With grocery prices skyrocketing and the world feeling a bit more turbulent with each passing day, we’ve found buying food in bulk to be a great strategy to both save us money and give us peace of mind. We’ll share with you our complete guide of what we stock up on and some tips and…
How much do backyard chickens cost? Will they pay for themselves? Can I even make money selling eggs? These are common questions when considering a flock of laying hens. Let’s break down the cost of chickens—both to get started and monthly. Your Cost For Chickens Will Vary Everyone’s costs for raising chickens will be different….
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…
We are always looking for ways to reduce waste and save money on our homestead. Using eggshells for both of these purposes may be one of the best-kept secrets out there. Let’s dive into how to make eggshell powder and how to use it! Eggshells are a great source of calcium and the uses of…
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…
Our family of 5 lives on a bare bones budget. But, we feel like we live richly and make fun memories together every day! We’ll share 25 free things to do with kids to create a meaningful and memorable experience for the whole family. Budgeting for FUN Our budget categories have evolved over the years,…
The kitchen is the heartbeat of your home. So don’t settle for anything other than making it your dream space! These 5 big picture DIY ideas will bring your dream kitchen remodel on a budget within reach. Our Kitchen Remodel on a Budget Story We spend A LOT of time in the kitchen. Hence, From…
We get it – you want to live a simple, low cost, and resourceful life as a homesteader or frugal minded person. Or, you simply don’t make much. This homestead budget guide will give you the practical examples and tools you need for living off one small income. Why Keep a Budget? Often when I’ve…
Many homesteaders try to live a more resourceful and simple life. However, keeping monthly expenses from creeping up can still be a significant challenge. Our homesteading family of six has lived off one small income for over a decade and here we share our 14 frugal homestead ideas to thrive on any budget. Fun frugal…
As an aspiring homesteader do these words resonate with you: frugal, resourceful, unconventional? If so, we get you! Those things defined our homestead search and we ended up with not only the perfect homestead, but our dream lifestyle! Here’s our story and tips for buying a homestead on a budget. A values-based approach to searching…