Has anyone ever dismissed a home remedy you used with the comment, “Oh, that’s just an old wives’ tale”? The phrase “old wives’ tale” is often used to describe an old cure or piece of wisdom that has been passed down through the generations. The “tales” include treatments for everything from toothaches to toddler misbehavior, and they vary widely … [Read more...]
How To Create An Edible Food Forest
Yes, You Can Eat Everything That Grows in a Forest. But Only if You Plant It Yourself. Many of us who like to wild forage know an unfortunate fact about nature: Most wild plants are toxic, if not poisonous. Want to save this post for later? Click Here to Pin It on Pinterest! Here are the facts: Cautious estimates indicate that up to … [Read more...]
How To Make Delicious Probiotic Lemonade
If you have digestive problems of any kind, probiotics might be the solution. My husband suffered from gastritis for years. It's like acid reflux, only the acid eats away at the lining of your stomach instead of your throat. He tried all sorts of supposed remedies, but the thing that finally worked was probiotics. Every day he either takes a … [Read more...]
How To Turn Your Leftovers Into A Thriving Garden
Homesteaders are the ultimate recyclers. You re-purpose jars, buckets, and clothing, and you find ways to fix and reuse things that many people today would toss in the garbage. However, you may be overlooking a recycling project that is easy, economical, and right under your nose after dinner. I'm talking about kitchen scraps. Did you know you … [Read more...]
Raising Goats 101: Here’s How To Get Started
As a homesteader, you are always looking for what works best on your land and anything that might add to your lifestyle or augment your goals. Goats are often an overlooked option, but they will add value to many farmsteads. There are many reasons you may want to consider these ruminants among your livestock. Want to save this post for later? … [Read more...]
7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got Pigs
Pigs are a great animal for homesteaders for many reasons, the most important of which is that they literally turn vegetables into bacon! For the amount of money you spend on feed, you'll get a huge return on your investment in the form of bacon, ham, pork chops, and more. Of course, there are other advantages to owning pigs. They grow very … [Read more...]
How to Make Beef Jerky in an Air Fryer
Beef jerky happens to be one of my husband’s favorite snacks, and I sure love some homemade beef jerky as well. When our dehydrator died over a year ago, I realized that we wouldn’t have jerky for some time. At Christmastime, I researched new choices for an air fryer for my husband. He has one, but he wanted a second. That’s when I found out … [Read more...]
8 Homemade Weed Killer Sprays That Really Work
Homemade weed killer sprays not only help you kill all the bad weeds in your garden, they also save you money - and without the use of toxic chemicals. While some weeds can actually be very good to have in and around your garden, many will steal nutrients from the soil that your crops, herbs, and medicinal plants need in order to thrive. Pulling … [Read more...]
How To Kill Moles In Your Garden Or Yard
There is some debate about whether moles are a problem for gardeners. Some people argue that moles will aerate your soil, eat grubs and pests, and give you free fertilizer. On the other hand, they can dig up freshly planted seed beds, uproot brand new plants, and generally make a mess of everything. Whether or not you want to get rid of moles in … [Read more...]
17 Houseplants That Remove Toxins From The Air
When I was a child, my mother often shooed my brother and me out of the house with the words, “You two need some fresh air.” I remember thinking at the time that she just wanted some peace and quiet. Years later when I found myself saying the same words to my own kids, I realized that craving a few moments of silence was only part of the … [Read more...]
25 Homestead Items You Forgot To Buy
If you are in the beginning stages of your journey as a homesteader, you may be a bit overwhelmed by all the stuff you need to get. There are lists galore of basic tools and supplies for a well-stocked homestead. However, while you endeavor to purchase the best kitchen mixer or power saw at the best price, you may be overlooking some key things … [Read more...]
Chickens Not Laying Eggs? Here’s What To Do
Have your chickens been laying fewer eggs than they used to or stopped altogether? Some people think there's nothing they can do about this and that they'll just have to wait for their chickens to start producing more eggs again. Fortunately, that's not true at all. There are many things that could be causing your chickens' egg production to … [Read more...]
If You See These Weeds, Don’t Kill Them! Here’s Why
If you're a gardener, you probably spend a good deal of time thinking about how to prevent weeds from taking over your beds. When left unchecked, weeds can take valuable space and nutrients away from our plants. Pulling weeds that do take root can be a time-consuming and arduous task. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines a weed as “a plant … [Read more...]
How to Make Soap from Fat and Ashes
DIY Soap is Easier Than You Think, but it Takes Some Time and Requires Some Caution There’s very little in the history books on the invention of soap. Some stories on the Internet claim it occurred when someone picked up some wet ashes from a fire that had been mixed with drippings of animal fat and were surprised to see it had cleansing … [Read more...]
The Easiest Way To Kill Flies
If you're at all like me and my family, you're going outside and back inside constantly. And if you also have pets and livestock, you're probably attracting lots of flies to your property. So until someone invents a way to get outside without opening a door, you're going to have flies buzzing around your home. I don't really mind having a few … [Read more...]
12 Ways to Stop Weeds Without Herbicides
Weed control is one of the most critical aspects of growing a healthy garden. But if you don’t want to rely on harmful herbicides, you have to be creative about the way you control weeds. Whether you are trying to grow an organic garden or simply prepping for a time when herbicides might not be available, there are plenty of natural methods you … [Read more...]
Top 5 Birds To Raise On Your Homestead
Poultry birds are essential to the sustainability of a homestead. It is simply the most economical way to provide protein for the kitchen table in both good times and bad. While a chicken surely cannot provide the same amount of meat as a cow or even a goat, they are far cheaper to both purchase and raise. I love raising cattle, but we have a … [Read more...]
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