The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind, right? Between the shopping, the parties, and trying to keep up with everything, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We often find ourselves rushing through what should be a joyful time. This year, let’s try a different approach. We want to embrace a simple Christmas living mindset, focusing…
We’ve all walked into a home during the holidays and been hit with that amazing, cozy smell. For years, I relied on candles and sprays, but honestly, they often gave me a headache. This year, we decided to try something different and create our own natural Christmas scents. It turns out, using simple things from…
We all love spending time in our gardens, but what if that passion could also bring in some extra cash? It sounds like a dream, right? Well, it’s totally possible. We’ve found that turning your green thumb into a garden side hustle doesn’t always mean selling your produce. There are so many creative ways to…
The holiday season often feels like a whirlwind of shopping, parties, and endless to-do lists. It’s easy to get caught up in the rush and forget what Christmas is really about. We’ve found that embracing a simple Christmas living approach helps us slow down and truly enjoy the magic of the season. This year, let’s…
We love getting our homestead ready for the holidays. This year, we decided to focus on making our own homestead Christmas decor, using things we already have or can easily find around the property. It’s amazing what you can create from wood scraps, dried fruit, and even old fabric! We’ve put together a list of…
Winter is coming, and we all know what that means: more time spent indoors, maybe a bit of snow, and definitely a craving for warm, comforting food. To make sure we’re ready for cozy nights and unexpected snow days, we’ve put together a guide for our winter pantry prep. It’s all about having the right…
We’ve noticed a lot of people are interested in making their own soap and candles lately. It seems like a fun way to get creative and maybe even make a little extra cash. We thought we’d put together a guide to help anyone thinking about selling homemade soap and candles get started. It’s not as…
We’ve all seen those beautiful jars lined up on pantry shelves, filled with colorful fruits and vegetables. It looks so appealing, right? But then we think about the work involved, the cost of jars, the time spent… is home canning really worth it compared to just grabbing a can off the store shelf? We decided…
November is a great time to get into preserving, especially with all those hearty root vegetables and late-season fruits that are still available. We find ourselves wanting to keep our kitchens warm and our pantries stocked as the weather gets colder. This november preserving guide is all about making the most of what’s left in…
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….
