Homesteading

Dream pillows have been used for centuries. By using a blend of specific herbs and flowers one is said to be able to experience vivid and meaningful dreams as well as receive relief from nightmares. Today we acknowledge the research that proves the smell of herbs, flowers and essential oils can have a positive effect on our ability to relax, mental health, and our …

My Story Six months ago I intentionally left my full-time job as a Registered Nurse to stay home and raise our 3 children. You see, for the past 10 years I have either been in school or working and sometimes I was doing both. That’s just how it was; it had to be that way! …

Many people, when asked, would define soap scum as that irritating, cloudy residue on their tub or shower door! Soap scum is a white build-up consisting of minerals from the water, dirt, bacteria, and sloughed-off skin. The very best way to keep soap scum off glass shower doors is to prevent it from happening in the first place …

It’s a cool day in November and the smell of warm honey fills my home because we’re in the kitchen hand dipping beeswax candles! This has become a seasonal tradition for me and children. I can’t even begin to tell you how much fun we have making these candles! Well, I take that back, I …

I’m always looking for inspiring ways to transform what I already have or purchase small, inexpensive items to make a big impact. I do this for dressing and for my home. So when I came across a vintage Good Housekeeping column written in 1941 by Dorothy Draper, the first female interior designer with her own …

Do you hold a dream to live off of the land and experience the joy of sustainable living? There really are countless things to consider when living off the land. However, these 10 things are on my priority list and I think they should be on yours. 1. Land 2. Natural Fresh Water Source 3. …