Fruit Preserves Mason Jar Labels! Whether you can goodies from your garden and orchard, or you just want some pretty labels to dress up jars filled with mason jar mixes or gifts… these labels come in so handy! There’s no need to buy sticky labels every year for your jams,…
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How to Make Lemon Furniture Polish & Flannel Dust Cloths
How to Make Easy Lemon Furniture Polish Do you want to start cleaning your home with non-toxic, inexpensive cleaning products you can make from scratch? With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own DIY cleaners, save money, and reduce your household waste. This lemon furniture polish requires…
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The 5 Best Free Nesting Boxes for Your Laying Hens
‘Cheep’ Nesting Boxes & Tips If you’re raising a few laying hens for their lovely eggs, it’s a good idea to have at least one or two nesting boxes. A good nesting box provides a safe and secluded spot for your hen to ‘nestle down’ and lay her egg. However,…
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How to Make an Easy Batch of Milk Kefir
Make An Easy Batch of Healthy Milk Kefir Kefir is a fermented product made from milk (there is also kefir made from sugar water or coconut water) that’s chock full of probiotics and nutrients. I like kefir plain but it’s delicious with a bit of fruit, honey, or maple syrup…
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How to Plant the Best Windbreak for a Small Homestead
Plant the Best Windbreak for a Small Homestead A windbreak is a row of trees or shrubs that helps protect your home and property from bitter winds in the winter. Some homeowners don’t have room for large windbreak trees such as Norway spruce, white pine, or Douglas fir trees. If…
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Make a Soothing Balm for Your Pet’s Paws
DIY Soothing Balm for Your Pet’s Paws Winter can be tough on us and on our pets. Cold weather and a lack of humidity in our homes can lead to dry skin and cracked paws. Pets that go outside for walks or playtime may have even more problems with rough,…
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Flower Gift Tags and Mason Jar Toppers
Free Flower Gift Tags and Mason Jar Toppers If you’ve ever wanted to personalize a gift with some pretty tags but didn’t have time to run to the store or create your own from scratch, then these free printables are just the ticket! I like keeping a few gift tags…
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How to Make Homemade Probiotics for Chickens
Homemade Probiotics for Chickens? In recent years, researchers have discovered just how important beneficial bacteria are for our digestive health. The same thing goes for all other animals, including our pets and livestock, such as chickens. You can find some good quality probiotics for chickens and other poultry online or…
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Save Money with Free Botanical Gift Tags
Get Your Free Herbal & Botanical Gift Tags! I like creating my own gift tags and jar toppers for giving handmade gifts for birthdays and the Holidays. It helps me save money, reduce waste, and dress up gifts for my family and friends. Plus, it’s fun to share these fun…
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25 of the Best Ways to Use Leftover Pumpkins
The Best Ways to Use a Pumpkin! Pumpkins are fun to grow in your garden, carve for Halloween, and cook up for delicious fall recipes. If you raise a bumper crop or find a great deal on these festive fruits in early November, you might be wondering how to preserve,…
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How to Make the Best Whole Wheat Banana Bread
Make light, fluffy loaves of whole wheat banana bread with these tips and my delicious recipe! Reduced fat and extra fiber for yummy bread!
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50 Tips to Save Money on Your Garden
Here are a bunch of tips to save money on your garden but still have a beautiful yard and productive plot!
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How to Join a Community Garden
Learn how to find and join a community garden in your neighborhood. Tips for getting started and what you'll need for a successful garden!
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How to Make Sore Muscle Rub From Scratch
Make your own sore muscle rub to ease your aching body after a hard day of homesteading & gardening! Made from all natural ingredients.
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Homemade Hot Cocoa Recipe from Scratch
This hot cocoa recipe is easy and takes just a few minutes. Why spend more on the storebought mix when you can make it yourself?!
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DIY Baking Powder, Cake Flour & Self Rising Flour
How to make baking powder, cake flour, and self-rising flour from scratch. Great info when you don't have these ingredients on hand.