Homestead

Off-grid living is becoming more popular with families and there are no shortage of options. View 14 creative off-grid living options and find one that works for your family.

Keeping an eye on your neighbors is not about nosiness, but safety. There are things you can look for to ensure your neighbors are safe and not facing any emergencies. Be a good neighbor with these tips.

Discover eco-friendly and practical ways to reuse fireplace ash, from gardening to cleaning, turning waste into useful household solutions.

Bladed tools are a must have in your home. There are so many options and use-cases that it makes sense to have several styles of axes and knives. Learn more about the types of bladed tools that are out there and which you should keep in hand.

Witch Hazel is a natural ingredient that can offer many uses. Learn 20 ways you can use witch hazel for an emergency – or any time.

DIY meat smokers are a great way to be “ready” in a food emergency situation or to enjoy your favorite smoked meats any time a craving hits.

Small spaces are no problem when it comes to growing your own foods. These 25 items can be grown in small areas and can provide much needed food for emergencies and healthier living.

Cooking is not the only thing you can do with Crisco oil. Check out 15 additional uses that may surprise you.

Cinder and cement blocks are underrated options for home decor. See the many ways you can use these blocks in your home, both indoors and outdoors.

Gnats and fruit flies are one of life’s biggest annoyances. Learn how to get rid of these little buggers with natural methods to keep your home and family safe.

Do some of your vegetable plants in your garden need some new best friends? Might was well plant some that

What happens when your air conditioning is not working during the heat of summer? You improvise! This article features the popular “redneck air conditioner” and a few other ideas for staying cool.

Homemade toothpaste is a healthier way to keep your pearly whites shining. Find a simple recipe to get you inspired to create a toothpaste your family will love.

Baking soda is a must have for every home. This article covers over 40 ways you can use baking soda in your home from beauty to cleaning.

Gardening is a wonderful activity, until you see something eating away at your hard work. Whether its worms on your

Do you remember working on house or car projects with your parents growing up? Were you an apprentice or were

What do you do when your boxes of spaghetti just end up all over the place? You find a hack

If you are living off-grid or preparing for an emergency, these manual kitchen tools are a must have. From survival emergencies, to every day use, these kitchen tools require no power source to work.

PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is an inexpensive vinyl tubing that is used primarily for plumbing in homes. It’s one of the most

Recently I told you about my Dad’s DIY Chicken Tractor that he made on the cheap. One of the things he used

DIY outdoor games for kids and adults can take the stress away when dealing with a power outage. It can offer family fun for off-grid living and can be a great way for the family to bond everyday. See some creative games you can do at no or low cost!