Upcycling on the Homestead
Chances are if you look around your homestead you will find many…
Building Community Through Bartering and Trading
Think back to your grandparents, or maybe your great-grandparents and the stories…
Natural Alternatives to Costly, Chemical, Household Products
I have personally tried all the natural alternatives in this article, and…
A Dire Warning: Prepare Now for Rising Energy Prices
Something major changed at the end of 2019. You didn’t notice it.…
Will’s Good Store
There weren’t many thrift shops around when I was growing up. There…
A Country Girl’s Best Friends: Baking Soda & Vinegar
They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend. That may be true…
Bath, Body, and Beyond: DIY Bath Products from the Homestead
I love the hard, dirty work that goes along with homesteading but…
49 Ways to Save Money on Groceries
I don’t know about you and the folks at your house, but…
Tips for Starting a CSA, Successfully
Many people begin homesteading as a way to escape the rat race…
What’s So Convenient About Convenience Foods?
When I was a kid, my family was fueled by convenience…
Fight Back! Save Money on Prescription Drugs
In 2007, Americans spent five times as much on prescription drugs as…
What is Your Homestead $ Number?
A while back, there was a commercial that had people walking…