My soaps generally use a tallow (beef fat) recipe. We raise our own beef cattle, and I don’t like wasting anything, bring in the steak & kidney pies and liverwurst, so over time, I’ve developed an excellent formula for tallow…
Knowing how to build a fence gate that won’t sag is vital for your DIY fencing project. No other part of the fence gets looked at or used more. Needing to lift the gate to keep it from dragging on…
Unless you are an unreformable exhibitionist, you need some cheap ways to block your neighbor’s view. Of your house, your deck, your yards. Not that you ever plan anything inappropriate. But as we all know – stuff happens – like…
Whether you’re setting up a smallholding or need to revamp your garden, low-cost fencing options are a lifesaver. Quotes from fencing companies can be shockingly expensive, so you might start looking at other cheap fence ideas and low-cost fence designs….
Roof water is one of the most underused homeowner resources. Practical downspout drainage ideas should focus on collecting and dispersing water to gardens and trees. You can turn the burden of excess water into a tremendous homesteading asset. Here’s how….
Have you ever wanted to bring a reliable flashlight with you for a camping adventure at night but realized you couldn’t stuff it inside your backpack? Love hiking but don’t love the weight that comes with a bright flashlight? The…
Many factors determine how much a bale of hay weighs including whether it’s square or round, the type of hay, whether it’s first or third cut, the moisture levels, and so much more. So, to determine the average weight of one of your hay bales,
As far as traditional off-grid structures go, an outhouse needs a simple plan for a simple DIY build – a tall wooden box with a door positioned atop a hole in the ground. Job done! Or is it? Is that the limit of…
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 that many of us dream of – daily! What Is…
Delicious homemade ice cream without electricity? No problem! Hand crank ice cream provides your family with many memories, from having cranking competitions to enjoying family-made ice cream on Sunday night. The right hand crank ice cream maker (also known as…
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Bees can do wonders for our gardens and our planet, but you’ll need to know how to attract them if you want to see the benefits in your garden. If you want to invite these handly little pollinators to your…
Whether you’re already on a homestead or dreaming of being a homesteader, homesteading skills are invaluable – and lots of fun! They give you a real sense of accomplishment, you save money, and you’re becoming more self-reliant in the process….
Here’s how to build a root cellar cheaply! And – here’s why you should have a root cellar. Root cellars are used – and have been used – for centuries worldwide to preserve food – especially root crops. You can…
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 nightmare, it is not all that costly to confine them…
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 should embark on a self-build project without one of these…