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DIY & Practical Self-Reliance
Here you will find tips, ideas, and advice on living a DIY and practical self-reliance lifestyle. Whether you want to grow and preserve your own food, live a healthier life thanks to natural products and ingredients, embrace self-reliance by living off the grid, prepare your family for a power outage or other emergency, or simply want to “do it yourself” at home, then you’ve come to the right place! We want all of those things too, so let’s learn together.
Why Handmade Soap Makes the Perfect Holiday Gift
Explore the joy of handmade soap as a holiday gift! Discover its benefits, creative ideas, and why handmade gifts make the season extra special.
How to Make Gingerbread Soap for the Perfect Handmade Gift
Learn how to make gingerbread soap with a cozy holiday scent. Perfect for handmade gifts, this easy recipe is festive, thoughtful, and fun to create!
How to Make Whimsical Air Dry Clay Mushrooms
Learn how to craft air dry clay mushrooms to decorate wreaths or holiday gifts! Follow this tutorial for materials, step-by-step instructions, and tips.
How to Dry Evergreens Using a Dehydrator
Learn how to dry evergreens like cedar and pine using a dehydrator to preserve their medicinal properties for year-round use in teas, skincare, and herbal preparations.
How to Freeze Green Peppers the Easy Way
Learn how to freeze green peppers easily. Discover the best methods, storage tips, and ways to use frozen green peppers all year round.
Homemade Vanilla Extract: A Simple Heartfelt Gift
Create a rich, homemade vanilla extract with organic ingredients—perfect for holiday gifting. Includes free printable labels for a personal, thoughtful touch!
Decoupage Seashells: An Easy Nature Craft
Create stunning decoupage seashells with our simple DIY guide! Perfect for beginners, these seashell crafts make great trinket dishes or thoughtful handmade gifts.
Canning Apple Pie Filling the Easy Way
Learn the simple process of canning apple pie filling to preserve your apple harvest and enjoy delicious homemade treats like pies and desserts all year round.
How to Make and Freeze Pesto the Easy Way
Learn how to make and freeze pesto with this step-by-step guide. Preserve fresh basil and enjoy homemade pesto all year long.
Freezing Butternut Squash: Tips and Tricks to Lock in Freshness
Learn how to freeze butternut squash with two effective methods to preserve its freshness and texture. Discover step-by-step tips for selecting, preparing, and freezing butternut squash to enjoy year-round.
How to Can Peaches at Home: Simple and Delicious
Learn how to can peaches at home with our easy guide. Adjust syrup for any batch size and enjoy perfectly preserved peaches year-round.
The Easy Way to Make Tomato Paste At Home
Learn how to make tomato paste at home with this easy guide. Discover the benefits, instructions, and tips for storing and using your homemade tomato paste.
Easy Homemade Lavender Soap
Create luxurious lavender soap with this easy guide! Learn to harvest, infuse, and craft calming lavender soap bars perfect for your skin. Enjoy the soothing benefits!
DIY Dried Simmer Pot Jars – A Heartwarming Gift for Any Season
Learn how to make dried simmer pot jars, a charming and inexpensive gift. Follow our easy steps and add personalized instructions for a unique touch!
DIY Oil Reed Diffuser: Natural Home Fragrance
Discover why I ditched candles and harsh chemical cleaners for essential oils and natural living. Learn to make a DIY oil reed diffuser for a clean smelling home.
