As She Sleeps
This article was originally published in Do South Magazine. Tonight, the light of my Macbook is spilling onto a hay-strewn barn floor. The rhythmic sound of tapping keys is mixing with a hum of crickets and the soft moans of the doe laboring at my feet. Tonight, I am a goat midwife. I would usually […]
Hello, Fall
The calendar calls today Fall. The thermometer argues, but I know who’s got it right. The farm around me is swathed in the chrysalis of the changing season.
Water Bath Canning-An Introduction to Canning
Water bath canning is a method used in home food preservation in which you submerge jars in boiling water for the specified time on a recipe.
How to Make Money Homesteading
You can learn how to make money homesteading in the best way. Start to save your earnings or begin making larger investments on your farm.
When to Harvest Potatoes
How do you know when to harvest potatoes? The plant will tell you. Harvest early for new potatoes or allow more time for full-grown potatoes to be ready.
Farrowing Pigs: Everything You Need to Know
Understand the definition of farrowing pigs, and be prepared to build a pen, crate, or box to house piglets when the sow relocates to the barn from the pasture.
Garlic Aioli Recipe – The Dipping Sauce You Didn’t Know You Needed
Easy garlic aioli recipe made with mayonnaise can be used as a dipping sauce or spread. It may be used as is or make it spicy, chipotle, or add lemon.
The Five Reasons Why We Homestead
Are you interested in homesteading? Have you been dreaming of a simpler life? I want to encourage you to step out in faith! I’m sharing our five top reasons why we began this lifestyle and why we never intend to change.
When & How to Harvest Vegetables
You have planted your seed, tended each plant, and watched it bear fruit. Now let’s talk about harvesting vegetables in the garden.
How To Plant Garlic (And Elephant Garlic)
Learn how to plant garlic (and elephant garlic) in your garden this fall using this simple and easy step by step tutorial.
