Did you know many varieties of flowers are edible and jam packed with vitamins, minerals and micro nutrients? Placing fresh flowers on your dinner or dessert plate is a way to add beauty and nutrition to your meals. If you are a parent, it may even be a way to get your child to eat a little healthier if they are hesitant about eating vegetables. Flower salad anyone? You probably already knew you could eat dandelions, and if you did not know, How To Grow Luffa
I am a little embarrassed to admit that although I used luffa for a majority of my life, I had no idea until maybe 7 or 8 years ago where it actually came from. I had vaguely considered it, and thought maybe it came from Continue reading “How To Grow Luffa”
What Is Permaculture?
Permaculture is a way of approaching design in which we seek to work in cooperation with the given environment rather than against it. It is most commonly used to describe a form of agriculture, but the 12 principles it is based on can really be applied to any type of design. Yes, I said principles. As far as I know, permaculture is the only type of gardening that has a set of ethics. This philosophy was created by Continue reading “What Is Permaculture?”
Holiday Salt Dough Ornaments
Do you remember making salt dough ornaments when you were young? I do. This was the first year I tried it with my daughters. I was so glad I did! My girls range in age from 9 down to 1 1/2 and they all had a great time and stayed occupied for hours. The littlest one got put in her high chair and we just kept giving her little pieces of dough and tiny little cookie cutters and she was happy as a clam. She was done before the rest of them, probably lasting only about 35 minutes or so. I timed it so that we started during her nap, so by the time she had napped and played with the salt dough for a while it was time to get it cleaned up anyway. I found the recipe Continue reading “Holiday Salt Dough Ornaments”
Gifts For Homesteaders
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Homesteaders may not be the easiest bunch to shop for. The ones I know generally have less of a penchant for “stuff”. Homesteaders are typically practical people who do not feel the need to conform, so whatever the must have item of right now is, it is probably not a great fit. Here are some gift ideas for the homesteader in your life, or even those who dream of a homestead. I wrote a post a while back about some of the best books for homesteaders, these books are focused on those who are beggining their journey. If you are looking for sustainable gift giving ideas, you can find some great ones by clicking here. In this article you will find Continue reading “Gifts For Homesteaders”
A Fruit Tree Is A Good Idea. A Fruit Tree Guild Is An Even Better One.
Fall and Spring are both great times of year to plant fruit trees. Fall is my favorite time because a trees energy is directed toward root development in the Fall and towards vegetative growth in the Spring. So planting in Fall will allow a tree to get settled in and develop some root structure, giving it a better foundation for all the leaf, trunk, and branch growth that come in the Spring.
But instead of planting simply a fruit tree or two, why not plant a guild?
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Why We Love Making Nature Art
Nature study is a big part of our homeschool. We love to be outside and learn from our environment. I think it is one of the best ways for little ones to learn, and I always discover something new during our nature walks as well.
What can Guinea Fowl Offer Your Homestead?
Guinea fowl are a unique looking, as well extremely helpful, addition to your homestead menagerie.
What are the benefits?
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How To Start Raising Laying Hens – It’s Easy! And the Benefits Are Awesome.
Having a few chickens in your backyard can be a great first step to creating a healthier lifestyle. Homegrown eggs laid by chickens who are free to eat insects, plants, and kitchen scraps (and supplemented with a non gmo feed when and if necessary) are so much better for you and your family than 90% of the eggs available at the store. Eggs of that quality will also cost you between 6 and 7 dollars a dozen, so there is much money to be saved by producing your own eggs.
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So You Think You Want A Goat
