This article contains affiliate links. Please read our full disclosure page for details. This slow cooker herbal apple cider is one of my favorite hot beverages to make each autumn. Infused with warming spices and soothing herbs, it’s gently tart, naturally sweet, and deeply comforting. Whether you’re looking for a fresh twist on traditional apple cider or…
This article contains affiliate links. Please read our full disclosure page for details. Wooden kitchen utensils and cutting boards are essential kitchen tools. Like all kitchen tools, they require a little TLC to stay in top condition. Neglecting them can lead to dryness, cracking, and even the harboring of harmful bacteria. That’s where homemade calendula-infused wood butter…
Simplify your week with our adorable winter-themed meal planner! This single-page printable is the perfect tool to keep your family, daycare, preschool, or homeschool organized and fed. It is designed with simplicity, efficiency, and a touch of country charm. Why Use a Printable Meal Planner? A meal planner is more than just a piece of…
As the chilly winter months approach, there’s nothing quite like the warm and inviting scent of a simmering pot filling your home. This cinnamon bliss simmer pot is the perfect way to create a cozy and festive atmosphere. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this simmer pot will quickly become your go-to for seasonal comfort….
Every year, I spot those heavily holiday-scented pine cones at grocery stores and always think the same thing- those can’t be that hard to make! Maybe you have had similar thoughts, too. Well, today is the day! Let’s make scented pine cones with essential oils for a cozy winter home. Again, you can easily purchase…
Make these quick and elegant Hanging Foraged embroidery hoop wreath craft. Whether you gather your greenery from the forest or your Christmas tree trimmings, these wreaths come together quickly for a last-minute seasonal holiday decor addition. I first made a set of these wreaths to hang in our kitchen nook, and they instantly added a…
Meet Anja Eckert of Our Gabled Home, who moved to Northern California from Germany in 1996 and discovered that the homesteading way of life she learned from her grandparents not only kept her connected to her ancestral roots, but paved the way for raising a thriving and happy family. Anja and I met through a…
Do you wish you could start homesteading and live a more simple and natural life, but you have no idea where to start? Then you’ll love our conversation with Brittany Gibson of The Homestead Challenge. In our 50+ minute discussion, Brittany and I explore her journey from mega mainstream consumer to crunchy mama. In our…
Summer flowers are meant to be shared, so don’t let not having the right vase deter you from spreading joy! With a little creativity and simple supplies from your recycling bin, you can craft a rustic country vase in less than five minutes. Then, simply add your favorite cut flowers from your garden for a…
Do you love the Danish concept of Hygge (comfy & cozy), herbs, and books? Then you’re going to love meeting Anna Reisz of The Herbology Faerie. In our 50+ minute discussion, Anna and I explore her journey into herbalism and how she connected her passions of books, libraries, accessible learning, and a deep affection for…
No matter where you are in your natural living journey, listening to podcasts is a great way to gain knowledge, expand your skills, and get to know the experts in the field. Natural living covers a wide range of topics, including slow living, minimalism, sustainability, mindfulness, mental health, and even homesteading skills such as cooking…
Autumn is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to Join the Autumn Hygge challenge. Intentionally add a bit of cozy to your everyday. When you join the Autumn Hygge Challenge, you will enjoy seven days of welcoming the spirit of “hygge,” Danish, for a cozy and comfortable feeling, with a new autumn-inspired invitation…
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