Hobbies & Crafts

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Raccoon Trapping for Beginners

Trapping is one of the most debated forms of conservation. For some,…

Jenna Delchambre Jenna Delchambre

Homemade Cheese in an Ultra-pasteurized World

In an era where all things labeled "do-it-yourself" or "DIY" are gaining…

Kimi Ceridon Kimi Ceridon

Decorating with Mother Nature

The holidays are almost here and one of my favorite things to…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

DIY Winter Skincare

Winter is upon us and while we may be glad to get…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

Going Beyond Grape: Oddball Wines to Make at Home

My venture into winemaking at home all started with two very prolific…

Allyson Ernst Allyson Ernst

Making Oxymels: The Sweet-Tart Medicine

Oxymel... what an odd word.  The etymology of the word actually gives…

Linda Zimnick Linda Zimnick

Using Beeswax Around the Homestead

Beeswax is a versatile by-product of honey production and a very valuable…

Regina Anneler Regina Anneler

How to Spin Wool with a Turkish Spindle

Are you like me, a crafter who gathers new skills and crafts…

Amara Gilmour Amara Gilmour

Dumpster Diving: One Person’s Trash Could Be Your Treasure.

Dumpster diving has been around for years.  People have been diving in…

Sherrie Taylor Sherrie Taylor

Weed ‘Em and Eat: 7 Common Edible Lawn Plants for Early Spring

The snow is melting. The birds are chirping. The promise of a…

Allyson Ernst Allyson Ernst

Top 5 Reasons to Can Your Own Meat

Every year I can nearly 200 pounds of meat.  I normally can…

Anthony Okrongly Anthony Okrongly

Learn Home Tanning: Transform Animal Hides with Skill

In a world where people are increasingly turning toward self-reliance and sustainability,…

Jenna Delchambre Jenna Delchambre

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