There’s nothing that I look forward to more than picking up my knitting needles at the end of a long day’s work on the farm. Knitting, or any form of crafting, can be so relaxing for our minds and bodies, as well as a great way to unwind. Crafting is not only good for you…
How to Make DIY Vitamin C Powder
Over the holidays is a fabulous time to get your hands on some gorgeous citrus! Citrus comes into season in the warmer parts of the country during the holidays, so it’s in great supply! What a wonderful source of Vitamin C! Here’s how to make your own Vitamin C powder! Vitamin C is so important…
How to Make a Fresh Wreath from Cuttings
What smells more like Christmas than fresh greenery? It makes your entire home smell wonderful! So why not make this simple Christmas wreath from fresh cuttings to decorate with? This is a no-cost, no-waste, sustainable project, which makes it all the better in my book. You can throw it in the compost pile after the…
How to Minimize Your Spice Cabinet
Did you notice that the title of this post didn’t include the word “organize”? There is a very good reason for this, and that is because I don’t want to help you to organize an endless amount of herbs and spices in your cabinet! Rather, I would like to share the ease and freedom that…
What Homesteaders Really Want for Christmas
You’ll never find me at a Black Friday sale. Nor will you find me at a mall, strolling around with bags in both arms. Christmas brings out the worst in a consumer-driven society. However, on the bright side, Christmas can bring discounts on much desired items for your homestead. Whether you use your own…
How to Buy Sustainable Christmas Gifts
It’s time for the holidays! Far more than gift giving, I enjoy the slowing down of the farm. I love the long, cozy evenings of being curled up with a book or working on a knitting project, and just celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. That said, however, gift giving is a part of our…