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Simple Coleslaw

ByJen November 15, 2024November 29, 2024

Alright, I’d love to say that the cabbage and carrots are from the garden but they aren’t. Sometimes this…

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Various gardening tools and accessories laid out on a lush green background

15 Essential Tools for Starting a Homestead Garden

ByJen November 11, 2024November 12, 2024

Discover 15 essential tools for starting your homestead garden. Equip yourself for successful planting, weeding, and maintenance

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Solar vs Generator: Best Power Options for Homesteads

Solar vs Generator: Best Power Options for Homesteads

ByJen November 3, 2024November 4, 2024

Explore the pros and cons of solar power and generators for homesteading. Discover which option best fits your energy needs and budget.

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A rustic setting with fresh vegetables. On the left, there's a bowl filled with vibrant green arugula leaves. In the center, a wooden stump serves as a makeshift table, holding a bunch of fresh green herbs, possibly rosemary or thyme. Adjacent to the stump, there's a bowl filled with bright red cherry tomatoes on their vine. To the right, a bunch of orange carrots with their green tops is placed next to a long, green zucchini. The backdrop consists of a burlap sack and a rustic metal plate. The entire scene exudes a farmhouse or countryside vibe, emphasizing fresh produce.

Why We Grow Our Own Food

ByJen October 29, 2024November 29, 2024

CANCER… Enough said. Okay- just kidding. There’s lots to be said. There’s also heart disease, obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, & many…

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Celebrating with Sweet Treats and Creative Captures for Cherished Memories

Celebrating with Sweet Treats and Creative Captures for Cherished Memories

ByJen October 26, 2024November 9, 2024

Life’s special moments deserve to be celebrated and remembered. Whether it’s a milestone birthday, a wedding anniversary, or a…

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A chicken run attached to a cute chicken coop. The chicken coop is made of wood and has a slide. The chicken run is fenced in and has a door. There are chickens inside the run, and they are pecking at the ground. The background is a lush green field.

How to Build a Chicken Run in 5 Ridiculously Easy Steps

ByJen October 26, 2024October 26, 2024

Ready to give your chickens the freedom they deserve while keeping them safe from predators? You’re in the right…

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An illustration of three chicken coops next to each other. The first coop is a Walk-In Coop with a wooden frame and a mesh door. The second coop is an A-Frame Coop with a triangular shape and a wooden frame. The third coop is a Dutch Barn Coop with a gable roof and a wooden frame. There are chickens in the Walk-In Coop and the A-Frame Coop.

How to Build a Chicken Coop In 5 Steps: Ultimate DIY Guide!

ByJen October 23, 2024October 26, 2024

Are you ready to embark on a clucking good adventure? Then you might want to know how to build…

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Chickens eating small cut-up celery outside on some grass. The chickens are pecking at the celery on the grass. The background contains a fence and trees.

Can Chickens Eat Celery? Yes, And It’s Highly Nutritious

ByJen October 21, 2024October 23, 2024

As a chicken owner, you always look for nutritious treats to supplement your flock’s diet. But when it comes…

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A mini horse with a fluffy white and brown coat standing in a lush green field on a sunny day. The clear sky has a few clouds. The ground is soft and covered with grass. There are trees in the background.

Mini Horses: My Guide to These Adorable Equine Companions

ByJen October 19, 2024October 19, 2024

Greetings, horse lovers! Have you ever wished you could shrink your favorite equine to a more manageable size? Well,…

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A green container filled with a white, granular substance, which appears to be homemade toothpaste. A toothbrush with a purple handle and green bristles is placed next to the container. In the background, there are several products, including a bottle labeled 'Natural Spring Water', a container with 'Nutiva Organic Extra Coconut Oil', and a box of 'Baking Soda'. The setting seems to be outdoors, with sunlight illuminating the items.

DIY toothpaste

ByJen October 17, 2024November 29, 2024

Ugh! Gross! *Spit.* REPEAT. Yep! I can’t tell ya how many times a fly on the wall may have…

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Jen

Hi I'm Jen, a Midwest homesteader. My husband and I produce almost all of our own food, which is hard work but rewarding. Homesteading has taught me to appreciate simple things like spending time with family and watching the sunset.

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