A traditional Dorze beehive homestead at Checha, Ethiopia, Adam Lees
Farm chores for kids. Homestead Chores for kids. WHEW! That’s two sentences and that makes my skirt fly up, baby! Rocks my socks off too.
Goat’s milk is often a specialty item in the United States, but about 65 percent of the world population drinks goat’s milk. If you’re finding cow’s milk hard to digest or looking for a change, we’ve got you covered. Check out how goat’s milk compares to other types of milk to see if this option is right for you.
Zestimate® Home Value: $248,234. Custom built two bedroom home with two full baths, large laundry room, den, dining room & kitchen combination, large master bedroom with walk-in closet & whirlpool tub in master bath, also has a sun room and deck. Has beautiful real oak hardwood floors with custom oak trim along with custom built oak cabinets. Pre wired for security system, cable & surround sound.
SUPER helpful list of how to get started with some of the best ways for making money farming - even on just a SMALL homestead!
" 86 Side Hustle Ideas for Small Acreage" will give you new and unique ideas to make money on your homestead! #sidehustle
We'll go over some of the homestead startup costs, and how to start a homestead from scratch with nothing and little to no finances. You've read up on what homesteading is, you've set some first year homesteading goals, and now you're ready to get started! But wait! You're just making it by on paycheck to
If you are looking to start a homestead, or you are new to owning farm animals, there are some animals that are best for beginners to raise. Not all animals
Are you thinking about starting a micro farm or ranch? Here's everything you need to know about writing your business plan.
How to take a vacation when you have a homestead or small farm: Keep farm jobs low maintenance, plan trips at the right time, & hire help. Get the details!
This Craftsman house plan showcases a stunning exterior countenance outlined with beam columns, decorative gables, a stone perimeter skirt, and a variety of window shapes and sizes. The three-car side entry garage mirrors the rest of the exterior and hosts excellent vehicle space with two interior entries through the kitchen’s second pantry and mudroom. The rear of the home features a fantastic space for relaxing and entertaining. The screened-in porch highlights a vaulted ceiling, an outdoor fireplace, a covered deck, and an open deck. These spaces are wonderful for outdoor dining and/or relaxing under the sun year-round. The main floor measures approximately 3,730 square feet with three bedrooms and three-plus bathrooms on the main floor. A running feature in this Craftsman home design is the variety of volume ceilings. Upon front entry, the vaulted ceiling in the foyer sets the first impression and continues into the vaulted study and open dining room. The open floor concept is exposed as the vaulted lodge room introduces the island kitchen and vaulted breakfast nook. The centrally located fireplace is the main feature of the lodge room and is conveniently flanked on either side with built-in shelving. The kitchen offers plenty of storage with cabinetry and two walk-in pantries. The breakfast nook provides double access to the screened-in deck and open deck. The split bedroom floor plan offers a treat for the privacy of the master suite and allows for the secondary bedrooms to keep close. The master suite is truly a place of relaxation for the owners as it features private access to the covered deck and study, in addition, there is a huge closet with his and her sides and built-in dressers and shelving. The master bathroom showcases a work of art with a barrel ceiling, dual vanities, his and her toilets, and a large walk-in shower with a separate soaking tub. The secondary bedroom suites each enjoy a walk-in closet and a full private bathroom. There are two additional bedroom suites on the optional second floor, also complete with vaulted ceilings, full private bathrooms, and walk-in closets. Bedrooms #5 is adjoined with a kitchenette and would function perfectly as an in-law suite. Either take the stairs or the elevator to the basement level where there is a host of entertaining areas. Travel down the vestibule to the game room where you’ll enjoy loads of fun and a full bar, as well as access to the covered patio. The social room features access to the theater room and the covered patio. Two storage rooms, a sixth bedroom suite, a spacious gym, and a safe room complete the basement level, making this Craftsman house plan a delight for any size family.
15 Vintage Skills That Can Be Learned On YouTube! There are many skills you can taught simply by watching well done YouTube videos for homesteaders.
Get unique, out of the box income idea for your hobby farm or urban homestead. Find new ways to make more money and turn your money-sucking hobby into a profitable business.
How to create a simple tax record binder for tracking small farm expenses and income. Make filing that Schedule F a breeze.
FREE Printable Incubation chart for hatching chicks in an incubator at home - great for classrooms and hatching chicks with kids!
Decomposed granite is the ideal hardscape material: natural, permeable, aesthetically versatile, and wonderfully inexpensive.
This 82' by 36' pole barn is rectangular in shape with three separate rooms in the design. Four overhead doors and two man doors with covered patios are located on the front elevation. Post-Frame construction is less expensive than conventionally framed designs. The posts/poles carry the load, meaning the walls are not load bearing.
Want to start homesteading but have no land or money? Here's 151 ideas for things you can do to start homesteading anywhere - in the suburbs, the city, or even an RV. Homesteading is a way of life - not where you live!
Find my homesteading posts here. I raise farm animals for meat, egg, and milk production and I love creating and building. I hope that you'll learn something new!
If you find yourself homesteading alone, it can be overwhelming! Check out "How to Homestead Alone and Not Die in the Process"
Homesteading seems like a lot of work, so why do people do it? These 22 homesteading bloggers answer the question, why homestead?
Domestic ducks are an increasingly popular pet and part of an urban homestead life. They are quieter and easier to care for than chickens, lay delicious eggs, and can be friendly, sociable pets. Here's everything
The definition and history of homesteading, as well as insights into the modern homestead, smallholding and permaculture homesteading.
You don’t have to be a genius to recognize that homestead living offers a healthier lifestyle. Here are 5 health benefits of homesteading.
Create Your Own Homestead: Do what you can to learn simple living techniques. Homesteading is a rewarding way to live!
Life on a homestead is a hive of activity; there always seems to be something that needs to be done. It is crucial to take time out now and again to unwind, and where better to relax than in the fresh air at a relaxing outdoor area at your homestead? Continue Reading
Homesteading does not always occur on large amounts of acreage. Therefore, some creativity is required for maximizing space. Outdoor rooms and outbuildings are two ways to accomplish this.
Whether you are a new homesteader or a homesteading veteran, here are eleven homesteading mistakes that you will certainly want to avoid.
This is the very first post, so I thought I’d use it to explain the concept of homesteading and the purpose of this site.
Are you a budding homesteader wanting to learn more? I’ve rounded up the best homestead bloggers that have inspired me on my own homestead...
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An in-depth talk about what hugelkultur beds are and why you need them in your permaculture efforts.
Have you ever been broke, like realllllly broke? I've been there as well. Homesteading was the answer to my problems! "How to Homestead With No Money"!
Homestead dogs can make such a difference! But not every breed is suited to every job on a hobby farm or homestead. Here are breeds listed by jobs to help.
After 8 years of homesteading what I would do differently than when we first started a homesteading lifestyle.
There are so many ways to make money on a small homestead. Here are 32 practical and real life ways you can make money on your homestead or backyard farm.
