This DIY Garden Setup Can Feed Your Family All Year
Most people assume gardening shuts down when the frost hits, but that’s only true if you’re following the old rules. With a few simple setups you can build yourself, it’s possible to harvest fresh vegetables, herbs, and even some fruits all year long — right from your...
Can You Do Electroculture in a Greenhouse?
At Self Sufficient Projects, we’re all about empowering you to grow your own food, harness nature’s resources, and live a more independent life. If you’re a greenhouse gardener looking to boost your yields or experiment with innovative techniques, you may have...
The One Plant That Can Fix Your Entire Garden – And You’re Probably Ignoring It
Many people spend a small fortune chasing better soil, fewer pests, and healthier plants, without realizing that the fix for all of these costs nothing and might already be growing in their backyards. You won’t find it on the shelf at the garden center. At first...
The Most Dangerous Berry in the US (You Might Have It In Your Backyard)
There’s a berry growing in backyards all across America that looks harmless, even inviting. Some birds eat it. It pops up near fences, along trails, and at the edge of gardens. Most people walk right by it without a second thought. But here’s the part that caught my...
What’s Killing Your Plants Behind Your Back
You’ve watered, fertilized, and done everything “by the book”—so why do your plants still struggle? The answer might lie beneath your feet. Microbial Imbalance Soil stripped of beneficial microbes becomes a breeding ground for root rot and nutrient theft. One telltale...
The Unseen Garden Pests You’re Accidentally Feeding
Think pests are just part of homestead life? Think again. Many are crashing your garden because you’re rolling out the welcome mat. Rotting fruit under trees? That’s a five-star feast for rodents. Damp mulch layers? A luxury hotel for cutworms. This can't be ignored....
The Best Cordless Lawn Mowers for Self-Sufficient Living
Maintaining a tidy yard isn’t just about curb appeal. It’s about stewardship, food security (if you’re growing your own), and even pest control. But if you're living off-grid or trying to reduce your dependency on gas and oil, a traditional mower might not cut it,...
How to Grow Ginger – A Self-Reliant Guide for Backyard Growers
Ginger has been cultivated for thousands of years, prized for both its culinary punch and its medicinal value. But it’s not just for tropical farms or grocery store shelves—you can grow it right at home with a bit of planning and patience. Whether you’re homesteading...
How To Build a Solar Heater from BEER cans for FREE
Have you ever thought of how much you actually spend on heating during the winter? This original solution was created in order to reduce heating costs in places where you don’t necessarily want to achieve a constant temperature, as high as 64.4°F. It was originally...
Easy DIY Winter Doghouse
Roughly two-thirds of US families have one or more dogs. Most allow their dogs in the house, but there are some families who keep their dogs outdoors. But even families who have their dogs living in the home need to leave them outdoors from time to time, close to some...
How To Make A Self-Watering Planter From A Water Bottle
If you’ve ever come home from vacation to a house full of dried-out plants or realized too late that you forgot to water something, you’re not alone. Even the most diligent gardeners forget to water their plants sometimes - but keeping them in a self-watering...
The 10-Dollar Jerky Maker
There was a time when you could purchase good jerky, but not anymore. Today it is illegal to sell jerky unless it has been raised to a temperature of 160 deg. for “health” reasons. The FDA has mandated that the meat used for jerky must be cooked to a state of “well...
DIY Bicycle Generator
Making your own bicycle generator is a good addition for those who are interested in going off the grid and finding a way to live on their own terms. It not only generates electricity but also provides you with a great cardio workout, which could be an alternative to...
How to Build a Smokehouse In Your Backyard (with Pictures)
One of the best and tastiest ways to conserve meat is to smoke it. The meat is delicious, and if you keep it in a cool, dry place, it can last up to a year and sometimes even longer. Here's how to build a smokehouse in your backyard. The system used is pretty simple....
DIY Stove Made From Used Tire Rims
I had two used tire rims and I decided to make a stove. They have enough holes for the fire to breathe well, and I could easily create an opening to fuel the fire. The easiest thing to do was to put the two rims on top of each other. This gave me enough height and...
DIY Canned Food Dispenser
This past week I had some spare time and I decided to put it to good use. I finished a survival project I had in mind for a while now and I am very happy with the results. This is why I decided to share my project here with you. I know from experience that any...
Long-Lasting Foods From the Great Western Cattle Trail
They didn’t have coolers. They didn’t have canned beans or freeze-dried packs. What they did have were long days in the saddle, scorching sun, and a desperate need for food that could survive weeks on the trail without spoiling. The cowboys of the Great Western Cattle...
Better Than Bread
What if I told you there’s something you can make in your own kitchen that uses nothing more than basic ingredients — but lasts longer, keeps you fuller, and might even be more valuable than bread when times get tough? For generations, bread has been a kitchen staple....
How To Make Aztec Warrior Cake That Lasts for 10+ Years
Aztec armies marched for weeks; messengers ran hundreds of miles without supply trains. They needed calories that wouldn't spoil under a scorching sun or in a damp jungle. Bulk was the enemy, spoilage was a death sentence. Their solution was pure, brutal efficiency:...
The Best Old Fashioned Pickled Eggs Recipe
Pickled eggs have stood the test of time as one of the most reliable and long-lasting foods in a self-sufficient pantry so we had to share the best old fashioned pickled eggs recipe. Long before refrigeration and modern preservatives, homesteaders and pioneers used...
Grandma’s Survival Stew
When the grid goes down…when supply chains break… when the grocery store shelves are bare, what are you going to feed your family? In times like that, you need food that’s filling, reliable, and made from ingredients you already have on hand. Grandma’s Survival Stew...
Canning Potatoes: A Self-Reliant Staple for Your Pantry
When you’re striving for true self-sufficiency, a well-stocked pantry is more than just convenience - it’s security. Canning potatoes is one of the most practical ways to preserve a staple crop for long-term storage, making them available at a moment’s notice. Whether...
How To Make Your Own Homemade Ant Killer
5 DIY Recipes to Eliminate Ants Naturally Learning how to make your own homemade ant killer should be a priority for every house owner who does not have the knowledge. There's nothing like spotting a trail of ants marching through your kitchen to remind you just how...
How to Make Cowboy Bread (Lasts Months in Your Pantry)
It calls for ingredients we all keep in the pantry, and it doesn’t even need an oven. This old-fashioned bread goes back to the days when meals were made from scratch, with whatever there was on hand. It was a trail favorite among cowboys and gold miners, cooked under...
