Homesteading

Nettles have long and interesting history dating as far back as the Bronze Age, where they were once used for food, medicine and fiber. Times have changed greatly since 2500 …

There’s nothing worse than having your heart set on a warm loaf of bread only to realize you’re completely out of yeast or the yeast you have has gone bad. …

Have you seen our article, “25 Edible Wild Plants to Forage for In Early Spring”? Getting into foraging is a great way to supplement your diet with free, nutritious food. …

It’s that time of year when backyard chickens everywhere awaken from their winter slumber and go into egg production overdrive.  If you’re anything like us, you’ve gone from getting no …

Ginger is something that I use almost daily in my kitchen. I don’t know what I go through more of – garlic or ginger. Whether it’s chopped up in my …

Cast-iron is kind of a big deal these days. It’s everywhere. And for a good reason, cast-iron offers a tough, non-stick surface without the pitfalls of synthetic coatings. And let’s …

As the first signs of spring arrive, and winter fades into the rear view mirror, you will likely be busy planting many of the crops that will sustain you for …

How long you can go without heading to the store “to cook breakfast, lunch or dinner“, will determine how well you are prepared in case of any emergency. To determine …

If you live near a shoreline, seaweed may be an untapped natural resource at your disposal. You may not realise it, but there are many uses for seaweed around your …

In the forest, just before delicate spring buds at the ends of tentative branches begin to gently open, life on the forest floor is already awakening. You may even catch …

For many people, the harbinger of spring is seeing that first robin or the tiny green shoots of crocus poking up through the snow. But for those of us with …

Healing herbs and wild medicines are all around us. They are to be found in meadows, forests, even our own backyards! And we should never underestimate their potential. Some of …

After you’ve successfully fermented batch after batch of amazingly crunchy sauerkraut, perfecting the process along the way, brine and spices included, the question begs to be asked: what fermented veggies …

Raising chickens is such a delight, because they’re pets with benefits. Not only do they provide affection, entertainment, and fun, but they provide you with breakfast too! We’re often asked …

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at making cheese give mozzarella a try. It’s super simple. It only takes about half an hour. And you can eat it …

Homesteaders tend to fall automatically into the DIY lifestyle category. We are self-reliant creators, workers and doers. As clever as our hands are, sometimes they need the help of a …

Beets, like Brussels sprouts, are loved by a few courageous souls, it is likeable by a beet-conscious crowd and loathed by others. They are healthy, easy-to-grow vegetables which can bring …

I’m constantly amazed at the number of foods that can be made easily at home that taste infinitely better than their store-bought counterparts. The best example is homemade yogurt. There …

Did you know that the buttermilk we use today has nothing at all to do with making butter? Most of us know that when you make butter, what’s left over …

Knowledge is power. And if your aim in life is to be a self-reliant gardener and/or homesteader, there are plenty of essential skills to learn! The homesteading experience often starts …

Garlic is noted for having both antibacterial and antiviral qualities, as well as boasting a whole other suite of health-boosting properties. Antioxidant-rich garlic is known to help prevent, and treat, …

Once you realize how fun and beneficial raising chickens can be, you make every effort to make the experience better for the chickens, and yourself!  Related Reading: 10 Things Nobody …

One can easily fall in love with hazelnuts for many reasons beyond our control, the first being a chocolatey hazelnut spread, resembling Nutella. You can spread it generously on pancakes, …

Let’s face it – gift giving can be hard. How many times have you plastered on a fake smile and forced an, “Oh, this is…nice,” over a gift you weren’t …