Lifestyle

Cooking on a Wood Cookstove

Although my husband and I are not off the grid, we don't want to rely on public utilities if we…

6 months ago

The Deadliest Homesteading Mistake

They came from the city. They were prepared. They were prepared for the complete collapse of world civilization, and with…

6 months ago

Home Winterization Anyone Can Tackle

There's something romantic or heartwarming about seeing a home in a clearing in the woods or down a lane with…

6 months ago

Making Small-batch Maple Syrup on the Homestead

When my kids were little, someone gave me a recipe for maple-flavored syrup.  I remember them telling me that it…

6 months ago

Stocking the Winter Larder

If you’re like me, the shorter days and cooler temps bring on urges quite similar to those experienced by the…

6 months ago

Homestead Gift-giving Guide: The Best Gifts for Homesteaders

I remember at least one of my Christmas gifts from 1970.  I was five years old, and my dad and…

6 months ago

DIY Winter Skincare

Winter is upon us and while we may be glad to get some time out of the midsummer sun, winter…

6 months ago

Bowery Farming: An Interview with Co-Founder and CEO Irving Fain

When Irving Fain started Bowery Farms he had a dream; to provide the world with healthy, fresh, pesticide-free greens to…

7 months ago

Floating on Snow: Using Snowshoes and Ice Cleats on the Homestead

My husband and I utilize both snowshoes and ice cleats.  When strapping either on to do chores, I thank our…

7 months ago

Living Upscale Downhome

Ya know what I hate? I hate leaving the farm. For almost any reason. Leaving the farm means that I’ve…

7 months ago