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…
Skill Building
How to Make Reusable Cloth Gift Bags
I’ve been meaning to make these for like forever. Finally, here’s “How to Make Reusable Cloth Gift Bags”! I bought about 10 yards of different Christmas fabric on sale one year with every intent to make sustainable cloth gift bags. This year, I finally got around to it and I’m thrilled with the results! What’s…
25 Ways to Be More Self-Sufficient
Being more self-sufficient is not only a good idea in today’s world with all of the economic challenges, but it’s all the rage as well! Self-sufficiency makes you less dependent upon the grid and the food system, while you provide for many of your own needs. Whether a natural disaster hits or you…
How to Make Pumpkin Puree
I know that fall is right around the corner when I start to see those sweet little sugar pumpkins at the store and the farmer’s market! Once I’m finished using them as fall decor, I like to bake them and make pumpkin puree, to use in pumpkin recipes! Here’s “How to Make Pumpkin Puree”! Baking…
7 Healthy, Cheap and Easy Breakfast Ideas
One of the most beautiful things about living the sustainable life is that fresh, nutritious food is always at our fingertips! Fresh eggs and herbs, fruits and vegetables that we’ve preserved and fresh bread that we make for our family. Who in the world would settle for cold cereal from a box? So, here’s 7…