As much as I don’t want to get ready for winter, I don’t want to try to clean out my chicken coop when temps are below freezing, and my hands are killing me from the cold. Winterizing your chicken coop in the fall is the best time. It doesn’t take much time, and you and …
Tired of the holiday season turning into a never-ending shopping spree and a planet-hurting extravaganza? Well, as fellow homesteaders, we’ve got your back! Prepare for a sustainable holiday season that will make Mother Nature proud. This post discusses some excellent tips and tricks to bring eco-friendly and frugal cheer to your homestead. Let’s do this! …
One of the benefits of living out in the country is being able to use what you have. Even though I’m over the long winters, I appreciate the changing seasons and the different things each brings. Well, really, what does winter bring? It brings much more work and stress to a homesteader’s life- that’s what …
Fall is a beautiful season, but it’s also when our flocks go through one of the most challenging phases in their feathered life: molting. If you’re raising backyard chickens, you might have noticed that your hens have pin feathers and are hiding in the coop more than usual. Molting is a natural process that all …
Are you wondering how to keep your chickens entertained? Do they really need to be stimulated? Maybe it’s winter and you’re wondering if your chickens are bored. Remember that time when the Wi-Fi went out, and you found yourself staring at the ceiling, contemplating your life choices? Yeah, chickens get bored, too, believe it or …
Are you eager to dive into the world of food preservation but unsure where to start? Or perhaps you’re a seasoned pro looking to upgrade your equipment. Either way, having the right tools can make all the difference in your food preservation and storage journey. From mason jars to dehydrators and canning kits, a vast …
It’s hot—no air conditioning. I’ve got a toddler pulling at my leg and a baby wrapped up in my Moby. It’s the end of August, and it’s time for canning. It was a tradition I knew I wanted my girls to grow up remembering. Financially I was doing everything I could to keep us healthy …
Embarking on an adventure to adopt an urban homesteading lifestyle is one that can seem daunting but delivers many rewards for you and your family. This is not an overnight process, but one that you’ll be on for months and years. The key is knowing where to start once you have scouted the suitable land …
Get ready to put down the supermarket bag and pick up your gardening gloves! Growing food can be a satisfying, frugal way of nourishing yourself with delicious produce free from nasty additives. All you need are some instruction basics and planning, and before you know it – bam! You’ll go straight from seed-planting to serving …
If you’re a frugal mom looking to spread holiday cheer without breaking the bank, then look no further than home-baked goods! From cheesecakes and cookies to pies and cakes – baking up some deliciousness from scratch is not only cost-effective, but it also adds a special touch of warmth and love that store-bought treats can’t …