Welcome to a New Year! It’s an exciting time because we start at “Day 1” again – everything is new and full of opportunity! Many folks this time of year begin to examine their finances for answers to the issues they face. Some have income problems, others have debt problems. Still even more are dealing…
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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…
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 funds,…
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…
19 Ways to Begin a Zero-Waste Lifestyle
Simplicity, minimalism and homesteading all share a common thread, and that’s zero-waste! Living a zero-waste lifestyle doesn’t need to be burdensome! On the contrary, with a few new habits that can be implemented at your own pace, you can be a zero-waste rock star in no time! Here’s 19 Ways to Begin a Zero-Waste Lifestyle! What…