The Homestead Life »

[7 Nov 2011 1,338 views]

My grandmother recently mailed to me a copy of a memoir my great grandfather wrote about his life growing up. It was typed on a typewriter… and I absolutely love it. Things were so very different back then. I’d give anything to have him here to lend me homesteading advice!

The Homestead Life »

[7 Nov 2011 783 views]
Monday’s Homestead Barn Hop

It’s Monday once again! Link up and share all that you’ve learned and accomplished over the past week or so!

The Homestead Life »

[2 Nov 2011 889 views]

I’m sure you have a bunch of stuff laying around your home that could really be a blessing to a less fortunate family. Here’s your chance to give to people who would otherwise never have the means to buy what we take for granted daily!

Kitchen Tips, What's Cooking »

[2 Nov 2011 1,473 views]
Crockpot Baked Potatoes

Here’s an easy way to have baked potatoes ready by dinnertime any day!

Reviews & Giveaways »

[1 Nov 2011 1,199 views]
Fair Trade USA: Goodie Bag Giveaway!!

In an effort to raise awareness and conscientious purchasing in the US, Fair Trade USA is sponsoring one really sweet giveaway right here, plus they have some super cool apps, too! Check it out!

Congratulations to Sarah (armywife…)!! Thanks to all who entered!

Preserving Food, What's Cooking »

[31 Oct 2011 1,003 views]
How To Preserve Greens: Freezing, Canning, and Dehydrating

Have an abundance of mustard, turnip, and other mixed greens? Here are three great ways to preserve the harvest!

The Homestead Life »

[31 Oct 2011 796 views]
Monday’s Homestead Barn Hop

Hope you’ve had a productive last week! Link up and share what you’ve been learning on the homestead!

Gardening »

[28 Oct 2011 1,342 views]
How To Plant Garlic

Here’s how easy it is to grow your own garlic!

Frugal Living, Raising Kids »

[27 Oct 2011 1,930 views]
Saving Money on Baby Powder

Here’s how I save big bucks on baby powder.

Frugal Living »

[25 Oct 2011 8,342 views]
Creative Uses For Free Wooden Pallets

Re-purposing wooden shipping pallets is a fantastic way to create some one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, for FREE! Here are some of my favorite ideas for turning pallets into beautiful pieces to use around the home. Enjoy!

Gardening »

[25 Oct 2011 1,093 views]
Putting The Garden To Sleep For The Winter

We’re busy cleaning up the garden so it can rest for the winter. But there’s still a lot we can do to be getting ready for next year’s planting time!

The Homestead Life »

[24 Oct 2011 818 views]
Monday’s Homestead Barn Hop

Good Monday, homesteading friends!! Link up and share what’s been going on at your place! You guys always keep me inspired!