Homesteading

Does your yard sport a naked well pipe sticking out of the soil like a long-lost snorkel? Well – we have good news. Your wellhead (aka a well pipe) can wear a cover. And we have many creative ideas to help you cover up your well pipe, which can protect and…

I have been toying with the idea of introducing cows to our smallholding, but the thought of upgrading all our fences is a little daunting, to say the least. From what I’ve experienced of cows, they perceive fences primarily as scratching posts and then as items…

There’s always fencing to be done on a homestead or farm, and the best fencing pliers make your life a lot easier. I have one set of pliers I always carry with me. They’re the pliers that can do anything – grab wire, twist it, cut…

Homesteaders from all over the world feel the high cost of housing digging into their pockets. And their piggy banks! So, at a time like this, you might need to do some deep digging for some cheap housing ideas and some options for alternatives to the…

In most books, the definition of the word “self sufficient” is simple: If you are self-sufficient, then you need no outside help in satisfying your own needs, especially when it comes to producing your own food and living healthily. However, you’ll probably need to know more…

We hope you never encounter some of these ugly black bugs that look like poppy seeds. But do these bugs genuinely resemble black seeds? Well, humankind likes to compare things. It is a part of the unique human imagination. This peculiar trait can lead to low…

We warn you that many of the following bugs that look like fleas are disgusting. And appalling! Because fleas are tiny, insidious, wingless insects. They’re infamous bloodsuckers belonging to the order of true bugs (Hemiptera). There are around 2,500 species of fleas in the world. And they’re…

Nobody runs out of fuel purposefully. But we homesteaders do often tempt fate. Right? Luckily – the solution is simple if a modern diesel tractor with an electric diesel pump runs out of fuel. Fill the tank and start the engine.  But starting a diesel tractor with a mechanical…

All homesteaders should know how to tell if a spark plug is bad. Learning is easy – and we’re about to brainstorm some of the worst bad spark plug symptoms you may encounter. Because a bad spark plug can strike any time – and it’s always enough to…

Is it possible to start a family farm or a ranch with little or no money? The short answer is YES! But there are various factors to consider since you’ll be operating on a highly constrained budget. And, of course, starting a farm with no money…

Starting with making soap can be a fun experience, a nightmare, or even both! However, finding the best book on soapmaking for you can help you have a positive, safe, and fun experience when you first start making soaps. The best books on soapmaking offer at…

Looking for some creative dog run ideas to offer your pup a safe outdoor space to play, relax, and get exercise in your backyard? Whether your canine companion needs a safe, enclosed spot to play during the day, a refuge for hot weather, or a safe…

The past few years have made more people than ever wish they could escape city life and begin living closer to nature, healthier, and much more simply. That means that people are increasingly searching for free land for off-grid living. The search for more freedom is happening…

We’re sharing the best ways to start apartment homesteading so you can become more self-sufficient in nearly any city or state. Because maybe you feel stuck in an urban zone and wish you lived closer to nature – or you want more privacy and an organic…

Are you ready to get out of the big city and head for the country, embrace a more simplistic lifestyle, and start a new life homesteading? Or maybe you’re seeking the best states for homesteading in the USA that won’t cost too much money. If so,…