Recently there was a sale on apples and I decided to buy a few bags up and make applesauce. I LOVE making applesauce and not just because it is easy to do, but that is a post for another time. Whenever I make applesauce, I usually either just toss the scraps or compost them. If I had … [Read more...]
5 Pieces of Advice for the Newbie Homesteader/Prepper
When I first started on this whole self-sufficiency/homesteading lifestyle, I was rather alone. I didn't have to many people to talk to about it that I felt would not judge me for being a "doomsday prepper" or off my rocker, so to speak. It was hard to get advice for the newbie (me!). I spent … [Read more...]
The Unglamorous Side of Homesteading & Prepping
Homesteading and Prepping is hard work! It is dirty, sweat filled, bruise-causing work. It is also hours of reading material that you have to pick through and decide whether it is relevant, logical, and reasonable. It can be very hard to sift through the fluff and get to the 'good stuff.' Of … [Read more...]
5 Challenges All Homesteaders Face
Challenges are something that humans cannot get away from no matter how hard they try. When it comes to homesteading, some days it feels like you signed up for an intensive class in overcoming obstacles! I am the first to admit I am not a pro at homesteading - not even proficient (yet) - and yet we … [Read more...]
Official Release of “A Primer on Pickling!”
Homestead Dreamer has published an e-book on Kindle! I am proud to introduce for your reading pleasure: This is our first ebook in a series of short, easy to follow books on various skills and projects. We sincerely hope you enjoy A Primer on Pickling and learn how wonderful and easy it is to … [Read more...]
Slug Battle 2014
Last year my garden was ravaged by slugs. I went out every night with a flashlight and a salt shaker to wage war upon this common pest. Slugs are so prevalent here that during the Blueberry Festival held in August, they have slug races and contests for the biggest slug. Our cool, wet climate is pure … [Read more...]
An Experiment – Homemade Cheese from Powdered Milk
As the title reads, I did an experiment. I will tell you now that while it was not a total failure, I need practice. LOTS of practice. As I mentioned on my Facebook page, I saw an article about making homemade cheese from powdered milk. I was curious, so I started to research and came across a … [Read more...]