With the economy the way it is and interests rates the way they are, many people feel they need to put their homestead goals on pause. Self sufficiency seems like an elusive dream. But perhaps if you think about what you can do with less space and not your 20 acre dream property, you might […]
Best Homesteading Blogs to follow in 2023. Learn the skills needed to start your homestead, whether with land or without!
The modern homesteader is someone who seeks a lifestyle of self-sufficiency! They make the most of what they have.
This 5 acre homestead layout will help you enjoy your property to the fullest by maximizing your space to grow your own food and raise small farm animals.
August has settled in like honey— sticky and sweet. The mornings greet us with dewdrops and cooler temperatures. But the sun, rich and golden, will still warm the days. The air is thick with change. Summer is fading into something more earnest. A squirrel on our front porch is eating a peach from ou
How to homestead with monthly to do lists. Homesteading tasks organized by season so you can see the yearly flow of homestead living
If you are just starting out on your homestead journey, you're going to love this collection of tips and ideas from some amazing frugal homesteading blogs. Be sure to save for later!
Best Homesteading Blogs to follow in 2023. Learn the skills needed to start your homestead, whether with land or without!
After four months of hard work it’s done: our new vegetable garden is ready.
Come along for a summer garden and homestead tour, with tips and ideas for our favorite vegetables, flower varieties, and more.
In this post we’ll explore some basic homestead layout principles and share our 5 acre homestead layout as an example.
Now is the time to create your homesteading plan, month by month. Plan out tasks you know you'll have to do to start organized for the upcoming year.
Looking for summer garden inspo? Come see a list of the most beautiful and delicious summer vegetables, herb and flower varieties to grow.
This 2.5 acre homestead layout will give you the head start you need to begin farming your land and reaping the benefits of homegrown foods.
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
Come check out what is happening on the homestead in our February 2023 Update...we have some exciting news to share!
Wondering if it's possible to homestead with a full time job? It definitely is! Here's exactly how I do it! Mini Urban Farm
Looking for summer garden inspo? Come see a list of the most beautiful and delicious summer vegetables, herb and flower varieties to grow.
A new generation of homesteaders is reconnecting with their land—and connecting with others on social media.
Finding it hard to find your dream farm? What if you could still have a natural, self-sufficient lifestyle on a homestead without acreage?
You can homestead no matter where you are, even in the middle of town. Learn how to be a Suburban (or Urban) Homesteader.
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Homesteading without LAND? Yes!! Homesteading in an apartment? Yes!! Homesteading is a state of mind – choosing to become more of a creator and less of a consumer. Even if you’ll never have a piece of land, there are dozens of ways you can lead a homesteading life to benefit you and your family and enrich your daily life. Here are 41 ideas, along with resources, to help you live a more intentional lifestyle. Use these recommendations to help you take the next few steps towards embracing a homesteading mentality: skills to learn, projects to research and tackle, cleaning and
Do you dream of growing your own food, raising animals, and a simpler life? We've compiled 45 of the BEST homestead blogs for 2024.
Modern homesteading is simply a mindset to use your surrounding resources to improve the quality, health and simplicity of life. It's the passion I didn't know I had, but have been dabbling in for years.
Potager Garden Definition : (pronunciation: puh ta zhay) a garden that combines both edible and ornamental plants; a vegetable garden th...
When I set the goal to eat only the veggies from my garden for a whole year, I had one big problem. I had no idea how many plants we needed to grow for a years worth of food! Since I grow for six people in a 3500 square foot garden with some space allocated for fruits, my amounts needed to be precise.
Self-reliant living starts with re-skilling, and unless you have a mentor handy, there's no better way than hitting the books. These are my favorite books for self reliant living, and they're taught me more than
Homesteading is a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. It is about producing as much food and other necessities as possible on your own land, and being prepared for anything that comes your way. Homesteaders often work toward the goal of living sustainably and being as self-sufficient as possible. This guide outlines self sufficient homesteading with a focus […]
In this post we’ll explore some basic homestead layout principles and share our 5 acre homestead layout as an example.
You want to buy land for homesteading. These are the essential factors you need to consider when choosing a homestead property
Who: Natalie Bogwalker, founder, director, and instructor at Wild AbundanceWhere to follow her: Instagram at @wildabundance and the Wild Abundance blog Whether you fear buzzing power tools, you want to custom-build something but have no idea where to start, or you’re fascinated by the idea of living off the grid, you should meet instructor Natalie Bogwalker — she welcomes all skill levels.
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
There is a calmness to the outdoors. There is peace when you start seeing how animals and food grow all on their own without much human interaction. It reminds you of our hope, promises, and
Discover how to start homesteading. Learn how to start small, cultivate your own food, and live self-sufficiently with joy and empowerment.
If you are starting your homestead journey or you need to re-evaluate your current setup, check out this list of practical homesteading essentials.
It doesn't matter where you live, in the country or a high rise apartment...you can be a homesteader. Follow these simple tips to make more and use less.
Today's gardeners want a bit of everything—vegetables, fruit, medicinal herbs, flowers for pollinators, and even chickens for eggs. The dream is to build a diverse landscape that serves multiple functions, but achieving that goal can be intimidating and overwhelming. Homesteader Leah M. Webb shares her strategy for imp
Southerners all know that smaller spaces are oftentimes the ones that are most ripe with potential. With these ideas, small backyards are full of promise.
Learn how to create a self supporting homestead that pays for its own upkeep and expenses. It is one of the first steps in becoming fully self sustainable!
If you dream of having a large property and homestead, but currently live in the city. There's so much you can do on a homestead in the city!