A few weeks ago, I had professional make-up artist do my make-up (No, this is not a regular occurrence... It was for my book cover photo shoot.) As she was working her magic, she commented on my face several times. She said she rarely sees skin that's so evenly and deeply moisturized. (Considering I live in one of the driest, wind-blown places in the United States, this is high praise.) So which of the high-tech modern skin care ...Continue Reading
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How to Make Homemade Herbal Bath Salts
Homesteading is trying to live independently and being self-sufficient where you can... It is about growing, failing, and learning while enjoying the results of the hard work you have contributed. It is a rewarding way of life, that sometimes can be a hard one. That is why I have learned it is just as important to take care of yourself as well as the garden, cows, or chickens. There are many different natural DIY self-care remedies ...Continue Reading
Because It’s Not About Canning and Chickens
I was a bored, pregnant newlywed 40 miles from civilization with not enough money to drive to activities in town. That's how it all started. Not the most epic beginning to this story, I know... Basically, the garden and kitchen projects gave me a way to pass the time without feeling like a total loser. I figured out how to make tortillas, how to clean a chicken coop without bleach, how to milk a goat, and then a cow, and all ...Continue Reading
39 Ways to Make Money Homesteading
"Eh... So where does your money come from?" Hands down, this is the question I get the most often... And if people aren't asking it, I can tell they are thinking it. ;) First off, let's clarify a few things: Like I mentioned in my homestead myth-busting post, becoming a modern homesteader doesn't necessarily mean you head for the hills, go completely off-grid, and live off the land entirely. (Although I suppose you could go ...Continue Reading
Resources
I get lots of questions about where I purchase the ingredients, tools, and resources to keep my homestead and blog running. Everything on this page is something I use myself and recommend from personal experience. Please note: most of the links on this page are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission if you purchase something after clicking the link. It doesn't cost you any extra, and it helps to support the Prairie ...Continue Reading