Even if you don’t live on a large plot of land, you can still enjoy the benefits of a vegetable garden. In fact, there are plenty of ways to make a small space work for a wonderful and productive garden. Here are some tips for planning a small vegetable garden. Can you plant a vegetable…
Loose-leaf teas are both flavorful and packed with health benefits. Here are some of my favorite combinations for delightful spring teas. Why should you use loose leaf herbs for tea? Making loose leaf tea is the practice of steeping tea leaves directly in water (or by using a tea strainer) rather than in a pre-packaged…
Switching your home over to less toxic and more natural products doesn’t have to be difficult, expensive, or overwhelming. I’ve put together a collection of the best natural and toxic-free DIY natural cleaning recipes. Best of all, you can make most of these recipes with just a few ingredients that you may already have at…
Can any old plot of land work for homesteading? Maybe. However, there are a few factors that will make your homesteading journey a whole lot easier. Here are some key aspects of how to buy land to homestead. What is homesteading? The word “homesteading” is often used as a broad term. Its basic meaning, however,…
Making Huevos Haminados- Slow Cooked Eggs is simple and easy. The slow cooking results in a creamy and delicious egg. The tradition of adding dried onion skins, oil, and even coffee grounds can be traced to Sephardic Jewish and Eastern European cooking. Learn more about the history of this egg recipe here. I am excited…
For those exploring the world of medicinal herbs, quality, foundational herbal medicine books are a must-have. Through books, you can have the best information for your herbal journey right on your homestead bookshelf! I’ve put together a collection of the best herbal medicine books for beginners. What is Herbal Medicine? Herbal medicine is the practice…
Is there anything that says spring more than roasted carrot and ginger soup? Whether you are seeking a quick meal or just looking for a way to use all of those spring carrots, this soup recipe fits the bill. Here is how to make the roasted carrot ginger soup recipe. THE BENEFITS OF GINGER As…
A medicinal herb garden gives you easy access to your favorite remedies. Whether you struggle with headaches, indigestion, or insomnia, herbs can be a wonderful, healing aid. Here are some of the best herbs to plant in your medicinal herb garden. Note: Please do your own research before using herbs for your health. While I…
A few reliable, comprehensive chicken guides are indispensable for the backyard chicken farmer. Here are some of our favorite, most trusted must-read backyard chicken books. We sure love these funny and delightful animals! How to Choose the Best Books for Backyard Chicken Keeping Keeping chickens is becoming a more and more popular hobby. And why…
Making natural cleaning spray infused with lemon and cinnamon is economical and rewarding. Natural cleaning sprays are simple to make and quick to come together. They are also an easy way to step into non-toxic and green living. Supplies Needed to Make Natural Cleaning Spray Infused with Lemon and Cinnamon Step One: Collect Lemon Rinds…
When headaches strike, we love this simple and natural herbal infusion that soothes the discomfort of headaches and migraines. Keep reading to learn how to make our simple and natural headache tea that includes just three ingredients you most likely have on hand. Why Make Your Own Headache Tea? Making your home remedies for headaches…
Growing herbs indoors is one of the best ways to enjoy herbs all year long, especially during the winter months. They are easy to maintain and add flavorful abundance to meals. Choosing the Best Pot To Grow Your Herbs Indoors When selecting what to plant your indoor herb garden in, consider pots that are medium…
Butterfly gardens are an excellent way to attract pollinators to your property. You don’t have to have a large area for a successful butterfly garden. A few square feet filled with the right plants can offer the perfect location for a charming small-space butterfly garden. What is a Butterfly Garden? Butterfly gardens are specially created…
Whether you have ample space, a few planter boxes, or a couple of terracotta pots, planting herbs is a great way to start gardening. Backyard herb gardens can bring a lot of pleasure, even for the beginner gardener. Easy-to-grow Herbs like the five in this article are a great place to start! Herbs are easy…
Ever since reading The Zero Waste Home by Bea Johnson, it’s been a goal of our family to reduce our overall waste. We have found the most success in reducing kitchen food waste by making our vegetable scrap bouillon paste. Like most families, we have a lot of food waste and it’s been a battle…
The Botanical Valentine’s Collection from The Plant Wonder Collective is will inspire you in romance, food and drink, card making, and handmade gifts. Packed with over 20 botanically-inspired projects to help you get creating! Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Botanical Valentine’s Collection: February 2nd-February 14th, 2022 First, it’s only available February 2nd-February 14th, and…