Heidi Hawthorn, Author at Homestead Survival Site

How to Make a Plantain Salve for Skin Problems

Learn to make a powerful plantain salve to naturally treat bug bites, rashes, burns, and more — simple, effective, and chemical-free.

Make sure you know which foods chickens can and can’t eat! Get a complete list of safe treats, toxic foods, and tips for feeding chickens.

Wondering what happens under martial law? Here’s what the government could do including curfews, confiscations, restrictions, and more.

Learn how to make a simple, natural DIY mosquito repellent with vanilla extract. Smells amazing, safe for kids, and surprisingly effective.

Learn how to make a primitive fishing kit using nettles, thorns, and natural materials, perfect for bushcraft and wilderness survival.

You can grow any of these powerful natural painkillers at home. Learn how herbs like arnica, turmeric, and ginger can help relieve pain.

Make a DIY cayenne pepper pain relief balm with olive oil, beeswax, and essential oils to ease joint, muscle, and nerve pain naturally.

Here are over 100 classic recipes with 5 ingredients or less. These recipes are delicious, easy to make, and don’t take long.

Build a DIY chicken feeder that keeps your flock fed for up to a month. Easy PVC design reduces waste and keeps feed dry and secure.

Build a cheap rainwater collection system using a 32-gallon trash can. Perfect for gardening, pool refills, and water conservation.