When many people think of making herbal extracts, their first thought is to use alcohol. But, what if you don’t use alcohol for any other reason, or you simply want an alternative? You can try using a food grade glycerin to get what is called a glycerite. Glycerin is a great way to extract the
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Essential oils are everywhere now. You can order them online, grab them at the health food store, and even some grocery stores. When you are done with the precious oils inside, what do you do with the bottles? Do you throw them away, never to see them again? Can You Recycle Essential Oil Bottles? Have
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Coconut oil is very popular for cooking, baking, and even making beauty products. Many believe that coconut has its moisturizing properties on all types of skin. While coconut oil is great for smoothies, cakes, and even as a skin balm, did you know there are other ways to use coconut oil around the house? Types
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Ah, the goodness of butter from fresh milk. You rich, creamy goodness you… Full of healthy, saturated fats, creaminess for days and a mild flavor that goes so well spread thick on muffins or bread and even melted on a steak. What would I do without your fluffy, yellow emulsion? It’s so easy to add
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Building a garden each year doesn’t have to be cumbersome. You don’t have to till the ground, build raised beds, or even plant in containers. HOW? Straw bale gardens are where it’s at! If you’re looking for a way to garden without having to worry about weed control, straw bale gardening may be the option
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Ducks are waterfowl birds. By their very name, you would understand that they NEED water. Ducks crave water. Their love for water is in their DNA. Keeping a flock of ducks happy is as easy as providing them a means to swim. Some people choose to give their ducks a small kiddie pool, while others
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Raising ducks in the winter when it’s cold, snowy, or icy isn’t hard. All it takes is a few extra steps of care and some planning ahead, and your ducks will be just as happy as ever. They can be great egg producers all year long. We love our ducks on this homestead. They have
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Having a backyard flock of chickens is a great way to get fresh eggs. Chickens are terrific for keeping the bug population down. They even make rich compost for the garden. They do all of this while providing great entertainment around the homestead! Kept in a coop or in a tractor, watching your birds do
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Where I currently live, the winters can be bitter cold. Sub-zero wind-chills for 8-12 weeks straight is mighty cold for a cat. Here are some tips to keep outdoor cats warm in the winter: Our cats are outdoor cats, AKA “barn cats”. They live outside, guarding the homestead from mice, possums, and other creatures that could
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Why make almond milk at home in the first place? And, just how is almond milk made at home? Many families are now avoiding dairy products. Some are avoiding it due to allergies, growing concern over antibiotic use in cows, and the idea of cow milk not being healthy for you. There ARE some who
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