Spring is an exciting time for gardeners and homesteaders! we’re planning and preparing for the coming growing season and dreaming about the amazing fruits, vegetables, and herbs we can grow. But have you ever been stumped about how much of each plant to grow for your family? Or maybe you’ve been unsure about which plants […]
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How to Afford to Homestead (It’s Easier Than You Think!)
Having a plan for your homestead finances is essential for turning your homesteading dreams into a reality. If you aren’t sure how to afford a homestead or want to learn more about offsetting costs and what to expect financially, this post is for you. Discover everything you need to know about homestead finances so you […]
57 Ways to Make Extra Money Homesteading (Anywhere)
One of the most common homesteading goals I hear from readers and friends is making extra money from home. On the one hand, the DIY and make-do mentality of homesteaders can help save money. But the constant expansion (more animals, fruit trees, infrastructure, etc) can also add expenses. So it makes sense to find ways […]
6 Biggest Homestead Time Management Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Homesteading is a hard life. Rewarding? Sure. Fun? Usually. But easy? Oh, heck no! When I asked my readers what their biggest struggle with homesteading was, many of them said time. I get it! Time is one of the few things we can’t get more of. There are only so many hours in the day […]
6 Tips for Easy Homestead Goal Setting (That Will Help You Focus)
Do you have homestead goals? Homestead goal setting is important! For many of us, we have sort-of goals and kind-of ideas for the future but never think very deeply about them or commit them to a plan. This is a huge mistake! Working towards a goal that is not well thought through, or not planned […]
Finding Time to Homestead
I have grown a lot of my own food while taking care of two kids and cooking real food meals. Most people marvel at how I “do it all” but the truth is I don’t. Instead, I’ve made really specific priorities and found ways to make those things happen. Here’s how I’ve made time in […]