We all know the feeling of watching the rain fall, but have you ever thought about actually collecting it? It turns out, rainwater harvesting is a practical way to get extra water for your home and garden. It’s not just for people in dry places anymore; more and more of us are looking into it….
As the days get shorter and the weather turns cold, we often find ourselves relying more on our stored foods. Winter is a great time to think about stocking up your pantry, and winter pantry canning is a fantastic way to do just that. We can use the cooler months to prepare comforting foods that…
We all want to live a more sustainable life, especially on our homesteads. It feels good to know we’re doing our part for the planet. Sometimes, though, it feels like a big task. But honestly, making big changes doesn’t have to be complicated. We’ve found that focusing on small, everyday habits can really add up….
We’ve been digging into ways to make our garden work harder for us, turning those green thumbs into a bit of extra cash. It’s not about turning your backyard into a giant farm, but more about being smart with what we grow and how we sell it. We’re looking at crops that give us a…
As the calendar flips to January, we’re looking at a great time to get our canning plans in order. While the garden might be sleeping, our pantries are full of stored goodies and the first hints of winter crops are appearing. It’s the perfect moment to review last year’s efforts, check our supplies, and get…
We’re excited to share how to ferment vegetables with you! It’s a simple process that can add amazing flavor and health benefits to your food. We’ll walk you through everything step-by-step, so even if you’ve never done it before, you’ll be making delicious fermented treats in no time. Get ready to transform your kitchen! Key…
So, we’ve been thinking a lot lately about whether growing our own tomatoes is really worth the effort. We see those beautiful, ripe tomatoes in the stores and wonder if we could replicate that in our own backyard. It seems like such a rewarding thing to do, but then we start thinking about the costs…
We all want to do our part for the planet, and composting is a fantastic way to cut down on waste and create amazing soil for our gardens. But sometimes, even with the best intentions, we mess things up. We’ve all been there, staring at a questionable pile and wondering what went wrong. Don’t worry,…
We all want a great harvest from our gardens, right? Sometimes, it feels like a bit of a mystery how to get the best results. We’ve been looking into companion planting for cucumbers, and it turns out that who you plant next to your cukes can make a big difference. It’s not just about making…
Waking up on the homestead can feel like a gentle nudge from nature, or sometimes, a full-on alarm from little ones. Either way, we’ve learned that a solid homestead morning routine is the secret sauce to a day that flows instead of fights. It’s not about rigid schedules, but about creating a calm space for…
