Dear City-Dwelling Homesteader, First off, did you notice that I didn't call you a "wanna-be" homesteader? That was on purpose. I firmly believe that someone can be a honest-to-goodness homesteader, even if they live in town--but more on that in a minute. I've read your emails. And your comments. And your Facebook messages. I've heard about your longings for a homestead with land. And how badly you want to experience those ...Continue Reading
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What Dishwashers, Blenders, and Washing Machines Have to do with Homesteading
Laura Ingalls Wilder didn't have a Dishwasher! Earlier this week on my Facebook page, I casually shared a tip about how I use Lemon essential oil to keep my dishwasher from getting stinky, which I assumed would lead into a simple discussion about household cleaning and essential oils. Imagine my shock when I popped over to the page to find folks expressing their displeasure at the fact that I have a dishwasher. I sure didn't see ...Continue Reading
The Coolest Homemade Tub & Shower Cleaner EVER: The DIY Scum Buster Bar
**PLEASE READ THE SAFETY UPDATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST** This recipe was a complete and total accident. As much as I would like to say that I came up with the concept and then flawlessly executed it, that is simply not the case. Regardless-- it just might be one of the coolest things I've ever posted on this blog. So, read on. ;) I was trying to mix up a quick batch of DIY scouring paste to clean my filthy bath tub. (You ...Continue Reading
How to Put Together an Essential Oil Toolkit
Essential oils can be kinda overwhelming at first, huh? Not only are there a million-and-one different oils to choose from, but then comes the question of accessories... Oh, the accessories. Two of the top questions I get are, "What oils should I start with?" and "What else do I need to go along with them?" Today I'm going to introduce you to my most-used oils, along with the tools that you'll want to have as you dive into the ...Continue Reading
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I love hearing from my amazing readers and I read every email you send. However, due to the volume of email I receive and the many hats I wear as a mom, homesteader, and homeschooler, I can't answer every single one. If you are having trouble accessing one of my ebooks or products, please email hello[at]theprairiehomestead[dot]com for assistance. For other questions you may have, please check out the FAQ below: Where do you ...Continue Reading