Building Materials to Save Money and Time
There are always a lot of jobs to do on the homestead that require materials that can be expensive. To make things easier, it is a good idea to save as many materials as you can to use for future ...
How to Create the Perfect Raised Bed Garden
When you’re flicking through gardening magazines and see photo after photo of perfectly placed vegetables all lined up in a raised bed garden you might be thinking, how can you build this at ...
The Basics of Building a Yurt and How to Start Building One
If you dream of living off-grid but don't have the funding or aren't ready to build a permanent structure, you might want to consider building a yurt. A yurt is a traditional, nomadic structure ...
How To Build an Outdoor Sauna with Local Materials
Basking in a sauna for a while has been proven to offer a number of different health benefits, but not everyone can afford one. Instead, why not build one? But isn't it difficult? For a basic one, ...
How to Build an Outdoor Cob Oven for Under $30
If you're looking for a cheap, easy way to make sure you can cook outdoors, look no further! You can create a basic cob oven for under $30. You just need appropriate outdoor space, some strong hands, ...
How to Save Money by Building with Local Stones
When creating a garden or farm on a budget, it's smart to take advantage of local materials. I’ve built trellises, chicken coops, and mini greenhouses from salvaged materials. Similarly, using local ...
How to Create a Home Library and Inspire a Culture of Reading
Has your bookshelf exploded on to your floor? Does it span across your desk, into makeshift milk crate bookcases, and occupy every corner of your house not filled with furniture? Well…you are not ...
15 Tips and Ideas to Help You Create Decorative Garden Fences
I know fencing is not usually considered a “sexy” topic for gardeners and homesteaders. Often, we just consider them a necessary evil to keep pests like deer and dogs from ruining our beloved plants. ...