You don’t have to have a single ‘farming’ related skill to start homesteading. And many of us sure don’t. But what you do need to have is drive, and the ability to think outside the square and on your feet. So, I’ve come up with a few main traits that you may need as a new homesteader that can help make you successful whatever part of the journey you may be.
Homesteader Tallow and Coconut Soap: The ultimate beginner recipe for a luxurious bar of soap!
The Homesteader Tallow and Coconut soap is the perfect soap for beginner soap makers! If you’re looking for a super basic natural, handmade tallow soap recipe then look no further! This simple cold-process (lye) recipe uses basic ingredients and makes a nice hard bar of soap with the perfect creamy lather you want in a cleansing soap!
Setting up your homestead for success: 20 guaranteed tips to thrive!
Setting up a successful homestead is easy with the right skills and attitude. Follow these 20 guaranteed tips to thrive!
Hugelkultur: how it can kickstart your homestead gardening and accomplish productivity
Hugelkultur is a method of raised bed gardening that involves creating a mound out of logs, branches, and other organic materials, which then decompose over time and provide nutrients for the plants. The technique is designed to improve soil fertility, water retention, and plant growth. This post is diving into everything hügelkultur related so you can arm yourself with the best low maintenance options for your garden that are also incredibly beneficial.
How to start a thriving culinary herb garden – the ultimate beginner guide
Setting up an herb garden is an ideal way to start experimenting with the many uses of herbs. Herbs are one of the easiest plants to grow and should have a place in any home cook’s garden.
Benefits of using cast iron in your homestead kitchen – 12 reasons you should switch
If you ever needed it, here are 12 reasons why you should switch to using cast iron in your homestead kitchen.
5 fire pit ideas we are brazen about!
5 fire pit ideas we are brazen about as the next design piece to our homestead.
How the road to homesteading gave my life extraordinary purpose and how you can achieve it!
Ever wondered how I got into homesteading? This post is my story on how I travelled the road towards homesteading and what I plan to do next.
All-natural homemade toothpaste recipe – an easy low-tox alternative to commercial toothpaste
If you need a super simple homemade natural toothpaste recipe, then this is for you. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to help you make the switch to natural toothpaste much easier!
How yearly planning on the homestead can help you smash your goals – 8 productive tips
Need 8 productive tips to smash your yearly homesteading goals? Then this post is for you!