by Homesteader | Dec 22, 2011 | Home Life, Stretching the Homestead Budget
Believe it or not, there was once a time that the only way to get fresh produce was to either grow it yourself or visit a farmers market. Even if you grow produce at your homestead, you will likely not be able to grow the variety of crops that you may want to...
by Homesteader | Oct 7, 2011 | Composting Tips, Growing Fruits, Growing Vegetables, Home Life, Homestead Gardening, Homesteading Lifestyle, Organic Farming, Organic Gardening and Growing
For our family, homesteading is very much about living a simple and frugal lifestyle while tending the land to provide for our living needs. We work to include every member of our family in our process of growing and tending to our garden and livestock. When you’re...
by Homesteader | Jun 24, 2010 | Home Life, Homesteading Lifestyle
You know those collector’s edition of this or that, plates or paintings, antique phonographs and one of a kind nick-knacks? Sure you do. You know the price on those items that are not made any more is often much higher than the mass produced products of today....
by Homesteader | Jan 5, 2010 | Home Life, Homesteading Lifestyle
The animals need tending, the fence is down and it is a high of 18 degrees today! What is a homesteader to do? Stay warm. Sound’s stupid or simple as far as advice goes, but the tip is just to not ignore the need to stay warm. Tips on...
by Homesteader | Aug 11, 2009 | Home Life
It’s satisfying to spread your table with your garden produce when you’re an avid homesteader and gardener. Your organically grown vegetables aid in enhancing your health and provide you with excellent nourishment. The following ideas can improve your...
by Donna | Jun 30, 2009 | Home Life, Homesteading Lifestyle
Just about every thing can be made at home. We don’t have to rely on manufacturers for our daily provisions. Homesteading is about simplifying, not always the easiest route, but the simplest is the goal. If you’ve not had the chance to see this video,...