...that is the question (ok. Maybe your question is why am I horribly paraphrasing Shakespeare, but that's another question for another time). As we have explored options for grasshopper control in our garden, one of the top responses we've come across is guineas. We have a … [Read more...]
Kidding Supplies
We are getting ever closer to our does kidding. We are super excited (and will probably be a bit nervous when that time comes) and can't wait. But it's important to not let the excitement over ride preparation. To that end I have cleaned out the stalls for spring cleaning and … [Read more...]
Companion Planting for Grapes
I've mentioned companion planting before and I intend to incorporate it more next year as we completely revamp the garden. I've also mentioned that I took some grape cuttings from my mother-in-law's grape vines. Unfortunately it was a spur of the moment decision while we were … [Read more...]
Homemade Dishwasher Detergent
One of the ways to become more self-sufficient is to make your own soaps. I have seen a lot of recipes out there for homemade shampoos, hand soaps, etc but I haven't seen many for dishwasher detergent. This is a very simple recipe and the cost per load works out to be $0.05! … [Read more...]
26 Steps to Self-Sufficiency
So you want to try homesteading? Become more self-sufficient you say? But every time you start looking into it you begin to get overwhelmed? What you need is a good list. A simple list that will give you step by step pointers to becoming more self-sufficient. But if you … [Read more...]
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