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11/08/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A comprehensive guide for different types of DIY organic fertilizers for better crops and healthier soil

Knowing how to make your own organic fertilizer is a staple skill of any homesteader. An article in New Life On A Homestead brought up a number of different DIY fertilizers made from easily available materials. Fish emulsions, wet matches You can put leftover fish in the planting holes. For a proper emulsion, combine fish parts and […]

10/24/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Tips for dehydrating and long-term storage of herbs

If you’ve ever thought of using leaves to cover up wounds and prevent infection at some point, you may be on to something – if you use sage leaf, at least. That’s because it has natural healing qualities. Other herbs that belong to the same cluster include oregano and thyme, which are common plants that can […]

10/02/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Packaging and storage found to effect the quality and shelf life of red wine

It’s been a long day. You head over to the kitchen, take out a wine glass, and treat yourself to sparkling red wine. Nothing can be more rewarding. But did you know that you can improve your wine’s flavor by letting it remain in its original bottle and storing it in the coolest part of […]

08/20/2018 / By Edsel Cook

How to cook indoors without electricity

Just because the power is out doesn’t mean you have to put up with cold foods. Neither do you have to go outside to prepare these meals. There are several safe and effective methods of indoor cooking in the absence of electricity. (h/t to PreppersSurvive.com.) Indoor cooking methods have advantages over their outdoor counterparts, such as […]

08/10/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A guide on how to use lime essential oil on the homestead

While it isn’t as popular as other oils, lime essential oil has various uses on a homestead. If you’re not familiar with essential oils, they’re the “concentrated form of the chemical constituents naturally found in plants” that give them their medicinal properties. (h/t to Hillsborough-Homesteading.com.) The various uses of lime essential oil Lime essential oil […]

07/28/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Taking a closer look at what rural living is really like

Many accounts of living in rural areas tend to be too romanticized. And while moving from the city to the country is almost always life-changing, it’s most likely not because of reasons you imagine. (h/t to NewLifeOnAHomestead.com) Your money goes a long way One of the best things about living in the country is getting […]

07/17/2018 / By Janine Acero

Unusual uses for eggs and eggshells around the house

Chicken eggs – indeed, all kinds of eggs that we consume – are a huge part of the human diet. They are packed with nutrients, particularly protein, and are one of the easiest and most versatile foods to cook if you are looking to whip up a quick meal. They are so often used as an ingredient […]

06/24/2018 / By Carol Anderson

How to prevent pests in your pantry

Dealing with pantry pests – or any pest for that matter – can often be a pain for everyone. There are even times when they seem to just reappear a couple of days after you have cleaned your pantry. The truth is, pests will always find their way back to your food storage. Infestation can […]

06/15/2018 / By Edsel Cook

How to SWAT-proof your security door

If your house is a castle, your front door is the portcullis. An article in Survivopedia states that you should build and install your own security door that can withstand violent forces – including a SWAT team. You will need the following tools and materials to make your own DIY-door: Band saw or table saw Caulk […]

06/12/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Growing your own food for survival: How to set up and use a terrarium garden

If you’re a seasoned prepper looking into more ways to grow your own produce, consider learning about terrarium gardening. You can start a terrarium garden even if you’re just a beginner because it’s not as complicated as cultivating a garden plot. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) While you can get inventive when you start creating your terrarium garden, […]

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