Find out why so many are choosing to embrace the homesteading lifestyle, and why it might be the best choice for you, too! After 2020, it’s perhaps no surprise that 8% of Americans now plan to move from their city or county in search of ... Read More...
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DIY Cajun Seasoning
Mix up this simple Cajun Seasoning in just minutes to use in all your favorite Cajun recipes. Skip the fillers & MSG, and make your own! I love making my own seasonings. Not only does it save money, but I love that I can customize ... Read More...
How to Float Eggs
Learn how to float eggs here, and find out why you would ever need to float eggs. This is an important skill for backyard chicken owners to have. For the majority of people, knowing whether eggs are good or not simply requires looking at the ... Read More...
Most Popular Posts
How to Cut Open a Pomegranate
Tired of having hands covered in red juice? Find out how to cut open a pomegranate the easy way! I’ve always loved pomegranates, but as a kid I remember it being such a hassle to cut open a pomegranate to get out the seeds. Without fail, we ended up with hands covered in red juice, […]
Why My Family Left Classical Conversations
Find out why my family left Classical Conversations, including the problems we experienced with the curriculum, expectations, and corporate. Before I get in to why my family left Classical Conversations, I’d like to start from the beginning, with why we joined in the first place. If you aren’t aware of Classical Conversations (which I’ll refer […]
DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks
Make your own DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks from garbage! There’s a reason this post is one of our top posts of all time! Making your own DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks is so much fun, and it costs almost nothing! I’m going to show my age with this post. I remember when I was in middle […]
Recipes You’ll Love:
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
A delicious breakfast recipe, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal is sure to be a family favorite. Easy to make the day of, or perfect for a make-ahead breakfast. Ever since I made the Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal, my kids have been ... Read More...
Sweet Potato Muffins
These Sweet Potato Muffins can be made using your leftover mashed, whipped, or pureed sweet potatoes or yams. They're full of flavor and easy to make! Sweet Potato Muffins are a delicious, portable breakfast. Last year after ... Read More...
Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal
Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal is an easy breakfast recipe that's simple enough for any day, but fancy enough for special breakfasts and brunches. When I stumbled upon this delicious looking recipe from Flavor the Moments, I knew I needed to ... Read More...
Homeschooling & Kids
DIY Wood Burned Ornaments
DIY Wood Burned Ornaments made by my kids! With some wood slices, and a wood burning kit, your kids can create anything they can dream up! My kids love making crafts, especially when it comes to Christmas. They actually came up ... Read More...
Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt
Make your family outing to view neighborhood Christmas lights more fun with this Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt. Does your family have the tradition of going around to look at Christmas lights? It can be fun to bundle up, take some snacks ... Read More...
Educational Gifts: A Guide for Elementary Students
Find fun but educational gifts for your elementary students this Christmas with this gift guide! Covering a variety of subjects, from engineering, to architecture, to botany, and more, you're sure to find a fabulous gift your child will ... Read More...
Home & Garden
Protect Your Homestead From Unwanted Rodents This Winter
Protect your homestead from unwanted rodents this winter with these 3 simple steps. According to a recent survey by Harris Poll, more than a third of Americans have spotted a rodent in their house this year. Where there is one rodent however, ... Read More...
Gift Guide for the Homesteader
Gift Guide for the Homesteader: Find the most useful homestead gifts this holiday season. All sorts of practical gifts that will get so much use by your favorite homesteader! When homesteading, there are so many tools and skills ... Read More...
Seed Packet Template
Seed Packet Template (both blank and with fill-in-the-blanks) makes it easy to save seeds or participate in seed swaps! I have participated in a couple of seed exchanges over the years, and I always love the experience. It's so much fun ... Read More...