In the 8 years we’ve lived on our farm, each summer, it seems, we invest in 1 or 2 large pieces of farm equipment. Our first purchase was a hay rake, then a sickle bar, then a baler. After that, we got a tractor-size rototiller, another sickle bar, a hay wagon and only this spring […]

Permaculture design can be used to create beautiful, productive, and regenerative ecosystems. However, it requires a good deal of planning, knowledge, and training to do it right. Here are five permaculture design mistakes to avoid. What is Permaculture Design? Permaculture design is a type of design which creates functional and efficient garden spaces. It takes […]

Building a new homestead may seem like an attractive prospect. You get to design, plan and create the place where you’ll live, and that freedom is immensely satisfying. At the end of the process, you can step back and admire a homestead that’s everything you wanted it to be. Of course, the homebuilding process is […]

To protect your investment in such high-quality furniture, consider these six tips. Each one will extend the life and maintain the look of your wooden furniture.

Curb appeal isn’t just for the real estate market. If you plan to stay in your home, small renovations can attract new customers and add convenient improvements to better fit your lifestyle

Those focused on eco-friendly practices should concentrate on creating self-sustaining cycles that work with your current resources and provide abundance to your family.

As the saying goes, “If you want a job done right, do it yourself.” It’s a simple adage that’s central to your lifestyle, whether you’re growing your food, chopping wood or building a homestead. If you want to feel satisfied with the final product, you can only trust yourself.  Of course, buying land and building […]

Homesteading is a lifestyle with plenty of opportunity. More and more people prefer to eschew the hustle and bustle of urban dwelling in favor of moving back to the farm. But how can you make extra money on a homestead in the face of uncertainty? Becoming self-sufficient as a property owner proves easier than you […]

With these four actions taken, your homestead and everything living on it will be prepared for a hurricane.