Bake in Bulk to Save Time and Money
Cooking and baking from scratch are hallmarks of the homesteading movement. In…
Keep More Cash in Your Wallet by Bartering
During the economic recession in the early ‘70s, I was a stay-at-home…
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings
Winter is a lot like death and taxes… it’s one of the…
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part Two: The Machinery
If you haven't yet, read Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One:…
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part Three: The Animals
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings Preparing the Homestead…
Using Beeswax Around the Homestead
Beeswax is a versatile by-product of honey production and a very valuable…
Fall Chores on the Homestead: Autumn is Among Us
After a busy and productive spring and summer growing season, it is…
Become Rich by Being Poor on Purpose
My engineer friend in Dallas said, “This is the third year my…
Seasons in the Garden: Time Waits for No Homesteader
I need some beans to go with dinner so I grab a…
Crafting Country Wines
Homemade wines are easy and quick to create. Not only can you…
Living Off-Grid Wherever You Are – Going Off-Grid Gradually
Living off-grid has only in recent times become a “trend.” Up until…
Adam vs. the Post Pounder
As far as I can tell, the blame lies squarely with Prince…
