Greenhouse 101
You already know my article about how I built my greenhouse and I wanted to share some valuable insights about maintaining one. We can call it a...
DIY Greenhouse (With Step-By-Step Pictures)
Every homesteader knows that a greenhouse is a great way to extend your growing season by protecting plants from harsh weather. It creates a...
DIY Ingenious Rainwater Harvesting Systems
I’ve been exploring rainwater collection systems, and they’re super easy to set up. They can lower your water bills and provide an emergency supply....
Ingenious Ways to Repurpose Old Furniture on Your Homestead
Thinking of tossing out your old furniture? Hold your horses! Those cast-offs might just be diamonds in the...
10 Household Items You Can Use as Mini-Greenhouses
Using everyday household items, you can transform your casual gardening into an innovative one through mini-greenhouses. Mini-greenhouses are a...
Don’t Throw Away Your Garbage Bags, Do This Instead
Ever looked at garbage bags and thought, "Wow, what potential?" By the end of this article, you’ll be thinking just that – trust me. Here are 16...
DIY Root Cellar In A Box
A root cellar is a storage space built underground to preserve perishable items like fruits, vegetables, and other root crops for an extended time....
Ingenious Traps You Can Set Up On Your Property To Catch Looters
Over the years, I've learned that protecting your property isn't just about locks and alarms. It's about outsmarting those who'd try to take what's...
Do Not Throw Away Your Plastic Bottles, Do This Instead
If you're like me, you probably don't have a recycling plant nearby. Sounds strange to those in the city, but I'm pretty sure my southern, country...
Small Survival Projects You Are Missing On Your Property
Since isolation, we've come to see 'home is our sanctuary,' and we can make it even better! While getting out is important, we can prepare for...
Do This To Keep Predators Away From Your Property
Imagine waking up one morning to discover unsettling paw prints near your doorstep or witnessing a frightening encounter between your beloved pet...
Backyard Projects That Might Get Banned In The Future
Most people assume that being on my own land means I can do with it whatever I want. However, as homesteaders have already experienced, this isn't...
DIY Self-Watering Raised Garden Beds
A self-watering raised garden bed is a type of garden bed with a built-in watering system that provides a consistent water supply to the plants. It...
10 Useful Ways to Use Magnets On Your Property
Have you ever thought about the countless ways magnets can make your life easier? From organizing tools to creating unique decor, the potential uses...
Blue Barrel Uses You Never Thought Of
For one very big reason, blue barrels are popular with preppers and homesteaders: they are one of the most effective means for storing water and...
Ingenious Ways To Use Milk Jugs In Your Backyard
Turning old milk jugs into useful garden accessories is about more than just helping the environment. It's also a creative and cost-effective way to...
6 DIY Projects to Protect Your Plants From Frost
When you live in a cold or temperate climate, you often must protect your plants from early fall or late spring frosts. Here are several quick and...
Ingenious Projects for Endless Hot Water Without Electricity
How many times have you found yourself without hot water? It could be a power outage, the hot water heater failing, or a water supply disruption....
Off Grid Water Heaters
Living off-grid for a decade, I've tested various water heaters. Solar ones are sunny-day champions, though not great when clouds roll in....
Cut Down On Your Bills In 2024 With These Amish Projects
One of the advantages of homesteading is reducing expenses by DIYing most of the necessary projects and items. You can try a lot of Amish DIY...
DIY Poor Man’s Greenhouse
As a homesteader, you need to be well-prepared for any crisis. For instance, you should know how to use survival off-grid tools, build a shelter, or...
I Would Never Do It. Would You?
I had always loved experimenting with new practices on my farmstead. However, a brief but eye-opening encounter has made me realize that what seems...
If You Don’t Have a Root Cellar Do This
Storing food for survival situations is essential for any homesteader. It's crucial you have enough food supplies to last until the next harvest or...
How To Make A Wind Turbine At Home
Living off the grid can be expensive. As a homesteader, you can take several steps to cut down your electricity bills and reduce your overall energy...
Why You Should Bury A Trash Can In Your Backyard
Creating a root cellar doesn’t require building or engineering skills, you only need a garbage can and some dirt. With a little effort, you can...
DIY Potato Tower
As a homesteader, I find joy in being self-sufficient and growing my own produce in a small garden. While I may not have truckloads of produce, I...
You Won’t Have To Make Compost Again
I have a confession to make:Â I used to hate composting. The smell, the mess, and the endless waiting. These days, things have changed. I use now...
I Finally Did It
Fish are bred and raised in a controlled environment as part of fish farming, commonly called aquaculture, a significant agricultural area. It has...
How To Make An Invisible Shelter
When there is a societal breakdown, be it localized rioting or a nationwide crisis, looting becomes a major concern that we need to take seriously;...
DIY Solar Powered Air Cooler
As homesteaders, we understand the importance of self-sufficiency and using what we have. One of the most significant resources at our disposal, is...
DIY Electricity Free Fridge
During a grid-down scenario, the loss of electricity presents an immediate problem of food spoilage. While generators, battery banks, and other...
Haybox Cooking
Cooking can be an energy-intensive and time-consuming activity. Whether homesteading, or living off the grid, you always look for ways to save time...