Have you ever experienced stomach issues after taking a round (or more) of antibiotics prescribed by your doctor or dentist? Many adults and children can handle taking this drug on occasion and seemingly, without side effects. But this isn’t true of everyone. And I fall into the latter category. Let me share my story with…
How to Cure and Store Potatoes for Winter
Have you ever wanted to grow enough potatoes to feed your family all winter long? Learning to overwinter potatoes isn’t as difficult as you might think! And in this tutorial, I’m going to show you how to cure and store potatoes for winter so that you don’t have to buy potatoes from the grocery store…
How to Harvest, Cure and Store Onions for Winter
Have you ever tried storing your home grown onions in the kitchen, only to discover they rotted in their papery peels 2-3 months later? We all know that traditionally, women used to cook from their onions all winter long and even used onions in home remedies. But how’d they manage to keep onions on hand?…
How to String Garlic Bulbs
Nothing gives your kitchen the “farm feel” better than a display of garlic bulbs hanging from a hook on the wall! When you’re dealing with softneck garlic, it’s not difficult to create a lovely strand using the french braid technique. But what’s a girl to do when she only grows hardneck garlic? How does one…
How to Store Root Vegetables Over Winter
When it comes to preserving root vegetables, there are several options you can choose from! And while I’ve frozen, dehydrated, pressure canned and fermented (some of) my root vegetables, I find nothing is so simple or satisfactory as preserving them in cold storage. In this tutorial, I’ll teach you how to store root vegetables over…
5 Ways to Repurpose Teapots in the Kitchen
Did you know that teapots are useful for more than brewing tea? That’s right! If you’re wondering just what you can do with old teapots, here are 5 ways to repurpose teapots in the kitchen and give your space a cozy, welcoming atmosphere! 5 Ways to Repurpose Teapots Most women I know have at…
A New Season This Summer
Summer hit our little valley this year with a burst of hot sunshine and a wave of heat that is so intense, I could definitely pop corn on the hood of my vehicle! And once again, I’m feeling the summer vibes. It happens every year. When this season hits, I just want to spend my…
Benefits of Living Without Internet: Lessons I Learned
Do you ever get tired of facing the constant tug-of-war that exists between you and the web? High speed internet is an amazing tool that can contribute to our lives. But it’s also something that can quickly get out of hand in the home! Several years ago, my man and I decided to live without…
13 Natural Kitchen Tools You Can Afford
Have you ever wished you could have a collection of natural kitchen tools that last for decades? Finding sustainable kitchen tool replacements isn’t as difficult as you might think. Here’s a running list of 13 natural kitchen tools you can afford, even on a tight budget! 13 Natural Kitchen Tool Replacements When I first…
How to Strip Your Laundry of Build Up
Have you ever had articles of clothing (or perhaps a set of bed sheets) that just seem to become more drab with every washing? Whether you make your own laundry soap or use a natural brand, build-up often occurs in fabrics, thanks to body oils, detergents and even dryer sheets can contribute to the issue….
6 Reasons to Avoid Using Homemade Soap in Your Washing Machine
When I first began making my own homemade laundry soap, I felt like a real homemaker! I’d make a big batch of hot process soap, grate the bars and add a rounded handful to every load of laundry I washed. And I’d feel like a million bucks. Me, making my own laundry soap from scratch!…
A Refreshing Rhubarb Drink Recipe
Rhubarb is one of the first plants to push it’s way through the garden soil in early spring. While the stalks are young and tender, they’re often used in preserving and to create delicious desserts. But as the summer advances, stalks become tough and stringy, making them less desirable for use in the kitchen. When…
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