Everything We’ve Learned Using Reclaimed Lumber
In progress rabbit tractor with lumber that washed down the creek. Homesteading lends itself easily to salvaging materials. Most homesteaders strive to save money, lead sustainable lives, and are excellent
Foraging: Violets Plus a Violet Syrup Recipe
Lately I’ve spoken to several friends in the New England area and have been reminded of one of the many reasons we decided to move to West Virginia, those warm
Foraging: Bring Back Ramps!
Ramps, ramps ramps! They’re definitely one of the stars of the spring. Ramps (Allium tricoccum) also known as wild leeks, spring onions, ramson, wood leeks, or wild garlic are an easily
Living Without a Microwave
Now let me start this by saying we definitely didn’t set out to live microwave free it just kind of happened. The microwave at our new place died and we
The How-To Guide to Transplanting Seedlings
Hopefully, you checked out our last post, The Complete Guide to Growing Seedlings and Why You Should, and are well on your way to having amazing plants for your garden.
The Complete Guide to Growing Seedlings & Why You Should
At this farm spring means piles of seed packets and notes on garden plans on literally every surface, including the floor. Plus shelves full of lights and little plants, our
5 Heirloom Tomatoes You Should Grow This Summer
Anyone who knows me would could tell you about how much I adore tomatoes. Tomato sauce, sundries tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, they’re all good. Still, there are some tomatoes
Hearty Sandwich Bread (V)
Learning to bake bread was one of my first steps on my homesteading journey. It’s a perfect skill for any homesteader to learn as you can make bread in any
Foraging: Wild Onions
The first time I ate wild onions I thought they were a godsend. I was a couple months into my Appalachian Trail thru-hike and totally craving anything green and fresh.
Foraging: Pine Needle Tea
The past few days have been oddly warm for February. With temperatures in the 60s and peepers singing at night it’s easy to forget that it’s not quite spring yet.
