Oh, the joys and pains of working from home. I’ve been working from home full-time for four years now, and when I get into a funk and feel uninspired, I know I need to change up the decor and layout in the office. But I hate spending a fortune. I want things to look cute, …
There is a calmness to the outdoors. There is peace when you start seeing how animals and food grow all on their own without much human interaction. It reminds you of the hope, promises, and connection we all have with nature. So many of us can agree and say we would love to be more …
Pickling is one of the oldest forms of food preservation, and it can be a great way to extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables. When done correctly, pickling can help to prevent harmful bacteria from growing and spoiling your food. Additionally, pickling can add an extra layer of flavor to your dishes. …
If you’re like me, you want to take advantage of summer’s bounty by preserving some fresh fruits and veggies for later in the year. And if you’re like me, you also want to do it as cheaply and efficiently as possible. So today, I’m going to share my simple tips for freezing fresh produce. Let’s …
If you want to preserve your fresh produce, you have a few options: freezing, dehydrating, or canning. The method you choose will depend on various factors, including the type of product you’re working with and your personal preferences. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you decide which preservation method to use: …
Are you a Stay at home mom whose kids are now back in school? Is this the first time you will have your house to yourself? What do you do with your spare time? Should you go back to work? Let’s explore what options we have as homemakers whose kids are now all in school. …
This post inspires you to look for affordable farmhouse decor at retailers you may have passed on by. This roundup includes how I used the pieces in our farmhouse and prices. I have been sharing bits and pieces of the fantastic decor pieces I’ve found at Big Lots on social media, and many people said …
It’s about that time of year when the cold weather starts to creep into our lives. We may have just finished harvesting all of the vegetables from our garden, but now it is time to start thinking about getting your homestead ready for winter. This can be a daunting task if you are not prepared …
The idea of making extra money is something we all think about- but what about using your homestead? If you are like me and have always dreamed of having your own farm- you’ll quickly realize the cost of taking care of animals really adds up. When we started with chickens and pigs I decided to …
That’s the question burning in my mind when we moved out to the country four years ago. With all the tractors, and cars speeding down our road, the dust and debris are flying everywhere. Not to mention the manure and rotting onion smell we seem to have wafting through the windows. Living out on a …