There are many situations, such as prolonged power outages, where it may be helpful to know how to make a basic oil candle. This Youtube video by Jiujitsu2000 gives direct and informational steps to do just that using vegetable oil. Want to save this post for later? Click Here … [Read more...]
30 Foods That Can Last Up To 30 Years
A lot of factors affect the shelf life of food: light, heat, humidity, and so forth. But one of the most important factors is the food itself. Some foods simply last longer than others, no matter the storage conditions. In this video from the Youtube channel, Reality Survival, … [Read more...]
10 Survival Uses for Nail Polish
There are a lot of everyday items around the home that can help you survive a disaster. One of them happens to be nail polish. In this video, Sensible Prepper talks about 10 ways nail polish can make surviving a disaster much easier. Here they are: Want to save this post for … [Read more...]
Oat & Honey Soap Recipe for Beginners
Ever think about making your own soap? If you've never done it before, this is a great recipe to start with. It's a hot process soap that’s really good for the skin and really easy to make. The recipe comes from a video on the Youtube channel, Elly's Everyday. Below is a … [Read more...]
12 Quick and Easy Garden Hacks
Are you new to gardening? Even if you aren't, you should check out the Youtube channel, Justin Rhodes. He's an experienced homesteader who is an absolute expert on growing food and raising chickens. In this video, he shares 12 gardening hacks that are easy and very effective. … [Read more...]
The 3 WORST Chicken Breeds
When deciding which chicken breeds to get, most homesteaders consider things like how noisy they are or how many eggs they produce. However, one of the most important factors is temperament. You want chickens that are friendly and easy to deal with. With that in mind, there … [Read more...]
Best and Worst Livestock for Beginners
If you're new to homesteading, you might be wondering which livestock to get first. That is the topic of this video from the Youtube channel, Homesteady. He breaks down the livestock into three tiers: beginners, medium level, and expert. We'll start with the easy tier. Want … [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...]
6 Sensational Gardening Hacks You Should Try
Here are some clever shortcuts to make gardening a little easier this year. They’re six simple tips that I found on an amazing Youtube channel called GrowVeg. If you follow these tips, you'll have a successful garden with less time, less effort, and less money. I typed up the … [Read more...]
Home Care for Coronavirus Patients with Mild Symptoms
Disclaimer: There is currently no known treatment for COVID-19. This article is for people who have very mild symptoms. However, if you have any trouble breathing, call your doctor, urgent care clinic, or emergency department. The coronavirus (designated as COVID-19) has not … [Read more...]
How Much Does Living On A Homestead Cost?
You might assume that homestead living will cost less than life in the big city, but not necessarily. You still have to be mindful of how you spend your money. The fact is, there are some key decisions you must make in order to make homestead living affordable. And that's the … [Read more...]
Easy French Bread in 10 Minutes for 30 CENTS
Here’s a way to make French bread in just 10 minutes of working time. The rest of the time, the bread is rising or the oven is doing the work. You can watch the whole process in this video by Big Family Homestead, but we'll share the recipe and some cooking tips. Want to … [Read more...]
10 Best Survival Foods from Your Local Grocery Store
If you’re planning to stock up your prepper pantry, you'll save a lot of money by going to your local grocery store instead of buying overpriced survival food online. In this video, Penny University lists ten items you can find at just about any supermarket. For the most part, … [Read more...]
How to Make Castile Soap (The Most Gentle Soap!)
Castile soap is a biodegradable soap made with olive oil, water, and lye. It was invented in Aleppo, Syria and brought by the crusaders to the Castile region of Spain where it became popular. For centuries, people have been using this gentle cleanser for everything from … [Read more...]
Making Poor Man’s Stew ($1.00 Meal)
If you are trying to stretch your grocery budget as far as possible, frugal cooking is an excellent option to consider. While extravagant recipes full of expensive ingredients can be tasty and fun to try, it is entirely possible to create meals that are both healthy and filling … [Read more...]
10 Things You NEED To Know About Living In The Country
For many people, moving to a home in the country would be a dream come true. If that sounds like you and you're curious about what it's like to live in the country, check out this video by Better Together Life. Here are some topics they discuss... Want to save this post for … [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...]
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