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 […]
Homesteading for the long term requires some unique skills & the attitude to make it work, it's all about homesteading for sustainability.
Low maintenance farm animals promote sustainable practices and are a wise choice for beginners or those with limited experience in farming.
Goals to set for your first year of homesteading that you can actually reach! One family's goal suggestions for any first year homesteader.
Most people think you need a lot of land to grow all your own food, but this is just not true. Find out exactly how much land you need to be self-sufficient!
You can make money from your homestead! Here are 103 ways to make money from even the smallest homestead, today!
A thorough guide on starting a homestead from scratch so you can live a more self-sufficient life in each area of your home and life.
If you find yourself homesteading alone, it can be overwhelming! Check out "How to Homestead Alone and Not Die in the Process"
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
Sustainable survival homesteading is possible on less than an acre. While you can't do a lot, you can still generate your own food.
Homesteading is all about being frugal, saving money, and being resourceful. So it only makes sense that homestead recycling plays a large part in your day to day activities also. Have you ever stopped to think about how much the average person wastes each day that could be repurposed orContinue Reading
Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
The farm grosses six figures annually and feeds more than 200 families through CSA shares and farmer's markets. Only 1.5 acres of land are cultivated in permanent beds.
Tips for busy working couples on how to build a home or homestead from scratch without losing your sanity. Ideas for communicating, staying on track, and building the home of your dreams successfully without going crazy.
Let’s have a house party in the country, at a luxurious farm stay where the focus is squarely on sustainability... and glorious food. Step inside Dairy Flat Farm.
It’s 2024 and everyone loves the idea of homesteading. And what’s more natural than a beautiful homesteading design that incorporates houseplants that can benefit your home year-round! Houseplants offer much more than aesthetically pleasing greenery. They are essential elements in homesteading designs, providing a host of benefits that enhance your off-grid lifestyle. From improving indoor … Create a Off-Grid Oasis in 2024: Houseplants as Essential Elements in Homesteading Designs Read More »
Discover micro homesteading with 30 creative, beginner-friendly ideas! Transform any space into a productive, sustainable haven.
Wanting to farm your backyard? This 0.1 acre homestead layout can help you design a small homestead that's functional, productive, and self-sufficient.
Don't let the cost of homesteading deter you from experiencing the joy and satisfaction of its lifestyle. With a little help, you can start your homesteading journey with little to no money.
Do you want to quit your job and create a sustainable income from your homestead? Here are 100+ ways to make money farming just to get you started!
Trying to adopt a more eco-friendly lifestyle? Here are 50 Easy ideas to get started. Going green and sustainable is possible in any home.
With the right preparation, planning, and research, anyone can successfully launch their own homesteading project. We've got all the tips you need to make a sustainable homestead!
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
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.
Homesteading and beyond! 5 powerful permaculture ideas to add to your homestead or farm. Regenerative & organic home-based agriculture ideas.
Looking for ways to be self-reliant? Check out "54 Self-Reliant Living Tips" for ways to get started today! #selfsufficiency
As communities seek greater resiliency in the wake of economic upheaval, job loss, climate change, and global food shortages, local farmers are seen as a key resource to help reinvigorate (or create) a diversified, regionalized, ecologically based food system. Farms with a Future explores the passion, creativity, and e
Today I want to address the concept of our plant-based homestead and answer some questions about this. As usual, you can watch the video below or read the post, the information is not all the same,…
Here we provide 7 smart tips to help you make your farm or homestead profitable. Read on to learn more on how to make a small farm profitable in 2024.
A thorough guide on starting a homestead from scratch so you can live a more self-sufficient life in each area of your home and life.
We've all seen them. Those huge listicles with ideas for making money on your homestead. A laundry list of things that could potentially bring in income, but mostly just a few dollars here or there.
There are many different skills you will need to be self-sufficient and ready to homestead. If you're don't own that perfect piece of land yet, there is still time to start honing your skills in
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!
It’s 2024 and everyone loves the idea of homesteading. And what’s more natural than a beautiful homesteading design that incorporates houseplants that can benefit your home year-round! Houseplants offer much more than aesthetically pleasing greenery. They are essential elements in homesteading designs, providing a host of benefits that enhance your off-grid lifestyle. From improving indoor … Create a Off-Grid Oasis in 2024: Houseplants as Essential Elements in Homesteading Designs Read More »
You can homestead no matter where you are, even in the middle of town. Learn how to be a Suburban (or Urban) Homesteader.
Turn your grass clippings into a valuable resource. Find out how to use grass clippings effectively on your homestead and reduce waste.
Hi Friends! Today I wanted to give a quick overview on a three different options that fall under the category, meat-free homestead. I’m going to give a quick rundown on the vegan lifestyle, v…
As a new homesteader it can be hard to know what to do first, or what to do next if you've been homesteading for a while. Listen to this podcast for tips on how to know what to do next.
It’s 2024 and everyone loves the idea of homesteading. And what’s more natural than a beautiful homesteading design that incorporates houseplants that can benefit your home year-round! Houseplants offer much more than aesthetically pleasing greenery. They are essential elements in homesteading designs, providing a host of benefits that enhance your off-grid lifestyle. From improving indoor … Create a Off-Grid Oasis in 2024: Houseplants as Essential Elements in Homesteading Designs Read More »
If you’re serious about farming a large homestead year-round, this 15-acre homestead layout will help you plan and design for the best results from your land.
A brief overview of the term homesteading, a list of 18+ ways to homestead in the suburbs, and some beginner homesteading tips.
