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How To DIY

Simple Coleslaw

Alright, I’d love to say that the cabbage and carrots are from the garden but they aren’t. Sometimes this…

Nov 15, 2024 Read →
Gardening

15 Essential Tools for Starting a Homestead Garden

Discover 15 essential tools for starting your homestead garden. Equip yourself for successful planting, weeding, and maintenance

Nov 11, 2024 Read →
Real Food Recipes

Best Green Bean Casserole Recipe: Creamy, Crispy, Homemade

Did you know Americans serve an estimated 20 million green bean casseroles during Thanksgiving alone? This beloved comfort food…

Nov 7, 2024 Read →
Homestead Stuff

Solar vs Generator: Best Power Options for Homesteads

Explore the pros and cons of solar power and generators for homesteading. Discover which option best fits your energy needs and budget.

Nov 3, 2024 Read →
Homemade Items

Why We Grow Our Own Food

CANCER… Enough said. Okay- just kidding. There’s lots to be said. There’s also heart disease, obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, & many…

Oct 29, 2024 Read →
Chickens

How to Build a Chicken Run in 5 Ridiculously Easy Steps

Ready to give your chickens the freedom they deserve while keeping them safe from predators? You’re in the right…

Oct 26, 2024 Read →
Chickens

How to Build a Chicken Coop In 5 Steps: Ultimate DIY Guide!

Are you ready to embark on a clucking good adventure? Then you might want to know how to build…

Oct 23, 2024 Read →
Chickens

Can Chickens Eat Celery? Yes, And It’s Highly Nutritious

As a chicken owner, you always look for nutritious treats to supplement your flock’s diet. But when it comes…

Oct 21, 2024 Read →
How To DIY

DIY toothpaste

Ugh! Gross! *Spit.* REPEAT. Yep! I can’t tell ya how many times a fly on the wall may have…

Oct 17, 2024 Read →