There’s a cozy, rustic feel to burlap. It’s not soft or silky. It’s thick and textured, and rough, and reminds us of its agricultural origins. You can harness this mood to use around the homestead ...
How to Make an Exquisite Pine Needle Basket in 5 Easy Steps
It's said that necessity is the mother of all invention, and humans are certainly an inventive lot. Trees have been some of our greatest resources for tools and crafts (as well as food and medicine) ...
Refurbishing a Stunning Antique Spinning Wheel: Tips and Tricks
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Making Amigurumi: A Beginner’s Guide to This Adorable Yarn Art
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making crochet animals and toys. The word comes from the words “ami,” which means crocheted or knitted, and “nuigurumi,” which means stuffed doll or toy. Amigurumi ...