by Homesteader | Nov 13, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Understanding Your Growing Environment Assessing Soil Quality When I first started my vegetable garden, understanding the soil was a game-changer. I realized that not all soil is created equal! You might think dirt is just dirt, but trust me, testing your soil’s pH...
by Homesteader | Nov 12, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Breed of Chickens Understanding Your Needs When I first thought about raising chickens, the overwhelming variety of breeds made my head spin. Each breed has its own aura and personality, and figuring out what I needed was essential. Did I want eggs,...
by Homesteader | Nov 12, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Hey there, fellow urban dwellers! If you’ve ever dreamed of transforming a tiny patch of concrete into a vibrant urban homestead, you’re in the right place. I’ve spent a good chunk of my life trying to make the most out of my little urban slice, and let me tell you,...
by Homesteader | Nov 11, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Planning Your Garden Layout Assessing Your Space When I first decided to grow my own food, I had to take a long, hard look at my homestead. How much space did I have? Was it sunny all day, or would I have to manage what crops could handle partial shade? Sketching out...
by Homesteader | Nov 11, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Assessing Your Space Understanding Your Land When I first decided to create my sustainable home farm, the first thing I did was to take a good look at my property. I mean, really look at it! The layout, sun exposure, wind patterns, and even the type of soil I was...
by Homesteader | Nov 10, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Planning and Organization Tools Notebooks and Journals Let me tell you, a good notebook is your best friend when you’re diving into homesteading. Over the years, I’ve learned to jot down everything—from planting schedules to laying out my plans for the chicken...
