Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
Self-reliance isn’t just about being able to provide for yourself with your own two hands. Your own self-reliance is intrinsically tied to the community and larger world around you. Learn how to promote self-reliance in your community and, in turn, support your...
Organic Gardening, Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
Learning how to save seeds will help you increase your self-sufficiency and grow healthy, productive plants year after year. Learn more about seed saving with this comprehensive guide! * * * It’s officially fall, which means it’s time to start wrapping things up in...
Dreams & Reflections, Organic Gardening, Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
Wanna learn how to get free organic food without having to grow it yourself? Sorry. Stupid question… Of course you do:) * * * It’s no secret that organic food isn’t exactly the most affordable option when you’re purchasing it from the store. This is, of course,...
Dreams & Reflections, Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
When it comes to homesteading, skills matter, but attitude is even more important. Here are the top 5 traits of a successful homesteader. * * * Homesteading has been romanticized in recent years, and it’s no wonder why. Many people are stressed, burned out and unhappy...
Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
Learn how to make your own homemade rain barrel out of a garbage can and a few simple materials and always have a source of off-grid water on hand! * * * We have the good fortune to live on Vancouver Island. On the west coast of Canada. Where it rains. A lot. In fact,...
Organic Gardening, Self-Sufficiency & Simple Living
* This article may contain affiliate links. For more information, please read my Affiliate Disclosure. A row cover is like a mini, mobile greenhouse for your outdoor garden. Extend your growing season with this easy DIY row cover tutorial! * * * Aside...
