Homesteading Articles
Growing Tomatoes: Everything You Need to Know For Success
Grow, eat, and preserve your garden tomatoes to last all year long!
Growing Up Hunting: Shaping Who I am Today
Learn about the legacy of hunting this woman passed on to her children!
Fresh Eggs Guide, including the Egg Water Test
Want the secret for how to tell how old eggs are? How about instructions on how to do the egg water test? This article by Lisa Steele covers everything you need to know about fresh eggs, from testing for freshness to storing, safe handling, and cooking. Make sure your next meal is cooked with only the freshest eggs!
Living in a Yurt in with Three Children and Winter Yurt Lessons
Ever wondered what living in a yurt would be like? What about living in a yurt with kids? In this article, we get you a behind-the-scenes look into winter yurt living with Esther Emery of YouTube’s homesteading hit channel Fouch Family Off Grid. Join us!
Zucchini Squash Growing Tips – From Planting to Storage
Grow a frugal, productive crop on your homestead—zucchini!
How to Select & Start Seeds for Homestead Gardens
Learn how to grow healthy transplants for your garden!
Gathering Wood: What Memories are Made Of
I have many fond memories about growing up on a small homestead. One of those memories is about cutting wood for the winter with the family.
The Proper Way to Sharpen Knives with Knife Sharpening Tips
Sharpening knives is not a difficult task, but it does require some time and patience. Learn how to sharpen a knife and how to tell if your knife is sharp.
Winterizing Your Chickens: Keeping Warm Chickens in Winter
Anxious about how to care for your chickens over the winter? Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily shares helpful tips on caring for your flock during the cold months.
Homesteading With Realistic Expectations
Homesteading and self-sufficient living is the talk of the town! In this article, we help you start small and set realistic goals for your homestead.