Last-Minute Christmas Gifts for Homesteaders (15 Useful Ideas)
Forgot someone on your Christmas list? It’s not too late. These 15 practical, last-minute homesteader gifts are easy to order on Amazon—and they’re tools and supplies that actually get used, not forgotten.
Plantain (Plantago major & Plantago lanceolata): A Common Yard Weed With Powerful Medicinal Uses
Often dismissed as a common lawn weed, plantain (Plantago major and Plantago lanceolata) is one of the most useful medicinal herbs you can forage nearly year-round. Learn how to identify it, use it fresh, harvest safely, and preserve it for…
Natural Sciatica Pain Relief: What Worked for Me After Years of Struggle
Are you tired of dealing with sciatica pain and looking for natural relief? I've dealt with it on and off since I was 14, when I injured my back playing volleyball. Over the years, I've searched high and low for…
How to Treat a Fibromyalgia Flare with Natural Remedies, Food, and Faith
When my husband’s fibro flare knocked him off his feet, we turned to our homegrown apothecary for support—herbs like lemon balm, boneset, wild aster, and passion vine. In this post, I walk you through the natural remedies we used, why…
Colony Raised Meat Rabbits: How We’ve Built a Thriving Rabbitry
Are you considering colony raised meat rabbits but not sure where to start? We’ve been doing just that for over 10 years on our homestead, and we’ve learned a lot along the way. Out of all the systems we’ve tried,…
My 5 Favorite Garden Tools on Amazon (That I Actually Use!)
These are my 5 favorite garden tools on Amazon. I use each of these regularly and would recommend them all to my friends and family. So here I am, recommending them to you! Read on to find out why they've…
How to Make Elderberry Syrup for Immune Support
If you’ve spent any time in the natural health world, you’ve probably heard of elderberry syrup—and for good reason. This time-tested remedy is loaded with immune-boosting properties and has become a go-to for families wanting to fight off colds and…
Natural Sunburn Relief After a Day at the River
Some days, no matter how great they are, leave you needing a little natural sunburn relief. We spent the morning soaking up sunshine, splashing in the river, and enjoying the kind of slow, screen-free fun that feeds the soul.
Lemon Balm Benefits: How to Grow and Use This Calming Herb
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is one of those herbs every home gardener should know. It’s cheerful, aromatic, easy to grow, and full of natural goodness. Whether you're brewing tea, soothing a fussy toddler, or crafting an herbal salve, lemon balm…
How to Make Tepache: A Traditional Mexican Fermented Pineapple Drink
Looking for a delicious way to use pineapple scraps? Enter tepache — a traditional Mexican fermented drink made from pineapple peels, sugar, and spices. Lightly bubbly, tangy-sweet, and packed with probiotics, this refreshing beverage is not only easy to make…
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