Candle Making From Old Candles
Melt old broken candles to make brand new candles for this holiday season, and bring some new light to your home.
View ArticleWhy Homesteading May be Right for You
People all around us are turning to homesteading as a way to live simple and embrace a new lifestyle. What are the reasons people are making these choices?
View ArticleBook Review: Backyard Farming on an Acre (more or less)
A review of Angela England new book, Backyard Farming on an Acre.
View ArticleHow to Make Your Own Extracts
Have you ever considered making your own extracts? It's easy and only takes a few ingredients and a bit of patience.
View ArticleTips for Selecting Seeds
Now is the time to start planning for your summer garden. If you haven't purchase seeds for this year, here are a few tips to help you get started.
View ArticleCreate a Children's Garden
Encouraging the next generation to take part in the work of your backyard farm is beneficial for everyone. This article outlines some ideas for getting starting creating a children's garden.
View ArticleWeather and Climate on the Backyard Farm
Over the next several weeks I will share a short series on weather and climate specifically related to the backyard farm. This is part 1: and introduction to weather and climate for the backyard farmer
View ArticlePreparing for Weather Extremes on Your Backyard Farm
At some point, your backyard will experience weather extremes. With a little preparation, you can ensure that you are better prepared when bad weather strikes.
View ArticleDoing Less Instead of More
What does modern homesteading really mean? It's not all about doing and being more. Oftentimes it is about simpler living and choosing needs over wants.
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