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Who Knew? Homemade Laundry Soap

May 11, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

As I burrow down ever deeper into the homesteading lifestyle, I keep reading about people who make their own cleaning supplies that are cheaper, greener than most store-bought cleaners and detergents, and generally work just as well. I was running out of laundry soap and decided that now would be a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around the Homestead, For the Newbies Tagged With: DIY, homesteading, Homesteading information, self sufficiency

Adventures in Apple Cider Vinegar (from scratch!)

May 8, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Recently there was a sale on apples and I decided to buy a few bags up and make applesauce. I LOVE making applesauce and not just because it is easy to do, but that is a post for another time. Whenever I make applesauce, I usually either just toss the scraps or compost them. If I had … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around the Homestead, For the Newbies Tagged With: canning, food preservation, jarring food, self sufficiency

Realistic Home Security Tips and Tricks

May 6, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

When it comes to security, the person who has the most to lose is you. Doesn't it make sense to take charge of making sure you have the security you need for yourself and your family? Home security isn't something that just happens without effort! Guest post by Sherman Hand of Staying … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Guest Posts and Blog Hops, Preparedness Tagged With: DIY security, emergency preparedness, home defense, home security

Book Review! “Jake and Miller’s Big Adventure”

May 4, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Recently, I had the opportunity to review a children's book that teaches kids about being prepared and learning forward-thinking skills. I expected one type of thing and was surprisingly pleased with what I actually got out of this story! Jake is an adventurous boy with his trusty dog Miller. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book/Product Reviews, General Posts Tagged With: preparedness, survival skills

Improvements in the Garden

May 2, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

I am absolutely giddy about the greenhouse/garden this year. We have made some pretty significant improvements and I can't wait to tell you all about it! Over the last few weeks, we have been steadily working (mostly on the weekends) to remove the 'old' from last year and make way for the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gardening Tagged With: farming, garden, gardening, greenhouse construction, homesteading

5 Pieces of Advice for the Newbie Homesteader/Prepper

April 28, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

When I first started on this whole self-sufficiency/homesteading lifestyle, I was rather alone. I didn't have to many people to talk to about it that I felt would not judge me for being a "doomsday prepper" or off my rocker, so to speak. It was hard to get advice for the newbie (me!). I spent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: For the Newbies, Preparedness Tagged With: homesteading, Homesteading information, preparedness, self sufficiency, Survivalism

The Unglamorous Side of Homesteading & Prepping

April 20, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Homesteading and Prepping is hard work! It is dirty, sweat filled, bruise-causing work. It is also hours of reading material that you have to pick through and decide whether it is relevant, logical, and reasonable. It can be very hard to sift through the fluff and get to the 'good stuff.' Of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around the Homestead, For the Newbies Tagged With: homestead, homesteading, Homesteading information, self sufficiency

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