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Top 10 Favorite Resources from the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle 2020

BySamantha

These are my top 10 favorite resources from the bundle but there are so many amazing products it was really hard to narrow it down to just the 10 best. Quick Start Guide to Water Bath Canning (ebook) Learn to water bath can jam, jelly, pie filling, salsa, pickles, and more! Garden Harvest Recipes: A…

May 2020 Homestead Garden
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In the Homestead Garden ~ May 2020

BySamantha

Another year of gardening has begun! Well, I guess it has been going for a while, this is just the first chance I’ve had to write about it and share a garden photo tour. What a crazy year this has been so far! Let me start by first saying that I feel so very lucky…

There are many parts of living holistically and many benefits as well.
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What it Means to Live Holistically

BySamantha

What it Means to Live Holistically When we talk about living more holistically, it means to live more naturally. You are connecting your mind, body, and spirit, reducing waste, encouraging natural remedies, and improving your overall wellness. There are so many different ways to incorporate holistic living into your life, but here are some things…

Kids in the garden learn so much. Whether you are currently teaching your kids at home temporarily or permanently, there are always lessons to be learned in the garden for both kids and adults alike!
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Lessons Kids Can Learn from Gardening

BySamantha

Kids can learn so much when they garden. Not just about the process of gardening either, but about life cycles, water conservation, tending to chores, following directions, and so much more. Gardening is such a well-rounded teaching tool not only for science, but also in life lessons. You will be surprised at just how much…

Companion planting is great to practice in your garden. Even plants and herbs need a friend sometimes!
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Start Using Companion Planting in Your Home Vegetable Garden

BySamantha

This article is a guest post. If you are looking to maximize the available room you have in your yard or on your property, while at the same time promoting healthier plants through better soil and other means,companion planting is the way to go. Companion planting is a great way to combine various plants in…

These are some awesome tried and true tips for gardening success year after year
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3 Must-Know Vegetable Gardening Tips

BySamantha

Few things in life compare to the simple pleasure of biting into a freshly picked tomato while it is still warm from the summer sun. When you grow your own vegetable garden, you can experience this little piece of heaven all season long. However, growing an abundant supply of fresh vegetables year after year takes…

inspirational garden photos and videos
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Homestead, Kitchen or Potager Garden Inspiration ~ My Favorites!

BySamantha

During the dead of winter and even early spring I need some garden inspiration and I think you do too! We have been talking quite a bit about Potager (kitchen) Gardens like what the differences are between a Potager (kitchen) garden and a regular garden and we also shared 4 tips on planning a productive…

A new year means new plans for home, homestead, travel
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Plans for 2020

BySamantha

Well January is here and there are plans to be made. Plans for the garden, plans for the homestead, plans for this website, plans for my family… I love January and its clean slate of new plans, don’t you? But first, a little look back on the past. If you follow me on Instagram, you…

Many things make up a good compost pile
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7 Factors Needed for a Good Compost Pile

BySamantha

Compost is made from a mix of decomposed grass clippings, kitchen and garden waste, leaves, twigs, and branches, which becomes a dark, crumbly mixture of organic matter. In this post you will learn how composting works. Even a newbie to composting can make good quality compost. It can be compared to cooking as art or…

Best Ways to Keep kids safe while getting rid of pests in the garden
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10 Kid-Safe Ways to Remove Garden Pests

BySamantha

There are so many great things when it comes to gardening with kids. You can teach them science lessons and also many life lessons. But while gardening with the kids you want to take measures to also make sure they are safe. And removing pests from the garden can lead to some less than safe…