Looking for a fun and unique five senses activity to show your preschooler or kindergartener about their senses? Do a pickle science study...

These homemade einkorn waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Perfect for Sunday brunch, or a quick weekday breakfast. Get all the details for freezing these waffles, or just enjoy them fresh!

This homemade anti-itch cream is all natural and works great to stop the itching from bug bites and mild skin irritations. Ever since we moved out to the...

Vintage frugal tips for your homestead. It is no secret that the generations that came before us seemed to know these frugal tips as a way of life.

Make your own bacon at home by curing it yourself! This recipe works with or without a smoker!

Honey is used in place of sugar in this recipe for home-canned peaches. A perfect way to preserve the taste of summer all year long! * * * Peaches don’t grow well where we live. Out on Vancouver Island where it rains a good portion of the time, we get our share of fruits each

Explore the concept of modern cottage living and its embrace of minimalism in our latest article. Discover how to create stylish and serene spaces that blend the quaint charm of cottage design with the simplicity of minimalism for a truly timeless aesthetic.

Learn how to freeze your green bean harvest with a simple tutorial, and learn about other methods of preserving your string beans too!

Canning beets can be done in several ways, but this recipe captures the flavor of Canning Plain Beets.

This easy recipe for fried okra is made without buttermilk, and without cornmeal. Fried in coconut oil, it's a healthier option for this classic Southern recipe! Learn how to make the best fried okra today!

From cold frames to mini greenhouses, there are plenty of cheap & easy DIY Greenhouse ideas to choose from that will extend your grow season.

I know that everyone loves expensive tile. I get it. I really do. It’s lovely. But, because I’m sort of the strange Midwesterner who really likes practical things, I seriously LOVE SHEET VINYL FLOORING. Phew. I’m so glad that’s off my chest. We’ve actually done tile in our current bathroom and I HATE IT. There. […]

Learn how to identify, forage, harvest, dry and use yarrow's amazing beneficial properties.

Alva Herdevall och Anders Rydell bytte liv och köpte ett 1700-talstorp. Nu satsar de på självhushållning på vackra Krusenberg.

Build your own chicken coop! This modern style chicken coop is narrow in footprint to fit most anywhere, and looks great in urban to country backyards. This chicken coop fits 2-4 chickens, and has a built in egg box and run. It's easy to clean and feed and water. The coop is fully covered to stay dry, with options for shade and sun. This is a free, diy chicken coop plan - complete with step by step diagrams, shopping and cut lists and build video from Ana-White.com

Delicious homemade mayonnaise in less than 1 minute. Once you see how easy this mayo is to do at home, you won't ever want the store bought stuff again.

The fun part about making compound butters is that there isn’t really a bad combination. We love to build ours with a mix of fresh herbs, citrus zests, and garlic and onions.

Learn how to extend your kitchen cabinets to the ceiling. Upgrade your kitchen with this easy to follow tutorial for a more modern look...

Discover creative IKEA Kallax hacks and ideas for stylish storage solutions. Transform your home with these budget-friendly DIY projects!

These modern quilt patterns are perfect for the next generation of quilt lover. These aren't your grandmas quilts! Click for a full list.

A video tutorial showing you how to tie a quilt! Use this simple quilt tying technique to finish your quilt, or add handmade texture to your machine quilting. The supplies used include DMC Pearl Cotton thread #8 and a DMC Gold Eye embroidery needle.

Are you decorating a room without windows? There are easy ways to make it seem bigger, brighter, and more open. If you find yourself in the basement bedroom with no windows, don’t despair. There are plenty of ways to make the space feel bright and airy. Here are a few basement bedroom ideas, or perhaps...

It's easy to make an intensely fruity jam with absolutely no added pectin!

While coastal design has been popular for many years, a new emerging style of "modern coastal decor" is fast taking center stage. By following these simple tips, you can create a light and airy modern coastal vibe in your home that will make you feel relaxed and inspired.

20 Stunning Photos Of Modern Day Gypsies

These bread and butter pickles are the perfect balance of sweet, tangy and savory. They are a great addition to sandwiches, burgers or just straight out of the jar.

A step by step guide to show you exactly how to freeze cherries so you can stock up during the summer months and enjoy year round.

How to skim coat & smooth a textured wall, drywall or ceiling! Easy DIY home improvement & remodel project. Detailed tutorial, video & best beginner tips!

Making sauerkraut in a crock is the traditional way to prepare this probiotic vegetable ferment. While modern water locks make it easy to do small-batch sauerkraut in a mason jar, this old school method is

Removing the carpeting and installing Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring on our stairs was easier than we thought it would be. I'm going to share

These easy sourdough discard sheet pan pancakes are baked in the oven, rather than cooked in a pan, making them a quick and easy breakfast with minimal hands on time. Use 150g of sourdough discard to create this easy breakfast recipe!

If you’ve never tried raising ducks before, now is the time. While there is some know-how involved in maintaining a healthy, successful flock, this post will give you the knowledge you need in order to be successful.

Feverfew is making a comeback in modern gardens for both its medicinal value and attractive daisy-like blooms. Learn how to harvest and use feverfew now.

Fire ants can be a real pain, but fortunately, preventing and getting rid of them are easy. Here's what you should do.

Learning how to can peaches at home is a delicious and easy way to preserve peaches for later. Canning peaches is a water bath canning process, and this recipe for canned peaches can be made with honey or sugar!

These are the daily, weekly and monthly chores and duties on the homestead to prepare for when first beginning.

Step by step how to plan, prepare and then garden if your land has a slope. It doesn't have to be hard, just follow the steps.

How to keep a greenhouse warm without using electricity or solar panels. This DIy greenhouse uses barrels of water and a solar battery or water battery to keep warm in the winter.

30 easy ways to make a small kitchen look bigger. Lots of creative solutions to make the most of a small kitchen on any budget.