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Baking bread is one of my favorite ways to carry carry over the work of growing my own food into the kitchen. Banana bread is a staple in our house – mostly because we always seem to have a stash of over-ripe bananas ready to go in our kitchen. This simple and easy banana bread […]

We are always looking for ways to extend our growing season. There are many ways do this including using row covers, moving potted plants indoors and planting cold tolerant crops. We’ve used cold frames many times over the years to grow our own crops into the fall and winter months and protect plants early in

Getting started building your homestead can often feel overwhelming. We’ve put together a ‘year in homesteading plan’ to help you get started homesteading. You will find general information about homestead planning and then a 12 month plan to build your homestead. This plan is best a applied with a little land, but can also be

We’ve grown every type of fruit over the years on our homestead – and here are is our list of 7 fruit trees to grow on your homestead. Of course you may be limited on the type of fruit based on your climate, but hopefully this gets you thinking and planning! You may also like:

There are often simple and natural techniques to use in the garden to overcome common gardening problems. Not every problem needs to be solves with expensive tools or toxic sprays. Below we’ve collect 10 creative gardening hacks to try on your homestead and in your garden. Looking for help in the garden? You might like:

Do you want to learn how to make your own sourdough starter from scratch? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the process, we’re here to make it simple. GOOD NEWS! This guide is perfect for you, with everything you need to know about creating a successful sourdough starter. In this guide, I’ll walk you through: Get

For many, the dream of homesteading is a vision of a self-sufficient lifestyle: growing your own food, raising animals, and living closer to nature. However, there’s a common belief that this dream requires a significant investment of money — from purchasing land to buying expensive equipment and supplies. There is some truth to this, but

Borage (Borago officinalis), also known as starflower, is a versatile herb that’s easy to grow and offers a range of benefits, from enhancing your garden to supporting your health. This hardy plant is rich in nutrients and offers culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. Here’s why you should consider adding borage to your garden. You can

Chickens are an amazing addition to a homestead and often one of the first animals people get. In general they are easy to care for and provide delicious eggs for your kitchen. Just like any animal, they do require some specific things to stay safe and healthy. Below I go into 5 things to know