Editor's Note: Anna wrote this article before we realized how serious the coronavirus pandemic would be. Most of the country is under stay-at-home orders, so now is not the best time to visit the Goodwill store. However, please save this information until it's safe to go out … [Read more...]
50+ Ways To Make Money With a Homestead
Living the homestead lifestyle offers a sense of freedom and satisfaction. However, you may have taken a drastic cut in income to make your dream of self-sufficiency a reality. Whether you are looking for a full-time salary or a supplemental income, there are many ways to make … [Read more...]
8 Smart Ways to Reuse Coffee Grounds
Coffee is good for more than a jolt of energy in the morning. You can take coffee a step further by reusing your coffee grounds long after your cup of joe is gone. In this video, Household Hacker identifies eight smart ways you can reuse coffee grounds around your home and … [Read more...]
35 Amazing Uses for Mason Jars
To realize the many ways you can use a mason jar, you just have to think outside the jar. They’re inexpensive and you can find them at most stores and online. They come in many shapes and sizes, and some of the ideas below even make use of the metal lids. Want to save this … [Read more...]
25 Excellent Uses for Epsom Salts
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. Epsom salts are one of the cheapest and most versatile items you can buy. … [Read more...]
17 Uses for Vicks VapoRub
Vicks VapoRub is a common cold remedy that uses medicated vapors to help ease symptoms. Some of the main ingredients are camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus, and these help to relieve cough and nasal congestion. While most people use Vicks VapoRub when they have a cold, there are … [Read more...]
4 Reasons You Should NOT Live In A Tiny House
Tiny houses are a trend that has rapidly grown in popularity, and those who are attracted to the idea of minimalist lifestyle find the lack of upkeep, lower taxes, small environmental footprint, and other benefits of tiny houses very appealing. With that said, though, there a … [Read more...]
6 Cool Uses for Coffee Grounds
Under normal circumstances, coffee grounds are something that most people dispose of without a second thought. As it turns out, there are a number of cool and helpful uses for coffee grounds that you may have never considered. Want to save this post for later? Click Here to … [Read more...]
15 Homestead Supplies To Look For At Farm Auctions
Starting a homestead is an exciting endeavor, and sometimes it's an expensive one too. Searching for used equipment and bargains at farm auctions will save you a ton of money when first launching a self-reliant lifestyle on a survival homestead. Flea markets and yard sales are … [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...]
35 Off-Grid Uses for Metal 55-Gallon Drums
Being able to repurpose items into something new and beneficial is a hallmark of a prepared and innovative individual. Of course, some items are more versatile than others when it comes to being repurposed into something new. With that said, one of the most versatile items is … [Read more...]
7 Ways To Use Milk Jugs For Gardening
Are you throwing away plastic milk jugs every week? Stop it. The plastic in these jugs is sturdy, making them useful for a variety of purposes. For example, you can turn milk jugs into the following: funnels, dustpans, mini shovels, outdoor lamps, water markers, storage … [Read more...]
How to Cut Your Chicken Feed Bill by 25%
I've known people who got backyard chickens just to save money. They wanted to be able to eat eggs every day without buying several dozen eggs a week, but they soon realized they were just spending that money on chicken feed and other supplies instead. That's why saving money … [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...]
10 Homestead Passive Income Ideas
A couple years ago, we published an article about how to make money with your homestead. And just last week, we published a piece about how to make $1000 a month as a homesteader. However, the tips in these articles are about active income, not passive income. Active income is … [Read more...]
How To Make At Least $1000 a Month From Your Homestead
Making money with a homestead is not a difficult task, but it sure can be time-consuming. If you plan to make a living off of your homestead, it will require a time investment equal to a 40-hour per week job. Instead of quitting your job to live off the land immediately, make … [Read more...]
How To Make Liquid Laundry Detergent
I've been making my own laundry detergent for years, ever since my first son was less than a year old. We noticed he was getting mild rashes all over his body, but we couldn't figure out what was causing it. We bathed him every day and put lots of healing lotion on him, but … [Read more...]
