• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Prairie Homestead

Homesteading | Self Sufficient Living | Living off the Land

MENUMENU
  • Home
  • Learn
        • Farm Cooking
          • Hearty Mains
          • Farmstyle Sides
          • Country Breakfasts
          • Old-Fashioned Sweets
          • Homestead Drinks
          • Pantry Staples
          • Home Bakery
          • Preserving the Harvest
        • Homesteading
          • Country Kids
          • Prairie Reflections
          • Homestead 101
        • Old-Fashioned Skills
          • Make It Yourself
          • Herbs & Essential Oils
          • Farmhouse Decor
        • Grow Your Own
          • Gardening
          • The Chicken Coop
          • Home Dairy
          • Homegrown Meat
  • Resources
        • Complimentary eBooks
          • The Heritage Kitchen Handbook
          • Raised Bed: Quick Start Guide
          • Essential Oils for the Homestead
          • DIY Home Dairy Recipes
        • Other Free Resources
          • Learn to Make Low-Sugar Jams (free mini-course)
          • Get a Behind-the-Scenes Glimpse of Our Life on YouTube
          • Join our Heritage Cooking Group on FB
          • Get Weekly Homestead Goodness Delivered by Email
  • Products
        • The Prairie Homestead Cookbook
        • The Heritage Cooking Crash Course
        • The Canning Made Easy System
        • Shop the Homestead Mercantile
  • Podcast Episodes
    • How 2 City Kids Became Homesteaders
    • Why Homesteading Matters (Homestead Manifesto)
    • How We Built Our Raised Beds
    • How We Started Our Homestead on One Income
    • How to Cook From Scratch When You Have No Time
    • How We're Raising Our Kids Like It's 1955
  • About
    • Start Here
    • About
    • Contact
    • Press & Media
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Service

38 Comments | Jill Winger

DIY Shiplap Kitchen Backsplash

shiplap backsplash farmhouse kitchen
I’m pretty sure I promised the nitty gritty details of my shiplap backsplash to my newsletter peeps about two months ago.

Sorry guys.

In my defense, I had a good reason for the delay… we actually just got the last of the project completed yesterday. Like less than 24 hours ago.

Thank you super rainy weather, garden planting, cattle work, and the nightmare of a yard project that just won’t quit.

The good news is that the garden is almost completely planted (can I get an amen?!) and the kitchen is finally done (well, minus that missing bit of window trim… sshhhh…).

And now onto the other 6 billion summer projects.

diy shiplap kitchen backsplash

I have another post coming next week with the rest of the gory details of our mini kitchen remodel (like why we cut a gaping hole into a perfectly good wall), but it got too long for one post, so we’ll focus on the shiplap backsplash installation for today.

(Please excuse the wonky lighting in some of the photos– they aren’t as crisp as I’d like them to be. My kitchen doesn’t have much natural light, so I just have to do the best I can.)

shiplap backsplash farmhouse kitchen
The finished kitchen

The Backstory

Right about now, some of you are probably thinking, “Uh Jill, didn’t you just finish remodeling your house?” And if you are, you’re correct.

We wrapped up our epic-slash-utterly-insane extreme farmhouse makeover in 2016.

We completely redid the kitchen, and other than just a few small things that continually bugged me, like the awkward shelves and range hood (more on that next week), I’ve loved my new kitchen ever since. However, the plain sheetrock backsplash wasn’t working for me. Not at all.

It was far too bland, boring, and modern. It didn’t fit with the custom feel of the rest of the kitchen, not to mention it was not easy to wipe down (which was a problem since I’m a very messy cook…)

We actually never intended to have sheet rock for a backsplash, but we pretty much fell into a heap of exhaustion at the end of our big remodel in 2016 and didn’t even want to think about doing anything else for a while. I decided to “think” about my backsplash options for a bit and just wait. And then two years flew by and there I was with the same old sheetrock.

Preparing for demo day

I mulled over lots of options…

I thought about tile… But I just couldn’t find anything I loved, or anything I could guarantee I wouldn’t want to change in 2 years (which isn’t really an option with tile… Or at least it’s not an option if I want to stay married.)

I thought about using weathered wood, but with our floors and hickory cabinets, that would be WAY too much wood.

I thought about stamped tin tiles, but they felt they’d be too busy when combined with my cabinets and floors.

And that left me with shiplap… the idea of which I fought for months.

farmhouse laundry room

Dang Shiplap

I know, I know… shiplap is trendy right now and everyone loves it. So what’s my problem? Well, I have an issue with it because it’s trendy and everyone loves it.

I’m weird like that…

I liked mason jars waaaay before they were cool. And now that they are everywhere, I almost find them boring. (Sorry, but I had to say it…) Same goes for old chippy furniture and such. It lost a lot of its charm for me once it started popping up EVERYWHERE.

I know, it doesn’t make sense. Everyone else follows trends, I go the opposite… That’s just how I roll.

Anyway.

I racked my brain for months trying to think of an option other than shiplap, but I couldn’t come up with anything that would be slightly understated and compliment the rustic hickory cabinets, yet still provide that vintage sort of feel.

The tipping point finally came after I remembered our old kitchen had large planks underneath the layers of sheetrock when we demoed it (unfortunately, the planks weren’t salvageable). Therefore, plank walls would technically be original to our house. In a round about way, that made me feel better, because if when shiplap goes out of trend in a few years, I know it’ll still be true to our home, and I’m good with that.

So shiplap it was.

How We Installed Our Shiplap Backsplash

Similar to the shiplap we put in our laundry room that you can see in the photo above (I was OK with it there two years ago because I felt like it would be easier to replace if I ever got tired of it) Christian cut plywood sheets into 6″ planks.

diy shiplap backsplash

I painted the planks with 2 coats of primer (including the edges) and then one coat of semi-gloss paint. (I used Westhighland White by Sherwin Williams)

And they were crazy rough. Like sandpaper rough. Which wasn’t gonna work. (Yes, I realize I should have figured out they needed to be sanded BEFORE I started applying primer… I don’t know what happened there. Let’s just call it poor judgement. Or an irrational believe that the primer would magically smooth them out. I dunno…)

diy shiplap kitchen backsplash

And so I found myself sanding them after I painted them. Not ideal, but thankfully it didn’t remove all of the paint.

diy shiplap kitchen backsplash

We used a combination of Liquid Nails and a nail gun to affix the shiplap to the wall and then I filled and sanded the nail holes for a slightly smoother looked. I gave the whole thing one more coat of paint to cover up the sanded spots and make sure everything had a smooth finish.

Some tutorials recommend filling the gaps between the boards, which we considered, but I’m SO glad I didn’t. The gaps are perfection.

The Verdict:

diy shiplap kitchen backsplash

I love it.

I really, really love it.

I have ZERO regrets that we went with shiplap, and it gives the exact vintage vibe I wanted without being too distracting. It really changes the feel of the whole kitchen.

And it really wasn’t all that difficult or expensive to create (although Christian might say differently).

diy shiplap kitchen backsplash

As far as wipe-ability with the shiplap, as long as it was sanded (I used 220 grit), it’s much more wipeable than sheetrock. I would highly recommend using semi-gloss paint if you’re installing it in a kitchen.

Stay tuned for look at the rest of our mini remodel, including us ditching our range hood and cutting a giant hole above the sink. I know, I know… we’re gluttons for punishment… Or just plain crazy… or something.

All of Our Remodel Posts in One Place:

  • The Extreme Farmhouse Makeover
  • The Story of Our Prairie House
  • Our Rustic Laundry Room

38 Comments | Farmhouse Decor

Put Essential Oils to Work Around Your Homestead!

Essential Oils & homesteading go together like peanut butter & jelly. This short, practical eBook will help you master the ins-and-outs of adding essential oils to your homesteading routine (no matter what sort of homestead you may have) and includes DIY fly spray formulas, garden pest control sprays, DIY cleaners, and tons more!

You may also like these posts...

The Story of Our Prairie HouseHow to Paint Your Kitchen CabinetsHow to Decorate with Repurposed Items for Farmhouse Flairdried orange slicesRustic Homemade Christmas Decorations

Reader Interactions

38 Comments

  1. Ashley says

    May 31, 2018 at 7:58 pm

    I’m the same way about home decor trends but your shiplap looks gorgeous in your kitchen. I’d say it was definitely the right choice.

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks Ashley!

      reply to comment
  2. Carole West says

    June 1, 2018 at 7:48 am

    I completely agree with you about trends and doing what everybody else is doing. So overrated… I love this setting though because it works perfect with your kitchen. Awesome kitchen too, looks and feels like someone actually cooks there and kudos to getting that garden planted. Have a great weekend!

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks Carole! And yes, I love kitchens that look used, too. 🙂

      reply to comment
  3. Alana says

    June 2, 2018 at 12:24 pm

    That looks lovely, really nice with the rest of your kitchen! I’m with you, I was country when country wasn’t cool and now everyone swears they have all stepped right out of a country video…leaves me feeling bored! Oh well, at least our mason jars and beat up enamelware bowls with still be in use long after the trends fade! 🙂

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:08 pm

      Yup– you and me both, Alana!

      reply to comment
  4. Patty Vogel says

    June 6, 2018 at 8:33 am

    Your kitchen is beautiful! One question… is that a window above your sink or a mirror? LOL

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:07 pm

      It’s a window– but it looks into our laundry room. I just published a brand new post with all the details!

      reply to comment
      • Lynn says

        March 29, 2019 at 4:55 pm

        Can I ask what thickness your plywood was? I absolutely LOVE your kitchen.

        reply to comment
  5. Mary says

    June 6, 2018 at 9:15 am

    Beautiful job installing and painting. Your kitchen looks really nice. On treads, I am that way about subway tiles. Every magazine I pick up uses them. I look forward to further posts. Your hard work is paying off.

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:07 pm

      I agree with you on the subway tiles, Mary! I like the look of them, but like you, I see them everywhere and am afraid I’d be tired of them soon!

      reply to comment
  6. Deborah says

    June 6, 2018 at 1:15 pm

    I love this look. I think I’ll see if hubby wa to to do this in out kitchen. We have sheetrock walls. I think I’ll paint it with a semi-gloss kitchen paint, if they still make it. One thing I found that cuts grease real well is blue dawn and vinegar. Equal amounts. I spray it on, and let it sit a few minutes, and wipe off. Sometimes it takes a bit of scrubbing with a cloth or sponge, but only if it hasn’t been wiped up in a while. (Hubby doesn’t wipe splatters.)

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:06 pm

      Gotta love vinegar! 😉

      reply to comment
  7. Lea says

    June 6, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    Wow this is the first time I’ve heard someone express my thoughts EXACTLY on both mason jars AND shiplap! It doesn’t help that I live near Waco and almost everywhere are the Chip and Joanna trends everybody is imitating. But- now that you put it this way, I feel like I can find a way to do it and be true to the timelessness of it. We used to do property maintenance on a vacation home that was a barn from the 1800s that had been turned into a home. It had amazing era-appropriate shiplap, wide, rough and warped planks with uneven gaps. I’m usually a little OCD about that stuff, but because it was the real thing, I LOVED it. Thanks for giving me permission to still do it without being trendy??

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:06 pm

      Full permission, Lea. 😉 And that barn turned vacation home sounds amazing!

      reply to comment
  8. Becky says

    June 6, 2018 at 2:24 pm

    What thickness and what grade or type of plywood did you use? My husband is asking me these questions and so I’m asking you. Your kitchen turned out amazing! We just bought a house with a basement and think this might be just the thing to brighten it up. Thanks so much!

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      It was just 1/4″ smooth plywood that we got from the local building store. I think this would be a great basement option!

      reply to comment
  9. Deborah says

    June 6, 2018 at 6:30 pm

    Jill I think the Shiplap looks great.

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      Thanks Deborah!

      reply to comment
  10. Sharon L says

    June 7, 2018 at 5:34 am

    Beautiful! On paint – they do make a plasticezed paint that is awesome for kitchen applications. Everything wipes right off!

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      Ah, now that would be an awesome choice for painting shiplap backsplash!

      reply to comment
  11. Jane Ann Lizana says

    June 7, 2018 at 6:47 am

    What are your countertops. I really like them!

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      They are quartz– I chose the grey b/c I wanted it to look as stone-like as possible, but still have the toughness of the quartz. 🙂

      reply to comment
  12. Lee Hoy says

    June 7, 2018 at 8:14 am

    I love, love , love the faucet over the stove! Brilliant!

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      That was the hubs idea. I thought it was dumb at first, but I use it allllll the time!

      reply to comment
  13. Janet Kowalchick says

    June 7, 2018 at 9:20 am

    I love it. You’ve done an amazing job. Good design, good execution.

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks Janet!

      reply to comment
  14. Lesa Ellis says

    June 7, 2018 at 11:48 am

    It looks great! Still trying to decide what I want for a backsplash. I hate trends also. My daughter says I should put some of my ideas on Pinterest. But I like thinking I’m original. Lol

    reply to comment
    • Jill Winger says

      June 10, 2018 at 12:03 pm

      I feel ya girlfriend 😉

      reply to comment
  15. Eva says

    June 10, 2018 at 9:18 pm

    Hi, I too am looking to put shiplap in my kitchen as a backsplash. I was worried about water splashing on the boards behind my sink do you find that to be a problem? Also did you miter the corners or but them up to easchother? Thank you so much!

    reply to comment
  16. dianne ryan says

    July 2, 2018 at 10:16 am

    What did you do for the stove vent? I am at this stage in my remodel and would appreciate any info you can pass my way.

    reply to comment
  17. Hydra Claire Cream Shark Tank says

    August 7, 2018 at 5:06 pm

    Very interesting points you have mentioned, thanks
    for posting. http://short.o-biznes.ru/Hydra_Claire_Review_8172222

    reply to comment
  18. Hydra Claire Cream Shark Tank says

    August 7, 2018 at 5:07 pm

    Very interesting points you have mentioned, thanks for posting. http://short.o-biznes.ru/Hydra_Claire_Review_8172222

    reply to comment
  19. Marnie says

    October 17, 2018 at 11:10 am

    We have put shiplap in our living room and in our bathroom…. just curious how you like it behind your stovetop??? Is it easy to clean???? I guess I just worried that grease would just soak right in but now that I see it in your kitchen I want it in mine when we remodel.

    reply to comment
  20. Megan says

    December 27, 2018 at 6:11 pm

    I love this! Did you do anything special to make the gaps between the boards? Did you use an spacers? I love the gaps so I want to make sure I do it correctly to get this look.

    reply to comment
  21. Diana Jones says

    January 24, 2019 at 7:06 am

    Hi, We are looking to do Ship Lap in the kitchen. We are worried about the moisture and any water damage against the wood. Have you had any problems with warping? Mildew? Love to get some feedback.

    reply to comment
  22. Becka says

    February 22, 2019 at 11:10 am

    The shiplap looks amazing! We are about to do the same thing. I have the same questions as Diana above. How do you feel about the shiplap now that you’ve had it a while? How did it compare to do it this way rather than tile? Thank you!!

    reply to comment
  23. Demetria says

    May 30, 2019 at 12:23 am

    Remarkable things here. I am very glad to peer your article.
    Thank you a lot and I am having a look forward to contact you.
    Will you please drop me a mail?

    reply to comment

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

You have to agree to the comment policy.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Learn how to can delicious foods at home (without blowing up your kitchen or poisoning your family!)

Tell Me More!

Get the Best-Selling Prairie Homestead Cookbook!

Get the Cookbook

Polish your homesteading skills with my FREE library of ebooks & resources!

Hey, Jill here. I'm a former city kid turned Wyoming homesteader dedicated to helping you grow your own food, create instead of consume, and build the homestead life you dream about, no matter where you may live.

Get Started

Follow Our Farm Adventures on YouTube!

More Videos

Wondering where I get my seeds, kitchen tools, or cheese cultures? These are the products and resources that I couldn’t (and wouldn’t) homestead without!

Visit the Shop

— AS SEEN IN —

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Dec 13

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2198253208424646270_446098322 How’s your Christmas shopping coming along? I just mailed off a bunch of packages and I think I’m finally seeing a small light at the end of the gift-tunnel…
.
If you’re giving the Prairie Homestead Cookbook as a gift this year, don’t forget the recipient qualifies for a bunch of extra bonus goodies too!
.
Before you wrap it, tuck a note inside with the receipt/order number and tell the person who is receiving it to go to www.homesteadcookbook.com and type it in the #— they’ll get access to recipe card printables, cook-along videos with me, and several extra e-books.
.
(You can grab a copy at your local bookstore, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon.)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Dec 9

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2195409541179382679_446098322 Christian: Eh, do you really think it’s a good idea to start a canning project at 5:45pm on a Friday night?
.
Me: It’s called ‘impulse-canning’, honey… it’s totally a thing.
.
(Anyone else have a strange tendency to start canning at less-than-ideal times? Anyone? Anyone at all?) 😬

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Dec 8

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2194697319411297321_446098322 I had a blast signing books and meeting some coolest local homestead-folks yesterday! Thanks to everyone who came out!
.
P.S. I signed the entire stock of Prairie Homestead Cookbooks at the Cheyenne, WY and Loveland, CO Barnes & Noble shores- go get ‘em!
.
(Thanks Suzanne R. for letting me borrow this pic!)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Dec 6

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2193215959588755620_446098322 The homestead lifestyle isn’t for everyone, but if this describes you, you’re in good company. Here’s to us, my friends. ❤️

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Dec 4

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2191644467361186512_446098322 The barn doors are still mostly drifted shut, but thanks to Christian spending 3 hours moving snow with the skid loader, we’re almost dug out from the blizzard over the weekend. If we’re lucky, the drifts might have a chance to melt before the next storm hits. 😬
.
In case you missed the drama of the 60+ MPH winds, power outage, and road closures as it was happening a few days ago, there’s a brand new video up on YT with the whole saga.

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Nov 30

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2188713492968650514_446098322 Annnddd, Wyoming is officially closed.
.
The roads are all shut down, you can’t get anywhere, even if you want to, and I’m kinda loving it.
.
The animals are well-fed and safe (and thankfully we’re not calving…), there’s firewood in the woodbox, homemade candles, roast chicken and pumpkin pie for supper, and a good book for later this evening.
.
No complaints here. I live for these days. <3

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Nov 28

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2187242511407579887_446098322 Um, Merry Christmas?! 🦃
.
I originally had planned to be hosting dinner & cooking up the 25 lb turkey that’s in my freezer today, but plans changed, so we are headed into town to spend the day with the in-laws instead (if we can get out of the driveway, that is…)
.
Enjoy the turkey and pies today, my friends. And hey- thanks for being here. I’m so honored to have you as a part of our online homesteading tribe. You inspire me daily. <3

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Nov 10

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2174305321797915382_446098322 I have a hard time sitting still... even when I have strep throat, can’t swallow, and my head feels like it’s underwater... Which is my current status....
.
I’m guessing that going outside in the wind would be less than wise right now (even though I’m tempted), so I’ll just continuing living my life here on the couch... which is where I’ve been since Friday. And I’m not loving it.
.
When I finally do get off this couch though? I’m gonna be a wild woman, so watch out world. 😉
.
(I’m diving heavily into my essential oil stash right now (melaleuca, On Guard, and Oregano), but I’m also taking penicillin.... because I’m not afraid to mix Eastern and Western medicine when needed... and I need it.) 😜

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Nov 6

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2171347583904102404_446098322 It’s no secret that I’m a milk cow fanatic, but did you know we’ve been building up a herd of grass-fed Hereford beef cattle for the past few years as well?
.
It’s part of our plan to take over the world. (Kidding…mostly 😉)
.
In all seriousness though, I’ve found that homesteading is REALLY good at pushing you out of your comfort zone, which creates an excellent springboard for all sorts of other crazy dreams and plans.
.
What sorts of other big dreams has homesteading inspired in you??
.
(And if you want to see us looking like human-marshmallows attempting to preg-check hundreds of cows in freezing temps, it’s all documented in our latest video on YT…)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Oct 30

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2165729881932070501_446098322 It’s currently 4* outside and there are 2 inches of ice on the stock tank even though the tank heater is on.
.
I don’t even know what to say about our weather anymore, so I’ll just be over here making stew and biscuits... 🤷‍♀️
.
(This is our second storm in less than a week— the first one hit as we were trying to leave on a road trip— you can see all the chaos that accompanied that on our latest YT video!)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Oct 21

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2159875995983854626_446098322 Apparently someone left a gate open.

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Oct 16

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2156139089576012515_446098322 Is it weird that I want to use the spent sunflower heads as fall decor in my house? Good. Cause I’m going for it. 😉
.
P.S. if you have sunflowers and are wanting to roast the seeds, I just threw up a blog post with all the deets!

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Oct 15

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2155375013048437517_446098322 I’m back to my prairie after spending the weekend at Homesteaders of America conference. Virginia is stunning— I totally understand why so many of you choose to homestead there (although I’ll still never leave the West 🤪).
.
I’m still unpacking my thoughts (and my suitcases), but stay tuned for a video later today— I’ll be sharing my biggest takeaways from the last few days. My brain & heart are so full. ❤️

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Oct 3

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2146559158512678282_446098322 Chicken Hack: Running short on roosting space for your flock? Just get a goat. #problemsolved

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 28

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2143176903509473504_446098322 The garden didn’t give us much in the way of pumpkins, winter squash, beans, corn, or cucumbers this year (aka if we were real homesteaders depending on our garden for survival, we’d starve this winter…) but I did somehow manage to accidentally grow a lifetime supply of sunflower seeds, so I guess there’s always that. 😂

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 23

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2139574228628940715_446098322 Dear Cows,
Thank you for making me feel better about being lazy and not using the garden lettuce before it went to seed. At least someone got to enjoy it. 🤷‍♀️
.
P.S. I always plant leaf lettuce. I never remember to use it in time. EVERY. STINKIN. YEAR.

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 10

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2130011933020167074_446098322 The cookbook has been out in the world for 5 months now, but I still am blown away every single time I see one of you making one of my recipes. Hearing the stories of how you finally made bread for the first time, or used your cast iron skillet after it collected dust for years, or roasted your first chicken, I feel like a proud mama. 😍
.
To celebrate all of you being such kitchen rockstars, I’m doing a GIVEAWAY! TWO lucky winners will get an all-access pass to my Heritage Cooking Crash Course ($97 value). It’s my next-level curriculum for homestead cooks and includes detailed info on sourdough, fermentation, canning, curing meats, and more!
.
HOW TO ENTER:
.
1. Follow @theprairiehomestead & like this post.
.
2. Post a photo of the cookbook (or what you made from it!) on your Instagram (either on your feed or in your stories)
.
3. Tag @theprairiehomestead and use #theprairiehomesteadcookbook in the post or stories. This is how I choose the winners! (If your profile is set to private, I may not be able to see your tags)
.
The Giveaway will run through Wednesday, September 18th and the winners will be announced here on this post on Friday, September 20th.
.
(If you haven’t grabbed your copy of the best-selling Prairie Homestead Cookbook yet, you can find it at your favorite local bookstore or Amazon.)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 9

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2129365202179949758_446098322 You’ve been lied to, my friends.
.
Those big food corporations? They want you to believe that anything made from-scratch is complicated, fussy, and ridiculously time-consuming.
.
Except it’s not.
.
I made this pie last-minute this morning in the middle of packing for DoTERRA convention trip, homeschooling the kids, and processing 20 lbs of nectarines that should have been dealt with yesterday…
.
It’s not because I’m superwoman (because I’m most certainly not—trust me), but it’s just NOT that hard. Really. In less than 25 minutes of hands-on time, I had a from-scratch nectarine pie that I will give to Christian as a peace offering before I leave him home alone with the kids for the next 4 days. 😬
.
Don’t believe the lies— you don’t need the frozen pre-made pies or the hydrogenated fat-filled refrigerated pie crusts. You got this.
.
Check out my stories for my pie filling recipe and a step by step of how I did the lattice top! (And thanks to @nwcherrygrowers for the delicious fruit!)

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 9

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2128758081725719121_446098322 Just so you know: in the event that one cannot find oxen for a Little House on the Prairie game, a pack goat makes a decent substitute.

theprairiehomestead

View on Instagram

Sep 1

Link to display lightbox
Instagram post 2123440706877049266_446098322 “Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary.” - Cecil Beaton
.
I used to think I started homesteading just for the food, but ultimately, this quote beautifully sums up the deeper reason I was drawn to this old-fashioned lifestyle.
.
I’ve never been one to go with the flow, to fit into the mold, to play it small and safe, or to do the things I’m “supposed” to do just because everyone else is doing it.
.
That journey will look different for each and every one of us. But for me? It means choosing to grow vegetables even when we live in a harsh environment. It means raising our own meat, even though the styrofoam-packages at the store are so much less messy. It means standing in the kitchen canning green beans even though I can buy cans for 89 cents. And it means celebrating sourdough and fermented foods in a world obsessed with fast and convenience.
.
How about you??
Follow on Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Press & Media
  • Contact
  • Disclosure & Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Work with Me

Copyright © 2019 The Prairie Homestead  •  All rights reserved  •  Site Design by Emily White Designs