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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 about how to become more self reliant if off …

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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 least one in-depth tutorial for making your first soap …

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Whether you are new to homesteading or just want to refresh on the basics, it’s always best to have a reliable homesteading book in your library. The homesteading lifestyle prompts families, both young and old, to become more self-reliant, which has a lot of benefits. But – finding reliable information about homesteading isn’t as easy as …

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Sick of the old dehydrated banana chips or beef jerky? Here are 49 different weird things to dehydrate! From liver snacks for the dog to wine leather for you, sauerkraut salt & vinegar chips to preserved mushrooms, we’ve collected them all.  I really love pushing appliances to their limits and using them to their full …

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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. Jump right in with the homesteading skills on this list. I’ve mainly included practical homesteading …

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Homestead pigs can be pretty easy work once you have your infrastructure set up. The price tag on those little piglets can be a real doozy though. Depending on the breed, you can pay anywhere from $60 to $250 or more when you get into breeds like Kunekune pigs.  Such a high cost may have …

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