DIY Wood Box for Firewood Storage
A DIY wood box for firewood storage is ideal for those who utilize a wood stove as a source of heat and for cooking. To minimize our footprint building a firewood box using free and recycled material is best. For…
Dial Gauge Pressure Canner | Can Confidently
Using a dial gauge pressure canner is an easy task. Build your confidence with these few easy steps and tips. A dial gauge canner is an easy tool to use for preserving low acidity foods. These steps will guide you…
Preserving the Harvest – My New Book
The Farm Girl’s Guide to Preserving the Harvest is a comprehensive guide to preserving foods at home. Transition through each phase of home food preservation with confidence and ease, while enjoying my family’s favorite recipes. Each chapter contains updated information…
Beef Tongue Tacos Recipe | Tacos de Lengua
Beef tongue tacos are a true delicacy and delight to consume, not to mention, a great way to utilize the entire cow. Lengua meat tacos, otherwise known as cow tongue taco, must first be slow cooked for hours to soften…
Simple Living | Tips to Decluttering Your Home
Simple living, especially in a small home, is necessary. Purging is essential to creating a space which is organized, clean, and comfortable. The thought of purging is delightful to many; however, many find it to be a struggle. How does…
Raising Ducklings | Brooding, Feed, Tips
Raising ducklings is easy, and in truth, much easier than raising chicks or turkey poults! Keeping ducks require a few simple items, a duck waterer, the correct duckling feed, and a predator safe duck brooder with heat. The decision has…
Raising Ducks for Eggs | Top 13 Duck Breeds
Raising ducks for eggs means raising prolific layers. There are 13 top duck breeds for eggs, laying between 150 to 300 duck eggs per year. Discover the best egg laying ducks in this article. You have officially made the decision…
Selecting the Best Chicken Breeds for Children
Selecting the best chicken breeds to raise with children is necessary for those who are new to raising poultry. Learn the best poultry breeds to choose from when incorporating children and chickens. Seek out gentle chicken breeds which are docile…
Raising Broiler Chickens: Breed, Feed, Housing
Raising Broiler chickens for meat purposes is something everyone should do. Learn how to select the best broiler breed, the right feed, and housing for your homestead. The primary benefit to homesteading is the opportunity to own your food source….
Raising Coturnix Quail for Meat and Eggs
Raising Coturnix Quail is a great way to incorporate a protein onto the property. Domesticated quail offer a tasty meat option and are prolific egg layers. Not to mention, quail are an ideal option for those with a smaller property,…