2022-11-16 10:00
Believe it or not we only have just over two weeks before Thanksgiving and then the official Christmas season begins! I know…kind of hard to believe. If your family is anything like m… Read More
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2022-11-14 10:00
Take a step back in time to Grandma’s house with the delectable scents of Sunday dinner and the best garlic pepper steak recipe you’ve ever had… So many of my favorite rec… Read More
2022-11-11 10:00
There’s only a couple of days until Christmas! Do you have all your gifts ready? No? Are all your gifts neatly wrapped and ready to go? Or are you a procrastinator like me, finding you… Read More
2022-11-10 10:00
Looking for simple and delicious, homemade Christmas cookie recipes? Look no further – here’s 4 of my absolute favorite recipes for Christmas cookies that you don’t want to… Read More
2022-11-08 10:00
Topped with a vanilla orange glaze and filled with buttery cinnamon, these Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls take you right back to Grandma’s kitchen with just one bite. They’re perfe… Read More
2022-11-07 10:00
I love to host Thanksgiving dinner. I always cook for the masses even when it is just my family of five on an average night, so Thanksgiving dinner gives me the excuse to go all out without… Read More
2022-11-03 09:00
November is National Gratitude Month! So instead of just being thankful on Thanksgiving we spend the entire month incorporating ways of gratitude into our days. It is a great lesson learned… Read More
2022-11-02 09:00
Need some cute Christmas gifts for teachers? Why not get her something she’ll actually use this year? Here’s a list of gift ideas for teachers…you’re sure to find th… Read More
2022-11-01 09:00
Self care with homemade body scrubs and face masks is not only rewarding for what they do for your skin but also for your health! You are eliminating all of the exposure from chemicals that… Read More
2022-10-31 09:00
Looking for a way to reduce your grocery bill? Choose a turkey breast instead of chicken and feed your whole family 27 times for less than $0.25 a meal! I’ve been itching for some turk… Read More
2022-10-28 09:00
This week we had a shift on the homestead by moving into the colder months with heartier meals, earlier bed times & fun fall things! I am a firm believer that instead of fighting the imp… Read More
2022-10-26 09:00
We just had our annual “Night Of The Jack-O-Lantern” and it consisted of pumpkin carving and a fun Halloweenie themed dinner! I thought I’d share it with you all because I… Read More
2022-10-25 09:00
In the most recent lesson in my Herbalism course, we learned about the herbs that work best for the urinary system and the homework was to create a kidney tonic and drink it everyday for a w… Read More
2022-10-24 15:12
I say this with sadness because I LOVE peanut butter. Like….gravitate towards it 100% of the time. So what did I go and do? Fall hopelessly in love with a man who is deathly allergic… Read More
2022-10-18 11:11
Coming into cold season I do all that I can to prep my families immune systems for the inevitable wave of sicknesses that come with temps dropping and school germs. One of my favorite ways i… Read More
2022-10-17 09:00
Use this free printable Thanksgiving Menu Planner to keep track of everything you’re serving at your holiday meal this year! There’s just a few weeks left until the big day and t… Read More
2022-10-14 09:00
There are elegant and cozy ways to decorate but have you ever thought of putting together Fun Ways to Decorate for Thanksgiving Dinner? Switch things up and surprise your dinner guests with… Read More
2022-10-13 09:00
I had so much fun planning an enchanted forest child’s birthday party for my girls that both have September birthdays! They love all things whimsical and magical so this was the perfec… Read More
2022-10-12 09:00
With Halloween quickly approaching I thought I would walk you through the DIY Floating Tree Ghosts that I make with my girls each year and also share some of my other favorite spooky crafts… Read More
2022-10-11 09:00
With cooler weather in the air, it’s time to start packing the apothecary full of home remedies for cold and flu season. And besides Fire Cider, one of our favorite remedies is our Hom… Read More
2022-10-10 09:00
Slow Cooker Stout Chili is the very first recipe I gravitate towards once the temps start to drop and the leaves start to turn. It is one of those dishes that warms your body and your soul… Read More
2022-10-07 09:00
The husband and I recently had the opportunity to attend the first Homesteaders of New England Fall Gathering, hosted by The Mindful Homestead. Since it was the first ever gathering of homes… Read More
2022-10-06 09:00
Looking for Thanksgiving dinner menu ideas? This Spicy Pumpkin Dip recipe is simple to make and only requires 3 ingredients. Perfect for an appetizer or a dessert at your Thanksgiving celebr… Read More
2022-10-05 09:00
Looking for some ideas for creative homemade kids Halloween costumes? Look no further! This list is some of my all time favorites. They are fun, easy to make and one of a kind! Going o… Read More
2022-10-04 09:00
Do you make your own fire cider? It is an amazing remedy to keep in your apothecary! I’ve been making it for a few years now and my family loves having it on hand whenever we start to… Read More
2022-10-03 09:00
Happy Monday! You might notice that this week’s post looks a little bit different than our usual Monday recipe post and I really hope you’re going to love our new changes. Instea… Read More
2022-09-30 09:00
We just got back from a trip Fall Camping in Acadia National Park and it was really spectacular! I wanted to share some of the things we did as a family and make some recommendations to mayb… Read More
2022-09-29 09:00
Do you love to freak out your family and friends? Use these 5 Freaky Halloween Goody Bag Treats to gross out anyone… It’s so much fun to watch the reaction on their faces when t… Read More
2022-09-28 09:00
Looking for a cute Fall craft to do with the kids? This Autumn leaves mason jar nightlight craft is easy and adorable! It is the perfect addition to the Fall decor or a new nightlight for th… Read More
2022-09-26 09:00
Did you know there was a special day just for cookies? Try these 3 homemade cookie recipes for National Homemade Cookie Day this year! National Homemade Cookie Day is celebrated on the 1st o… Read More
2022-09-23 09:00
Are your bills always late because you just can’t seem to remember when to pay them? Keep track of the due dates and get them paid on time this month with this free printable payment o… Read More
2022-09-22 09:00
Wouldn’t you love to come home and have a nice hot baked potato waiting? Especially in the summer when it’s super hot? Read on to learn how to bake potatoes in your slow cooker&h&hell…Read More
2022-09-21 09:00
Homemade canned cucumber pepper relish gives those on my homestead the option of a fresh taste of summer all year long. We love a good condiment here and this little jar of heaven perks up a… Read More
2022-09-20 09:00
Are you looking for a little fall flavor for your cakes and treats? Look no further than this decadent Apple Butter Frosting! Use it on cakes, cupcakes, homemade pop-tarts, muffins, pancakes… Read More
2022-09-16 09:00
It’s hard to imagine picking my favorite herbal books for beginners. There are way too many useful resources out there for me to choose just one or two! So, today, I’m sharing my… Read More
2022-09-15 09:00
Learn how to make homemade croutons to add flavor and texture to your otherwise, boring salad! It’s salad season! And who wants to eat a plain old lettuce and tomato salad? Not me! Lea… Read More
2022-09-14 09:00
This crockpot southern green beans and stewed tomatoes recipe is the perfect way to jazz up dinner! For us, it’s a holiday favorite but this dish sits nicely with any belly filling pla… Read More
2022-09-13 09:00
Need a warm and cozy meal for dinner tonight? Here’s my favorite must try fall comfort foods! The warm, homey smell of fall comfort foods, are some of my favorite reasons for the seaso… Read More
2022-09-12 09:00
Considering raising chickens for meat? It’s not as hard as you think! Keep reading to learn all about our first adventure… We’ve been raising egg laying chickens for a cou… Read More
2022-09-09 09:00
Don’t waste your fruit scraps! Make your own vinegar at home instead and save a ton of money throughout the year! Do you have any idea how many items you use that contain vinegar? Thin… Read More
2022-09-08 09:00
Love a Pumpkin Spice Latte, but hate the price? Learn how to make homemade Pumpkin Spice Coffee Syrup and brew your own at home! It’s time, you guys!!!! The leaves and apples are start… Read More
2022-09-07 09:00
Our goal this year for the garden was to try and use as much as we possibly could during harvest for our families consumption and use! Trying to think outside of the box and use, freeze, pro… Read More
2022-09-06 09:00
Looking for some delicious pumpkin recipes? Look no further – here’s 46 perfect pumpkin recipes for fall that are sure to entice your taste buds. The leaves are falling, kids are… Read More
2022-09-05 09:00
Love the crunchy, yummy pickles you get with a sandwich at the deli? Learn to make your own garlic dill pickles at home – no canning required! Canning pickles is always a delicious way… Read More
2022-09-02 09:00
Looking to reduce or replace your coffee addiction? Switch to a healthier option! This post has 4 simple and delicious, hot herbal tea recipes for any day of the year! As I mentioned the oth… Read More
2022-09-01 09:00
Looking for a sweet treat to serve at your next party? These homemade cream puffs are perfect for parties, dessert or even an after school treat for the kids. My youngest daughter loves home… Read More
2022-08-31 09:00
This past week I made some fresh roasted tomato and herb sauce that you may can or freeze! This recipe is easy and absolutely delicious and only calls for a couple of minor adjustments if yo… Read More
2022-08-30 09:00
Are you looking for a quick and easy gift that doesn’t cost a lot of money? Just add a bottle of maple syrup to a basket and a jar of Homemade Pancakes. It makes the perfect gift for a… Read More
2022-08-29 09:00
Do you love herbal tea, but hate forking out the excess price for it at the grocery store? Learn how to make your own, delicious and relaxing tea, with this easy to follow tutorial! Drinking… Read More
2022-08-26 09:00
Are you ready to start making some extra money online? Here’s 25 *easy to make* printables to sell on Etsy to help you get started! Printables are HUGE right now! Everyone loves the in… Read More
2022-08-25 09:00
Looking for a sweet treat that can be served for breakfast or a snack? Make these Chocolate Chip Scones and your family will beg for more! My girls and I could eat scones everyday of the wee… Read More
2022-08-24 09:00
This 5 ingredient homemade play dough is really a game changer as a parent! We use to buy play dough often. It would dry up because lids weren’t put on all the way or the dreaded blend… Read More
2022-08-23 09:00
Need a quick and easy side dish to go with your BBQ Chicken tonight? Try these Parmesan Garlic Baked Potatoes – they’re quick and easy to prepare and they only require 4 ingredie… Read More
2022-08-22 09:00
Love yogurt, but hate all the garbage additives in the store-bought stuff these days? You are going to love today’s recipe! This homemade vanilla yogurt is so easy to make and it taste… Read More
2022-08-19 09:00
One dish that speaks directly to my nostalgic heart and brings me right back to feeling the warmth of my grandmother’s presence is her famous clam dip. It sat proudly on any family gat… Read More
2022-08-17 09:00
Getting the kids, the house and yourselves back into the routine of school can be challenging at the end of the summer. Early mornings, bus schedules, after school programs, homework…… Read More
2022-08-16 09:00
Autumn has arrived and that means it’s time for comfort food! Get your fall dinner menu planned in minutes with these delicious fall dinner recipes! *UPDATED POST – Fall is near… Read More
2022-08-11 09:00
Looking for some pretty paper to write notes to family and friends this season? Download this free printable fall stationery and start today! I’ve been on a major fall kick lately. It… Read More
2022-08-10 14:35
Beets are one of my absolute favorite things to grow in the garden. The colors are magnificent and I love a freshly roasted beet salad. Canning pickled beets is a close runner up for me. I l… Read More
2022-08-08 09:38
Need some school lunch ideas for your kiddos? Check out this post – it’s packed full of ideas for the whole week! It’s that time of year again, you guys! There’s only… Read More
2022-08-05 09:00
Need a quick, easy breakfast or a delicious bread to go with your dinner? Try these amazing Sweet Corn Cakes – they’re perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Sweet Corn Cakes ar… Read More
2022-08-04 09:00
Make your own DIY Chalkboard Notebook so you can change your mind whenever you want to! How many times have you had an idea for something, so you write a title down on the cover of a brand n… Read More
2022-08-03 10:08
Summer isn’t over yet but the households with school aged kids are starting to shift their thinking to the start of school. Am I right? What better way to tackle getting back into a ro… Read More
2022-08-01 09:00
How many of those plastic ice packs do you buy in a school year? Only to have them crack, break or just drip all over your kids lunch? *UPDATED POST – While my kiddos are fully grown a… Read More
2022-07-29 09:00
This 4 ingredient creamy chicken Caesar pasta salad is a delicious change up from your normal summer cold pasta dish. It doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, prep or time to make and… Read More
2022-07-28 09:00
Are you sick of wasting your money on expensive zipper bags only to have them thrown into the garbage in just a few short hours? *UPDATED POST – While my kiddos are fully grown and mak… Read More
2022-07-27 09:00
Looking for a homemade beard oil recipe that is bursting with beneficial properties? I might have just the one. This beard oil is packed with essential oils that have some really great quali… Read More
2022-07-25 09:00
Learn to make your own homemade marinara sauce with meat in minutes with this easy to follow recipe! We love Italian food, but to be honest, I hate the nasty jarred sauce from the grocery st… Read More
2022-07-22 09:00
Save the the flowers from your backyard and make this delicious day lily Syrup recipe to drizzle over pancakes and waffles throughout the year! I know, I know…you’re thinking I… Read More
2022-07-21 09:00
This Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich is perfect for dinner on a busy night! It takes just 18 minutes to make and only requires a few simple ingredients! Not only is this Southern Fried Chick… Read More
2022-07-20 09:00
Mason jar storage for keeping produce fresh longer is a little kitchen hack I wish that I knew about years ago. If you are sick of wasting your money in the produce section than this trick i… Read More
2022-07-19 09:00
Love toaster pastries but hate the expense and the added sugar to your diet? Make your own homemade Poptarts instead – here’s 10 recipes to try! Okay, so you’re not going t… Read More
2022-07-18 09:00
This Beef and Vegetable Soup is delicious, easy to make and it’s a great way to preserve your summer vegetable harvest, too! Today, I’ve partnered with Denali Canning to bring yo… Read More
2022-07-15 09:00
Love beef stew, but not the time and work it takes to make it for dinner? Start pressure canning beef stew instead! Pressure canning beef stew is so easy and the best part is, you’ll h… Read More
2022-07-14 09:00
Need something quick and easy for dinner tonight? Try this Sweet & Spicy Sausage Ramen Noodle Skillet – it’s ready in 20 minutes and it only requires 1 dish! This Sweet &… Read More
2022-07-13 09:00
Are wasps terrorizing your yard, home, and garden in abundance this year? Well, if so…you aren’t alone. We had a real problem at our homestead and until I put together this DIY… Read More
2022-07-12 09:00
Want a delicious dessert for dinner tonight? Try my Apple Crunch Pie and you’re family will be begging for more! Apple Crunch Pie…it’s as American as…well, Apple Pi… Read More
2022-07-08 09:00
Love carrots, but don’t want to waste the time slicing and dicing for canning? Learn how to ferment carrots with this easy, step-by-step tutorial… This year, I’m adding fe… Read More
2022-07-07 09:00
Do you have a hard time making homemade pie crust? Struggle no longer – this post offers step by step directions with photos to make your own super simple pie crust! Fresh fruit is sta… Read More
2022-07-06 09:00
Did someone say potatoes? We are a potato loving family – in any variation. Chunk, mashed, baked, fries….the list goes on. We certainly do not discriminate. These oven roasted c… Read More
2022-07-04 09:00
Love looking around other people’s gardens? Do you enjoy going on garden tours? Come on in and take a mini garden tour with me… I love wandering through other people’s gar… Read More
2022-07-01 09:00
Encourage imagination, creation and exploration with this DIY nature journal for children. Not only will crafting it challenge them to get outside and get creative but the contents will be p… Read More
2022-06-29 09:00
Having three little ones that all have my sensitive skin I have learned the ropes in what does or doesn’t work for us, all the while advocating for cleaner ingredient products for my f… Read More
2022-06-27 09:00
Looking for a cool, refreshing drink for hot summer days? Try this Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade recipe! Not only does it taste delicious, but it’s beautiful and good for you, too! Thi… Read More
2022-06-24 09:00
Are you starting to build your apothecary? Do you wonder what the best herbs and spices are to keep on hand? Keep reading to find out what’s in my apothecary! Any good herbalist has an… Read More
2022-06-22 09:00
This sesame chicken stir fry with vegetables dish is absolutely loaded with big flavor! Also- we love a good stir fry because it is a great way to use up some of those veggies in the fridge… Read More
2022-06-20 09:00
Do you have a passion for learning about herbs and herbal remedies? Would you love to help your family, friends and community with your herbal knowledge and skills? Read on to learn how to b… Read More
2022-06-17 09:00
Looking for some unique gardening gifts? Look no further! Here’s 8 ideas that are guaranteed to make your favorite dirt digger smile! As you know, I’ve been spending a lot of tim… Read More
2022-06-16 09:00
Handmade and homemade make for the absolute best kind of gifts- especially when the children are involved. They are the best keepsakes to have over the years of their growth. I’ve comp… Read More
2022-06-15 09:00
Are you looking to step up your BBQ game this summer? Look no further! This post contains 13 of the best grilling recipes for meat including beef, chicken, pork and seafood! I’ve been… Read More
2022-06-14 09:00
Popsicles scream summertime! They are such a perfect treat on a hot summer day- for any age. Store bought popsicles are usually packed with tons of refined sugars and additives. There are so… Read More
2022-06-13 09:00
Looking for something to go with your steak? Look no further – this post contains 21 of the best grilled side dishes from around the web and they all look amazing! As I mentioned, in 1… Read More
2022-06-10 09:00
Are you looking for some sweet grilling recipes? Look no further! This post is all about the desserts and features the 10 Best Grilled Fruit Desserts and More for your summer BBQ! I love sum… Read More
2022-06-09 09:00
This sweet and spicy drenched steak tips recipe is everything you could want in a napkin using, fill your belly up and satisfy that craving kind of meal. It has just enough bite of spice wit… Read More
2022-06-08 09:00
Love Ziti, but want something a little different? Then you have to try this Creamy Baked Ziti Recipe! We really love regular baked Ziti, but, sometimes it gets boring to have the same meal o… Read More
2022-06-07 09:00
There are so many simple ways to boost your child’s savings account! Even if you don’t feel like you have a lot of extra cash on the weekly basis there are many ways to continue… Read More
2022-06-06 14:41
Looking for an easy way to preserve your radish harvest from the garden? Learn how to ferment radishes at home with this step by step tutorial… How to Ferment Radishes Head out to the… Read More
2022-06-03 09:00
Love mint, but hate paying the ridiculous prices for it at the store? Grow your own instead and learn how to dehydrate mint for tons of different uses below… Growing mint of any kind… Read More
2022-06-02 09:00
When we camp, we eat good! Just because you have to pack lighter doesn’t mean you can’t have a foodie experience while camping. Skillet cooking makes it easy to do and easy to cl… Read More
2022-06-01 11:08
Lilac contains natural astringent properties making it perfect to soothe skin problems! As an astringent, lilac is helpful in tightening and toning skin which not only makes your skin look h… Read More
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