Have you heard the term ‘aquaponics’ being used more and more lately? Though aquaponic gardening has been around for centuries, it has made a comeback in a huge way. Don’t assume it’s only for large commercial farmers, either. In fact, … Read More
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Backyard Fish Farming: How to Raise Fish for Food or Profit at Home
Have you ever considered raising fish in your backyard? If not, this article might change your mind. The reason I say that is as homesteaders our goal is to be as self-sufficient as possible. So why wouldn’t you use an opportunity for another … Read More
45 Shipping Container Homes That Are Beautiful and Feel Like Home
Thinking about buying your first home? Or have you been living in the same house for so long you’re looking for a change? Did you ever consider that your next home could be in a big metal box? I know … Read More
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Tiny House?
Do you love the tiny house trend that is flooding our nation? Well, I personally am a huge fan of it because I love the idea of not having a ton of debt wrapped up in a house. I also … Read More
22 Homemade Hand Sanitizers You Can Make Right Now
Desperate times call for desperate measures and that means keeping your hands as clean as possible with a homemade hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is not by any means a replacement for washing your hands thoroughly, however, it can be a … Read More
3 Easy Steps to Growing Herbs Indoors (and 5 Herb Garden Inspiration)
I used to love looking at pretty home magazines as a child. You know the pretty country homes with white kitchens, lots of natural light, and the herbs growing in the kitchen window? Well, if you are fortunate enough to … Read More
13 Plants That Keep Spiders Away
Just the word spider makes my skin feel creepy crawly. While spiders might be necessary for the environment, that doesn’t mean we have to like them or want them around us. Instead of using chemicals to keep spiders out of … Read More
9 Effective Root Cellar Pest Control Methods to Keep Critters Away
Food attracts pests and rodents. And rodents attract snakes. These are facts of life if you choose to use a root cellar to store your food over the winter months. They’re handy, but you must know how to battle the intruders, or … Read More
How to Purify Water as a Life-Saving Emergency When SHTF
Imagine it. SHTF. You’ve been preparing for this, but it happened in a way you didn’t expect. Maybe you’ve been preparing for nuclear fallout, but instead, a catastrophic storm hit your area. Well, don’t blink. Instead, put what you’ve been … Read More
How to Reduce Your Reliance on the Grocery Store during a Crisis
Over the last few years, I’ve worked hard to reduce my reliance on the grocery store. For the most part, that was a matter of convenience – I’m busy, and the less often I have to make the 40-minute round … Read More