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Simple & Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Easter on the Homestead 🐣🌷
Easter is one of those holidays that just feels like hope . The garden is coming to life, the days are getting longer, and everything...

Essentially_Sara
Apr 202 min read


April Foolin’ on the Homestead: Laughing Through the Learning 😆🌱
If there’s one thing homesteading teaches you, it’s how to laugh at yourself—and honestly, April Fool’s Day feels like it was made for...

Essentially_Sara
Apr 12 min read


March Gardening: Growing Herbs and Vegetables for a Lucky Spring
https://video.wixstatic.com/video/bc9e7f_07452732f3864bafabe7b828ef90748c/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 As March rolls in, the garden begins to wake...

Essentially_Sara
Mar 172 min read


Turning Scraps into Gold: How to Get Started Composting at Home
Embarking on a composting journey is a commendable step towards sustainable living and enriching your garden soil. With the recent...

Essentially_Sara
Mar 102 min read


P I Z Z A
Embarking on a culinary adventure with my daughter, we delved into the Five Nights at Freddy's Official Cookbook to recreate the iconic...

Essentially_Sara
Mar 32 min read


Homemade Butter and Buttermilk Using a KitchenAid Mixer
Creating your own butter not only provides a rich, creamy spread but also yields fresh buttermilk, perfect for baking. With just heavy...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 241 min read


The Common Hurdles in Bread Baking
Embarking on the journey of baking bread is a blend of art and science, often accompanied by a series of trials and errors. For...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 172 min read


Exploring Natural Remedies
Exploring natural remedies offers a holistic approach to managing common ailments, utilizing the healing properties of various herbs and...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 102 min read


Why Self-Sufficiency Isn’t Just for Rural Living
When you think of self-sufficiency, you might picture wide-open spaces, sprawling gardens, and off-grid cabins in the middle of nowhere....

Essentially_Sara
Feb 82 min read


Frugal Gardening Hacks That Actually Work
Gardening doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby. In fact, with a little creativity and resourcefulness, you can grow a thriving garden...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 72 min read


How I Started Homesteading Without Owning Land: My Personal Journey
When people hear the word "homesteading," they often imagine sprawling acres of farmland, rustic barns, and a self-sufficient paradise...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 62 min read


The Biggest Myths About Homesteading—And Why They’re Holding You Back
When people think about homesteading, they often picture large plots of land, off-grid cabins, and a life completely disconnected from...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 52 min read


5 Simple Ways to Start Homesteading Today (Even If You’re on a Budget)
Homesteading doesn’t have to wait until you own acres of land or have a big budget. In fact, you can start living a self-sufficient...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 42 min read


Coming Soon: Homesteading on a Budget - Your Guide to Self-Sufficiency Without Breaking the Bank
Are you dreaming of a simpler, self-sufficient lifestyle but worried about the costs? You’re not alone. Many people believe that...

Essentially_Sara
Feb 31 min read


Building a Mini-Homesteading Community
Homesteading is more fun and sustainable when done with others. Even in urban or suburban areas, you can build a community that shares...

Essentially_Sara
Jan 311 min read


Cultivating DIY Skills Without a Homestead
https://youtu.be/mEmiztlbY3E Homesteading isn’t just about growing food—it’s about creating and repairing what you need. DIY skills are...

Essentially_Sara
Jan 271 min read


Reducing Waste: A Key Homesteading Habit
Old bird food container I use to add food and paper scraps to. A homesteading lifestyle thrives on reducing waste and finding creative...

Essentially_Sara
Jan 261 min read


The Power of Cooking From Scratch
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/349099408634258962/ Cooking from scratch is one of the simplest ways to embrace homesteading, even without...

Essentially_Sara
Jan 251 min read


How to Start a Container Garden Anywhere
https://images.app.goo.gl/9N6mNwVprHsjGWtn7 Think you need a big backyard to grow your own food? Think again! Container gardening is the...

Essentially_Sara
Jan 241 min read


Sustainable Living Tips: Homesteading without a Homestead
Homesteading has been gaining popularity in recent years as people seek sustainable living options and a closer connection to nature....

Essentially_Sara
Jan 202 min read
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