Except in the 1516 novel by Sir Thomas More, Utopia is said to be impossible. That is probably a blessing—it would be terribly boring after…
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“Can you please bring more cups? We keep selling out.” That’s what the owner of the antique shop said to me not too long ago.…
Turning a 1928 Bungalow into a Farmhouse and Other Misadventures America in 1928 was a decadent place for some. Those who could afford the best…
Creating sustainable homesteads has become more and more important over recent years. People are more interested than ever in reducing their footprint, saving money, and…
When most people think of homesteading, visions of sprawling pastures and big red barns come to mind. Even after the recent popularity of small-scale homesteads, it…
The world of folk art is broad, eclectic, ongoing and wonderful. Folk art is accessible in a way that abstract or aesthetic art can never…
How do you turn a passion into a project that really bears fruit? Dreamers often ask themselves this question. Many of us dream of creating…
During the economic recession in the early ‘70s, I was a stay-at-home mom with three children. My husband was a public school teacher, raking in…
I’m about to share a secret recipe for peace, tranquility, and income on the homestead. First, a little background. My wife and I have been…