Expanding Your Home Outdoors Homesteading requires creativity and ingenuity. In the depths of winter, I often find myself dreaming of days and evenings enjoyed outside. On our homestead, we have discovered opportunities to expand our living spaces by creating private areas outdoors as well as creatively using outbuildings. Wintertime is the perfect time to plan […]

Owning a homestead is a lifelong dream for many people. There’s freedom in running a farm, growing your own food or just living alongside your own land. At the same time, homesteads come with some unexpected costs that may tighten your budget. Since homesteads are typically large, your energy bill may have soared to heights […]

There are numerous ways to approach air purification, so choose options to suit your living situation and your family’s needs.Check this blog for six simple ways to improve air quality

The decision to live off the grid signifies freedom and peace for many who make the leap to live autonomously. But, this choice also comes with a few challenges that require strategic thinking — and lighting is no exception.

Environmental enthusiasts love using solar energy to reduce their impact on the planet. But those looking to pinch their pennies have their own reasons to love solar-powered energy, too. Switching to solar energy in the home is beneficial for both the environment and homeowners. But, some may worry that the upfront cost of panels and […]

When the seasons change, many homesteaders do their fall housecleaning and notice items needing maintenance. Performing routine tasks can help save money down the road by preventing small problems from escalating. Plus, you take pride in your investment and want it to look it’s best. If money is tight, how can you spruce up the […]

There are several types of berries that you can grow with little effort, in your back yard, that will provide plentiful berry crops year after year.

Do you have any traditions that are a necessary part of your homestead’s fall routine? If not, now’s the perfect time to prepare both your family and your surroundings for the chillier season that lies ahead.

Here are a few pieces of advice that will help you transition your home alongside the approaching colder weather with ease.

If you’re a homesteader, a natural disaster can rob you of not only your home, but also your livelihood if you live off the land. In the blink of an eye, everything you’ve worked for can wash away or go up in smoke. Preparing in advance can help you pick up the pieces should the unthinkable occur.