Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
Do you have an over abundance of tomatoes? Are you looking for tasty ways to preserve tomatoes? These 11 recipes are all excellent ways to keep your....
Self Sufficient Living is a great way to make sure your family is prepared for anything. Don't miss these Tips For Self Sufficient Living that are easy to do!
Do you have an overabundance of potatoes? These are all great ways to preserve potatoes and to keep them from going bad!
Dehydrating food is one of the oldest methods of food preservation, and it works just as well now as it did back then! It's incredibly easy to dehydrate food at home, either in a food
Would you like to have garlic on hand at all times? Would you like to discover ways to preserve garlic to keep your garlic supply from going bad? These....
Do you have an over abundance of tomatoes? Are you looking for tasty ways to preserve tomatoes? These 11 recipes are all excellent ways to keep your....
Canning beets can be done in several ways, but this recipe captures the flavor of Canning Plain Beets.
Creating your own potting soil make you self-sufficient and saves you money. We show you how easy it is to create quality, nutritious, healthy potting soil.
This simple recipe for homemade mozzarella cheese requires no fancy equipment, no microwave, and very little time. Best of all, it tastes amazing!
The day has finally arrived, to share this tallow soap recipe, my friends. It's amazing all the things you can do with a big blob of beef fat!
Rennet is needed to make curds for cheesemaking. Sustainable sources can be hard to find. Learn how to make rennet on the homestead!
Fresh mozzarella is one of the quickest and easiest cheeses to make! It only takes about half an hour and you can eat it right away!
Did you know there are over a dozen ways to preserve eggplant? Really! I'll give you step by step instructions for each method!
This guide lists out the best animals for 1 acre homesteads, how much room they need to thrive, where to locate their housing & the benefits to consider before deciding to add them to your homestead.
Discover essential tips and insights for starting your homesteading journey. Perfect for beginners looking to embrace self-sufficient living.
Tips for growing your own loofahs! This spring plant luffa in your garden and have homegrown sponges by the end of summer.
Learn how to freeze your green bean harvest with a simple tutorial, and learn about other methods of preserving your string beans too!
Do you want to start composting but feel overwhelmed? Try these 15 composting tips for beginners and start your compost pile today!
Buy tomatoes while they're cheap this summer and you'll be enjoying your bounty all winter long in soups and stews with this homemade tomato paste.
Whole canned blackberries are perfect for baking and they keep their shape and flavor through the canning process. Add brandy and spices for extra warmth, or leave them out for plain canned blackberries.
Green tomato recipes are an old fashioned tradition meant to ensure every last bit of the harvest is put to good use. Don't let those underripe tomatoes go to waste, there are so many creative
Permaculture is a well-designed garden or landscape where you see the harmony between nature and available resources. In permaculture, we adopt different techniques and principles…
Make your own bacon at home by curing it yourself! This recipe works with or without a smoker!
Discover essential tips and insights for starting your homesteading journey. Perfect for beginners looking to embrace self-sufficient living.
Wondering what to do with elderberries? Here are a bunch of ideas for putting them to use-- including the basics of finding, harvesting, and prepping!
This Canned Ketchup Recipe tastes like Heinz ketchup! Homemade ketchup is made from ripe tomatoes, spices, and vinegar. Achieve that perfectly tart and sweet ketchup that is not runny! It gets highly raved and is surprisingly easy! I share all the tips and secrets on how to make creamy ketchup at home easily!
Do you have a large crop of tomatoes in the garden? Try some of these ideas to preserve tomatoes and replace your store bought items with homemade ones!
Don't let all the extra zucchini from your garden go to waste! Learn the How to Freeze Zucchini to make healthy tasty meals later.
Ever wondered where to place your compost bin to get the best results? Choosing the right spot makes all the difference in how fast your compost breaks down, and if it even works at all. Check out all of our tips for success. #GreenLiving #GardenTips #SustainableLiving #Composting101 #homesteading
We’ll show you how to preserve radish in the root cellar, fridge, and freezer, and how to make radish pesto and pickled radishes.
This sauce is great for either freezing or canning, and the fire-factor is whatever level you want it to be.
Goldenrod is helpful for making salves for sore muscles, tea for your kidneys, and may be useful for respiratory woes.
Pectin is an important ingredient when making homemade jams, jellies, and preserves. Here's how to make your own at home.
It's incredibly easy to freeze fresh chives, so you can preserve the harvest whenever you have a glut of this flavourful herb.
I may receive a commission if you purchase something mentioned in this post. More details here. The appearance of stinging nettles in my neighborhood is exciting, because it marks the beginning of the foraging season! Last year, spring came in so late that we were desperate enough to go collect nettles that had just barely […]
