Homestead Layout 101: How to Design Your Land Step by Step
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Homestead Layout 101: How to Design Your Land Step by Step

Thinking about turning a piece of land into your own homestead? It can feel like a big project, but we’re here to break it down. Designing your homestead layout is a huge part of making it work for you. We’ll walk through how to plan everything out, from picking the best spot for your house…

12 Hard Truths About Homesteading No One Talks About
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12 Hard Truths About Homesteading No One Talks About

We all see the glossy pictures online – the perfect gardens, the happy animals, the peaceful country life. It looks amazing, right? We jumped into homesteading with both feet, eager for that self-sufficient dream. But let’s be real, the reality is a lot messier, a lot harder, and a lot more complicated than the highlight…

How to Homestead With a Full-Time Job: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
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How to Homestead With a Full-Time Job: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

Trying to balance a full-time job with the dream of homesteading can feel like a lot. We get it. It seems like there are never enough hours in the day to get everything done, let alone start a whole new way of living. But what if we told you it’s totally doable? You don’t need…

Daily and Weekly Homestead Schedules for Full-Time Employees
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Daily and Weekly Homestead Schedules for Full-Time Employees

Working a full-time job and trying to keep up with a homestead can feel like a juggling act, right? We’ve been there. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, wondering how to fit everything in. But with a solid homestead schedule full time job, it’s totally doable. We’ve learned to break down tasks, use our time wisely,…

12 Homestead-Inspired Christmas Traditions to Start This Year
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12 Homestead-Inspired Christmas Traditions to Start This Year

The holiday season is a special time for us, and we love finding ways to make it even more memorable. This year, we’re thinking about starting some new homestead Christmas traditions that feel cozy and connected. It’s not about doing a million things, but picking a few that really stick and bring joy to our…

How to Create the Hobby Farm Aesthetic at Home
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How to Create the Hobby Farm Aesthetic at Home

We’ve been thinking a lot lately about how to get that cozy, rustic feel in our homes without breaking the bank. You know, that whole hobby farm aesthetic that just feels so welcoming and lived-in? It turns out, a lot of it comes down to a few key DIY projects. We’re not talking about anything…

15 Profitable Homestead Side Hustles You Can Start This Month
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15 Profitable Homestead Side Hustles You Can Start This Month

We all have those dreams of making a little extra cash from our homesteads, right? It’s not just about the labor of love; it can actually help pay the bills. We’ve been looking into ways to turn our passion projects into real income, aiming for that sweet spot of making about a thousand dollars a…

Homestead Burnout: What Causes It and How to Avoid It
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Homestead Burnout: What Causes It and How to Avoid It

We all dream of a self-sufficient life, a place where we grow our own food and live closer to nature. But sometimes, the reality of running a homestead can feel overwhelming. The endless chores, the unexpected problems, and the sheer amount of work can lead to something we call homestead burnout. It’s a real thing,…

How to Create a Cozy Christmas Homestead Aesthetic on a Budget
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How to Create a Cozy Christmas Homestead Aesthetic on a Budget

Creating a cozy Christmas homestead aesthetic doesn’t have to cost a fortune. We believe that the most charming holiday spaces are often the ones filled with personal touches and natural elements, especially when we’re on a budget. This guide will walk you through how we can transform our homes into warm, inviting winter wonderlands without…

The Ultimate Homesteader’s Holiday Gift Basket Guide
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The Ultimate Homesteader’s Holiday Gift Basket Guide

Thinking about the perfect gift for the homesteader in your life this year? We’ve put together some ideas to help you craft a truly special holiday homestead gift basket. It’s not just about the items inside, but the thought and care we put into selecting them. We want to make sure our gifts show we…