Soapmaking is an interesting hobby which, when done correctly, can provide a neat little side-hustle for you. There are numerous methods available online to help beginners get into this hobby but many of them can be rather…daunting. Lye, which is a crucial element in the saponification process, is highly caustic and can cause severe injuries …
Soap is something that we use on a daily basis. It’s freely available at most supermarkets and pharmacies and generally speaking it’s safe for most people to use. So, what do we do when we’re allergic to certain ingredients present in soap? We make our own soap! With that in mind, I did a bit …
You know, I think I have a food obsession…seriously, what is this, my umpteenth article about food? Well, if I’m a foodie then I’d best put together something interesting. The only question is: what to write? Hmm…How about a list of delicious cast iron recipes to try? Yeah! That sounds good! Apart from being affordable …
Homesteading and off-grid living is something that’s becoming more and more popular with new people setting up homesteads every year. Of course, it’s not always the quiet, easy, laidback life that people think it is… If you’re going to start a homestead, you’re going to need certain tools and equipment in order to set up, …
When you think of large and impressive animals in North America, what do you think of? Almost certainly bears of some kind, and perhaps moose as well. Maybe you keep it domestic and think of impressively large bulls. Maybe you imagine the majestic bighorn sheep living in the Rocky Mountains, or the wailing call of …
Milk is high in calcium and other things that keep our bones strong and healthy; it’s also a favorite drink of sorts for many – Milo, anyone? A milkshake, perhaps? For all its popularity, milk has been getting steadily more expensive over the past few months and that got me thinking, how can we save …
Gardens are a good place to get creative and add some color to your property. Unfortunately, you only have so much space to work with when it comes to planting. Fortunately, with the help of a few raised garden beds, you can get creative and maximize your garden space. Before we get into the proverbial …
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Between a lack of food supplies and a rise in the use of harmful pesticides and urbanization, bees have had a very rough ride over the last few years. Sadly, this has put the environment in a very tough spot. This has put bees in a bit of a tough spot as well and, as …
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Dehydration is a popular method of preserving food. You can make everything from fruit leather to jerky without much difficulty. There are many foods that you can dehydrate for an easy treat, but you should always know what you’re getting into with dehydration. Not all foods are good for dehydration and that’s something that you …
Sheep are common and popular livestock animals for farms and homesteads. Their fleece can be used for blankets and clothing, and there are obvious culinary benefits. They’re also entertaining to watch when they get excited. A flock of sheep will also give you a number of challenges, they have very specific dietary needs. If they …
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