Foraging
How to Make Maple Syrup
Have you ever wondered how to make maple syrup? After many years of procrastinating, I finally accomplished my goal to make my own maple syrup!
February 4, 2023
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Canning
Canning Carrots with a Pressure Canner
“Canning Carrots with a Pressure Canner” is easier than you might think! In this tutorial, I will take you through the entire process, step by
May 16, 2022
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Canning
Canning Tomatoes: Water-Bath and Pressure-Canning Recipes
Canning tomatoes that I’ve grown in my garden is one of the summer’s most satisfying chores. I use canned tomatoes all year long to make
March 10, 2022
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Canning
Pressure Canning Sloppy Joes with Meat
I’ve been a canner for decades now and my love for preserving healthy, nutritious food has never left my soul. One of my favorite meals
February 20, 2022
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Frugal Living
13 Steps to Financial Security
Financial security is something that we all long for. Yet for most people, it stays just out of their reach, regardless of how much income
January 13, 2021
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Preserving Food
Long Term Food Storage: How to Pack Food in Mylar Bags
There’s a lot of confusion about food storage methods out there! When is it appropriate to use mylar bags vs. vacuum packing vs. glass jars?
October 2, 2020
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Grow Your Own Food
How to Get Rid of Japanese Beetles Naturally
Japanese beetles. They come every year to destroy all of my beautiful fruit trees and garden, especially the roses. I hate them, I’ll bet you
July 14, 2020
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DIY Personal Products
Reusable Cloth Toilet Paper – Why You Should Consider It
Oh lord! Is this what we’ve come to? Well, maybe. Whether it’s used in a crisis situation or as a part of your sustainable home,
March 20, 2020
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