The reality of backyard chicken keeping is that predators come with the territory. It’s not a matter of IF, but WHEN. So, there are some must-do steps to make a predator proof chicken coop that every chicken keeper NEEDS to know and implement. We had never lost a chicken, then… We’re grateful in our 9+…
When we wanted to expand our backyard chicken flock beyond our small stationary coop without spending a fortune, it was time to get creative. So, we picked up a used, wooden kids playset for free and transformed it into a mobile A-frame chicken tractor. This post talks about the benefits of mobile chicken coops and…
A rolling library ladder adds fun and function to any space! After installing ours, we’ll share which library ladder hardware set we chose, how we installed it, and what you should consider when installing your own DIY library ladder. As a sneak peak: 1. It was LOW COST.2. Installation was EASY.3. We LOVE the results!…
Perhaps you recall reading about Almanzo Wilder scrubbing their wood floors with lye. Perhaps you’ve seen the white wood “Nordic look” floors featured in a magazine. Or, perhaps you’re looking for the most natural and safest wood floor finish option for you family. Whatever your reason, we’ll talk all about how to apply a wood…
From the founding fathers to more modern day pioneers of the regenerative agriculture, permaculture, and homesteading movements, there is no shortage of places to look for inspiration on your homesteading journey. We have compiled a list of 25 of our favorite homesteading quotes that have inspired us to pursue this lifestyle. Several of the individuals…
We’ve become accustomed to running to the store to pick up a dozen eggs. But in reality, there can be a big difference between eggs bought at your local grocery store vs. eggs purchased directly from a farm. We will breakdown the differences and how to handle farm fresh eggs for the best and safest…
Have some extra cheese lying around? Or maybe an abundant supply? We get that. Not only do we have chickens on our homestead, but there’s no shortage of cheese with our family milk cow. So let’s dig into, Can Chickens Eat Cheese? What chickens CAN eat, and what to LIMIT or AVOID Chickens are a…
Our budget-conscious family is sold on the Kiwi Mattress! In terms of price and quality, it can’t be beat. This My Green Mattress Kiwi review breaks down why we trust our sleep to My Green Mattress for ourselves and our children. Are you doing mattress research for your kids? Maybe even yourself? Want something with…
Kitchen countertops take a beating! When it comes to sealing your butcher block countertops you don’t want to settle for any run-of-the-mill sealer. Trust us – we’ve tried! When it comes to sealing, Tung Oil for butcher block is your best bet! After two years of heavy use, our countertops finished with 100% Pure Tung…
We’ll share our experience as a family with young kids living without a TV, the benefits we’ve seen, and TV alternatives you can turn to for entertainment, information, and education. The Case For Living Without A TV Back in 2016 I came across this statistic: The average American watches nearly 10 YEARS of television over…