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7 Homemade Healing Salve Recipes
What did our ancestors use when they had wounds and sore muscles? I can tell you what they didn’t do; they didn’t run to Walmart and purchase an antibiotic ointment. Instead, our ancestors understood how to use herbs and other ingredients to create healing salves for what ailed them. Intrigued? I was, too! Learning how to heal your injuries with herbs and other items is a fundamental skill for any homesteader or prepper. So, let’s dive into what you need to know about healing salves.
Foraged Salad Greens from Your Own Backyard
Have you ever added weeds to your spring salads? If it feels weird to eat weeds, just call them "wildcrafted edibles". It turns out that some weeds are even more nutritious than homegrown garden greens, plus they're completely free! ​ ​Here are 4 weeds to look for in your own backyard...
20 Powerful Medicinal Herbs You Should Grow
Medicinal herbs not only add incredible flavor to your food but also offer powerful health benefits. Many are rich in antioxidants, which combat free radicals, anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce swelling and pain, and antiseptic properties that help fight infections. Herbs like turmeric, oregano, rosemary, and thyme can enhance your meals while supporting your overall well-being. Learn how to grow, harvest, and use these versatile herbs to boost both the flavor and health benefits of your cooking!
Dairy Free Ice Cream: Mint Chocolate Chip {with essential oils}
This mint chocolate chip dairy free ice cream is a family favorite at my house. If you keep the ingredients in stock, it's easy to whip up in the blender and add to the ice cream maker at the start of dinner. By the time dinner is over, there's a delicious frozen treat ready for dessert!
The Best Vegetables for First-Timers
Grow your garden with ease! Find out which vegetables are the simplest to start from seed, ideal for first-time gardeners.
Small Space Gardening: Smart Solutions for Growing Your Own Food
Discover how straw bale gardening can help you grow vegetables in small spaces. Learn more with our easy tips and tricks! #gardeninghacks #strawbalegardening
How to Age New Hardware with Vinegar - Roots & Boots
Here's how to age new hardware to give it a weathered patina. Making new look vintage, with vinegar.
17 Surprising Uses for Sugar
Discover 17 surprising uses for sugar beyond the kitchen! From cleaning tough stains and soothing burns to preserving flowers and deterring pests, sugar is a versatile tool for everyday problems. Perfect for preppers, homesteaders, and anyone looking to maximize pantry staples.
How to Attach Knobs or Pegs to a Wall
If you've ever wondered how to attach knobs or pegs to a wall, you're going to love this easy solution. In our current farmhouse, we used this method to attach pegs to the laundry room wall for drying wet laundry. If we can do it, you can too...
20 Vegetables That Grow In The Shade
Many cool-weather vegetables thrive in shady conditions, making them perfect for gardens with limited sunlight. Vegetables like spinach, lettuce, kale, and broccoli prefer cooler temperatures and can tolerate partial shade, allowing them to flourish in less sunny spots. The best part? You can plant them twice a year—in early spring and again in late summer—for multiple harvests. Learn how to grow these shade-loving veggies and enjoy fresh, homegrown produce in cooler seasons!
17 Surprising Uses for Sugar
Discover 17 surprising uses for sugar beyond the kitchen! From cleaning tough stains and soothing burns to preserving flowers and deterring pests, sugar is a versatile tool for everyday problems. Perfect for preppers, homesteaders, and anyone looking to maximize pantry staples.
Fall’s Best Pumpkin Cookie Recipe with Maple Glaze 🍂
Bake the ultimate fall treat! These chewy pumpkin cookies are topped with a rich maple glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for cozy autumn days!
Build the Ultimate First Aid Kit for Homestead Life
Stay prepared for emergencies on your homestead! Learn how to build the ultimate first aid kit with these must-have essentials and tips.
Fresh Basil Pesto
LOTS of basil harvested from your garden?! OR, maybe you grabbed a bunch at your local market. Make this fresh basil pesto to FREEZE and extend basil season through the winter and spring until it’s time to harvest the next round of summer basil. This simple combination packs a powerful punch of flavor.
Composting Guide - What is Mushroom Compost
Discover how to make fresh mushroom compost or mushroom substrate while growing mushrooms. Like a regular compost pile, mushroom compost contains organic matter that improves soil health and promotes healthy plant growth. #mushroom #compost