A Frugal Homestead
We believe that anyone can create a simple and more self-sufficient life for themselves and their family. Whether you have a small plot of land or acres. You can create the life you want and become more self-reliant.
🍇Irresistibly Delicious Recipes
Did you know that the secret to the best grape jelly lies in the quality of the grape juice? It's practically a law of nature. (Unless, of course, you end up burning the jelly - then it's not so tasty.) Jams and jellies make for the perfect gift, especially during the holiday season. And now that the gardening season is winding down, it's the perfect time to shift your focus to whipping up delicious seasonal recipes. So why not join us as we make irresistibly delicious grape jelly? Not only...
Now is the time... 🧄
...the time to plant your garlic! 🧄🧄 That is if you want a bountiful harvest next summer. Don't let the fact that it's not even November yet hold you back. Garlic is a bulb and they need a nice long winter in the ground to come up next spring bigger and better. Never planted garlic? Fear not, it's actually quite simple. All you need are some single garlic cloves still wrapped in their paper and a nice spot to place them in. That's it! Watch this weeks video to see how simple it really is. 🥔🥔...
Get Those Chickens Moving 🐥🐔🐓
It's that time of year again - closing time for the garden! As the first freeze approaches, we are working diligently to harvest the remaining fruits and vegetables. Nothing goes to waste - the leftover plants will be a delicious treat for our chickens. But that's not all. As winter looms ahead, it's essential to clean and refresh the chicken coops before the rain and snow set in. This not only keeps our chickens happy and healthy, but it's also a crucial step in maintaining a clean...
🌶️ Don't Let Your Peppers Go to Waste! 🙅♀️ Try These Preserving Ideas 🥫🤯
Did you plant peppers this year? We did too. This week was a big pepper harvest week. We've got lots of green peppers and jalapenos and know we need to put them to good use. We never want your harvest to got to waste which is why we have some ideas on how you can preserve your peppers along with some delicious recipes. Didn't plant peppers in your garden? No problem! Our recipes are sure to inspire you to start growing your own. Say goodbye to bland dinners and hello to flavorful canning...
🐣 Summer Chicks and Garlic Tips
We've got baby chicks!! Yes, I know. We almost always have baby chicks. But this time we have a new breed and we got the coop all ready for them this week. It is so fun to have babies, even during this heat. We are sharing our process and how we keep our chicks cool in our newest YouTube Video. We've also finally harvested our garlic we planted last fall. Woot woot! If you are looking at planting garlic for next year, you'll want to check out this video. We hope you are stay nice and cool and...
🍓Berry Exciting News 📰 Strawberry Harvest Recipes Inside!
It's berry harvest season! From plump strawberries to juicy blackberries, the abundance of these colorful fruits brings a burst of flavor to any kitchen. But with so many options, where can one find the best berries and what can be done with them? On of our favorite family traditions is picking berries. Before we put in our own berry patch, we would go to a local u-pick berry patch to get our strawberries for jam. During the late summer months, we go up north to pick huckleberries. We need a...
🌻Summer Ready for the Summer Garden
Spring is finally here, bringing with it warm weather, sunny days, and the perfect conditions for planting a garden. As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, now is the opportune time to get your hands dirty and start your very own garden. Whether you are an experienced gardener or a beginner, there is no better time to cultivate your own vegetables and reap the rewards of fresh produce and beautiful blooms. Gardening doesn't have to be a big deal. In fact, you can grow many plants...
🥔 Let's talk Potatoes
Did you know that potatoes are the most consumed vegetable in the world, with over 20 billion pounds produced annually? Yet, as simple as they may seem, growing and preserving potatoes can seem like a complex process. But really with some careful planning you can grow loads of potatoes on your own. The key steps to ensuring a bountiful and tasty potato harvest are right here at your fingertips. Today, we are sharing what we know with you! We have some practical tips and tricks for beginners...
Raising Healthy Chicks 🐤
So you got yourself some chicks this year. Now what? No worries, we've got some help on the way. Like, what to feed your chicks and mature chickens. Maybe a little help on keeping track of egg production. Or advice on raising healthy chickens. Check out the links below and let us know how many chickens you plan to add to your home this year. What to Feed Chickens Learn the best feed mix we've found and what extras you might add for healthy chickens. See Video Tips for Healthy Chickens What...
It's Time for Hatching! 🐣🐣
It's that time of year! Time to hatch those sweet baby chicks. We've already got two of incubators going with chicks ready to hatch in about 7 days. We can't wait. Do you hatch your own baby chicks? There are lots of benefits to hatching your own chicks. Lots of people like to purchase chicks from a hatchery or a local farm store. Which is fine. But a benefit of hatching your own chicks, is you know they are healthy and haven't come in contact with any outside illness, etc. Plus, it is super...
We believe that anyone can create a simple and more self-sufficient life for themselves and their family. Whether you have a small plot of land or acres. You can create the life you want and become more self-reliant.