24 Creative Ways to Hide a Tree Stump In Your Garden
I need to start with a disclaimer here – I love tree stumps! I’ve never seen the point of going to the trouble and expense of grinding them out when …
13 Tastiest and Best Tomatoes for Containers and Pots
The best container tomatoes to grow in pots! For most homesteaders, fresh garden tomatoes will come at the top of their list of yummy garden crops to sow and grow. …
9 Best Tomato Plants for Hanging Baskets [Super Prolific Varieties!]
Growing a tomato hanging basket is a great way to make the best use of a cramped garden or homestead. Hanging baskets can be put outside a window or balcony, …
Living Off the Land 101 – Homesteading Tips, Off-Grid, and More!
Living off the land – sounds idyllic, doesn’t it?! Spending your days working away on your own piece of paradise, making enough to pay the bills – it is something …
11 Gorgeous Black and White Sheep Breeds [With Pictures!]
If you’re looking to start a small flock of sheep, the choice of breeds available is a bit overwhelming! Black and white sheep are becoming increasingly popular, thanks to the …
When to Pick Tomatillos for Flavorful, Zesty, and Safe Fruit
When to pick tomatillos? Here’s our best advice! Tomatillos are still somewhat the new kid on the block in the world of vegetable gardening, and many people are confused about …
14 Pretty Whiskey Barrel Planter Ideas [+ How to Plant!]
Check out these whiskey barrel planter ideas! Whiskey barrel planters are a fun and easy way to create a splash of color and greenery around your yard. And homestead! Whether …
Chickens With Afros – The World’s 8 Coolest Crested Chicken Breeds
Have you ever seen chickens with afros? They get called crested chicken breeds on our homestead. And you only have to scratch the surface of the world of chickens to realize that there …
How to Bake Without an Oven [Cheap Ways to Bake Cookies and Cake to Perfection!]
How to bake without an oven – Whether you want to try something new or your oven is temporarily out of order, you’ll be amazed at the different ways to …
Cheap Fencing for Pigs to Keep Your Hogs Where You Want Them
Cheap fencing for pigs – Many people get put off keeping pigs after hearing horror stories about chasing escaped little grunters around the homestead! While an escaped pig is a …
5 DIY Duck Pen Ideas [+ Helpful Tips on How to Build the Best Pen]
Duck pen ideas! Many people put off keeping ducks after seeing duck pens that are muddy and filthy! But although ducks love to play in the water, the correct duck …
How to Grow and When to Harvest Lima Bean Plants From Seed
How to grow lima beans and when to harvest them! Many homesteaders are looking to grow more varied crops in larger quantities to counteract the effects of global food price …
7 Essential Books on Building a House Yourself [Cabins, Tiny Houses, and More!]
While you can find a wealth of information on building a house yourself, we still believe that the best resource available are good books on building a house! No one …
205+ Waggish Farm Dog Names for Your Best Canine Friends!
A good farm dog will be your best friend, constant companion, and work colleague all rolled into one! So your canine buddy deserves the best farm dog name you can …
23 DIY Pallet Chicken Coop Plans! [Free Coop Plans and Ideas!]
Building a chicken coop from pallets is a cheap and easy woodworking project! One that can be as straightforward or as complex as you want to make it. From a …