Jaimie and her family live off grid and chronicle their adventures on An American Homestead.com and focus on being self-sufficient. Their only connection to the grid is through a phone line. They are able to get high speed internet through the phone line that is connected to and powered by … [Read more...] about How To Live Off Grid| Podcast 42
Cordage: Make Your Own Rope
I'm a twiddler and a fiddler. Give me a meeting, and I yearn to take out some crocheting and sit there doing handwork while I'm listening to people speak. It's not that I'm trying to be rude: I just concentrate better when my body is moving. Normally I would crochet when I feel fidgety, but … [Read more...] about Cordage: Make Your Own Rope
The 9 Best Knives for the Homesteading Woman
Normally when we think of knives for women we think of the small multi-tool or 2 inch folding single-blade knife mom can carry in her purse to cut strings and open packages. Rarely do we consider knifes for self-defense or as an every day tool to be used on the homestead. Homesteading Women and … [Read more...] about The 9 Best Knives for the Homesteading Woman
The Marvels of Queen Anne’s Lace
Queen Anne’s Lace (Daucus Carota) is one of many umbelliferous plants that can be found growing around the world. Many people refer to this plant as the wild carrot and this plant offers a multitude of beneficial uses for us from medicine, to food, fabric dye and even an insecticide. Wild … [Read more...] about The Marvels of Queen Anne’s Lace
The Best Natural Mosquito Repellent Recipes
Mosquitoes are pesky creatures that can quickly ruin outdoor time and make someone stay indoors all summer long. If you are a mosquito-attractor like I am, you will find these natural mosquito repellent recipes to be a lifesaver for outdoor time! Super Easy with No Prep If you’re anything like me, … [Read more...] about The Best Natural Mosquito Repellent Recipes