Would you like to jumpstart your growing season? You can by starting your seeds indoors this winter. Not only does it let you begin gardening in late winter or early spring when the ground is too cold to plant outside, but indoor seed-starting can save you money. Seeds are … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Prepare For Your Spring Garden
The days are short, the weather is cold, and your garden may seem like a distant memory. However, winter is the time to get started if you’d like a bountiful garden when warm weather arrives. You can get started today, and the best part is, you don’t even have to leave your … [Read more...]
How To Survive If You Are Stranded Outside In The Winter
You are on a cross country skiing or snowshoeing adventure with friends. Your family is seeking a fresh-cut Christmas tree from the forest. You want to escape the lights of the city to gaze at the wonders of the winter sky. You get turned around on a cold-weather hike in the … [Read more...]
How To Cut Your Electric Bill In Half
The United States is the world’s biggest consumer of electricity in terms of per capita usage. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average residential customer uses approximately 909 kilowatts per hour every month or around 10,909 per year. How much … [Read more...]
14 Forgotten Emergency Foods You Should Stockpile
Shelves? Check. Water? Check Rice? Check. Beans? Check. Canned vegetables? Check. For many people, preparing an emergency food supply ends right about here. Okay, maybe you can add in granola bars, powdered milk, and trail mix as well. However, if you complete your … [Read more...]
The Magic of Ginger: 11 Uses and Health Benefits
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. It’s an ingredient in holiday cookies and breads. It’s served in pickled … [Read more...]
17 Reasons to Stockpile Cinnamon
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Cinnamon is not guaranteed to cure, treat, or prevent any disease. Much more research needs to be done. Please talk to your doctor before using cinnamon for any of the maladies … [Read more...]
25 Reasons To Stockpile Borax
In the laundry detergent section of most grocery stores, you will notice an old-fashioned looking product with a wagon train on the label. First introduced to Americans in 1891, 20 Mule Team Borax is made in the U.S. by Henkel, a subsidiary of the Dial Corporation. The … [Read more...]
17 Houseplants That Will Keep The Bugs Away
Did you know that you can add beauty and fresh oxygen to your indoor environment while keeping insects away at the same time? Many houseplants serve as natural insect repellants, so by adding them to your home, you can deter pests while making your home look and smell … [Read more...]
12 Herbs and Veggies That Grow Well in The Summer Heat
We wait all fall and winter for warmer temperatures so we can plant and enjoy our vegetable garden. But sometimes we get too much of a good thing. If your garden got scorched by intense temperatures last summer, you may be looking to add some more heat tolerant vegetables this … [Read more...]
15 Practical Uses For Tea Tree Oil
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. If you are looking for ways to streamline the products you use for personal … [Read more...]
37 Garden Plants That Must Be Kept Separate
You’ve probably heard about companion gardening – the concept of planting certain plants near each other for natural benefits such as better growth, higher yields, and pest control. However, you may not realize that just as some plants grow better together, others do not. In … [Read more...]
12 Home Remedies for Poison Ivy That Really Work
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Ahh, spring. Flowers are blooming. Insects are humming. And poison ivy is … [Read more...]
50 Frugal Living Tips For Homesteaders
If there is one word used most frequently to describe the homesteading lifestyle, it is “frugal.” The modern frugal homesteader is someone who embraces and makes the most of what they have – be it food, clothing, tools, and other belongings. Homesteaders embrace the concept of … [Read more...]
9 Perennial Herbs To Plant Now And Enjoy Every Year
When you think of an herb garden, do you picture a row of small plants on your kitchen window ledge? An indoor herb garden is an easy and enjoyable way to grow fresh herbs for your recipes. However, you don’t need to stop there. Some herbs are perennials that you can plant … [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 … [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 … [Read more...]
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