13 Fun 4th of July Party Recipes
It’s my favorite holiday, and for all the silliest reasons. I love the colors, the heat, the long days, the fireworks, all of it. And even though we don’t think…
15 Summer Potluck Recipes That Travel Well
Summer potluck recipes that travel well AND taste great?? Yes, it’s possible. I’ve put together 15 recipes that hold up during transport and are perfect for sharing. Because we’ve all…
21 Homestead House Plans That Are Timeless and Functional
When you’re looking to build the perfect homestead home, you need features that support self-sufficiency, food preservation, and the realities of living in the country. I’ve rounded up some of…
11 Pretty & Practical Spring Projects for the Homestead
Spring on the farm means baby animals, wildflowers everywhere, tons of eggs, and lots of hard work. But I hope you save some time in those long, busy days to…
The Seasonal Kitchen: Cooking & Preserving Pears
In early autumn, apples get all the attention and sometimes pears get overlooked. But not by me. They’re one of my favorite fruits of all: sweet, juicy, and only perfect…
How to Order Beef from a Local Farm
Inside: How to order beef from a small local farm: a great way to get high-quality, affordable meat while supporting your community. The key steps are: Want to buy a…
25+ Winter Squash Recipes Perfect for Chilly Days
I love it when the trees start to change color in the fall, but fall produce is just as beautiful–particularly winter squash. These winter squash recipes will bring vibrant colors…
20 Delightfully Spooky Farmhouse Halloween Recipes
These farmhouse Halloween recipes combine the classic country beauty with the spooky fun of Halloween. I tried to find things that I could picture on a beautiful picnic table outside…
7 Must-Have Skills to Build While Waiting For Your Dream Homestead
Inside: The best skills to master for homesteaders, wherever you live right now. Reading is fun, but practicing is a million times better. Roll up your sleeves and work on…
How To Lay Out Your Homestead So It’s Beautiful and Efficient
Inside: How to design a homestead layout that works with the land, not against it, so your final result is anything but cookie-cutter. When I first moved here, I had…
How to Adapt Your Routine to the Seasons (Cozy Winters, Fresh Springs + More)
How you spend your days is how you spend your life. So why live like you’re in some type of underground bunker, totally disconnected from the natural world? Jobs and…
How to Stock Your Homestead Kitchen for a Self Reliant Home
Before you move to your homestead, you’re probably dreaming of your kitchen. Sunshine streaming in, homemade pies cooling on the counter, and a from-scratch dinner on the stove. So much…
17 Fresh Cucumber Recipes To Make This Summer
Inside: All the cucumber salads and homemade pickles your heart desires, whether you love cucumber recipes or just have way too many cukes and need to do something with them….
10 Gorgeous Fall Cutting Flowers for an Unforgettable Harvest
Spring and summer get all the credit in the flower world, but fall is when many flowers look their best. Dark shades like scarlet zinnias and burgundy sunflowers are perfect…
10 Homesteading Books You Need in Your Home Library (For 2025)
Inside: A collection of the best homesteading books for anyone looking for a more homegrown and self-sufficient lifestyle. If you are like many people who are starting a new lifestyle…
10 Summer Farmhouse Decor Ideas That Are Simple and Fresh
Inside: Classic American style shines in summer. But it’s not all sunflowers and red, white, and blue. Here are easy and pretty ways to add easy, breezy country style to…
10+ Creative + Useful Things to Make with Beeswax
Beeswax is such a versatile ingredient and has been treasured for centuries. It can be used to make everything from beauty products to furniture polish, and more. Check out this…
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