What is it about bees or beekeeping that is so scary? If honesty prevailed, many would say that they are scared or even terrified of…
Ready to get your hands dirty this winter? Infusing oils is a constructive and joyful activity that adds a bit of sunshine back into gray…
For some baking bread is an art, for some a hobby, while for others it is a daily routine. Bread has been with man for…
In an era where all things labeled "do-it-yourself" or "DIY" are gaining popularity, making cheese at home is having a sort of modern-day renaissance in…
When my kids were little, someone gave me a recipe for maple-flavored syrup. I remember them telling me that it tasted just like the store-bought…
Winter is upon us and while we may be glad to get some time out of the midsummer sun, winter weather is hard on our…
By now you have probably harvested and preserved your summer produce for the winter but have you considered what to do with your herbs? Why…
Winter is a lot like death and taxes… it’s one of the few constants in life. Here on our property in Missouri, you can rest assured…
My husband loves olives, so it was no surprise to me that he did not leave empty-handed when he saw some olive trees for sale…
The holidays are almost here and one of my favorite things to do is use what nature provides to decorate my home. You can go…
In ten years on my homestead, I have built many buildings from scratch, including living spaces, some better than others. This spring, I decided to…
Raising Angora rabbits and selling their fur or yarn has been an idea for extra income that I’ve been exploring for several years now. Well,…