Knowing how to can tomatoes is a must at this homestead! You wouldn’t think that it was that high up on the importance list, but it really is! Not only are they healthier for you, but they taste so much better than canned tomatoes from the grocery store. If you sit down and really think about […]
Every year for Christmas, my Mom and I make small gifts to hand out at our very large family Christmas party. We wanted to make soap for everyone but we didn’t have the time to wait for cold process, and honestly I was a little bit scared! I mean really, don’t you shudder a […]
Deciding to keep a rooster in your flock can be a tough decision! But if you’re planning on raising a dual purpose flock they are a must! (Unfortunately there’s no immaculate conception with chickens!) **Debating on a dual purpose flock? You can learn more about how we raise them here. But you […]
I never realized how many uses for vinegar there were until I went through almost two gallons in a week! (And it’s not even canning season yet!!) I guess I’m not really that surprised, I had just never really thought about it much. Vinegar is not only a staple for cooking and canning, […]
This June has been nonstop rain and temps in the 60’s and 70’s! It has been torture for my clay soil garden. I’ve been watching all of my hard work either sit stunted or waste away from the soggy soil. Planting in clay is not impossible, but it takes a lot of work […]
