Becoming self-sufficient is not only a good idea in today’s world with all of the economic challenges, but it’s all the rage as well! Self-sufficiency makes you less dependent upon the grid and the food system, while you provide for many of your own needs. Whether a natural disaster hits or you lose…
financial resilience & self-sufficiency
12 Frugal Strategies for a Debt-Free Life
You might not be able to wrap your head around what life would feel like if you were debt-free, living a self-sustaining life. I know, there was a time that I couldn’t either. That’s why I can’t wait to share “12 Easy Steps to a Debt-Free Life”. Getting to be debt-free was a long…
17 Ways to Save Money Around the House
Hello, my name is Kelly and I’m a “do-it-yourself-er”. There, I said it, and I’m proud of it. Want to learn how to save big money by doing things yourself? Read on for “17 Ways to Save Money Around the House”! When I was growing up, my dad did everything himself. No matter what it…
How to Take Advantage of Grocery Store Loss Leaders
The pursuit of fresh, healthy food for my family is one of my highest priorities! While my goal is to grow and produce most of that food myself, there are times when supplementing from your local grocery can be a big help when stocking your pantry! Today, I want to discuss with you “How to…
Ideas to Persuade Your Spouse to Homestead
“You spent HOW MUCH at the feed store?!!! The electric bill is due and we’re behind on other bills!” Ever have this conversation with your partner? That is if you choose to call it a “conversation”….it’s more of a confrontation. I’ve got some “Ideas to Persuade Your Spouse to Homestead”! I have a lot to…
How to Thrive like the Amish During Bad Economic Times
I love the Amish. Why do I love the Amish? Because everything about them screams of sustainability and self-preservation! There is much to learn from these amazing folks, so here’s “How to Thrive like the Amish During Bad Economic Times”! Holmes County I discovered the Amish about 25 years ago, when we were trying to…
How to Stock a Prepper Food Pantry for Beginners
There are few things that define the sustainable person better than having a well-stocked prepper pantry! Let me show you “How to Stock a Prepper Food Pantry” on the cheap! It’s just a fact, stocking and maintaining a prepper pantry is one of the best investments you can make. It’s best and most self-sufficient to…
Why You Don’t Want a Tax Refund
What??!! Why wouldn’t you want a tax refund?? You don’t…believe me. Did you receive a tax refund this year? And what does that have to do with sustainability and homesteading? Everything! Especially if you can’t find the money to make your dreams come true! Many people get a tax refund and then use that money…
How to Save Money on Sewing & Craft Supplies
The US creativity market is a 44 billion dollar industry, if you can believe it! If you love to craft, you can easily find yourself spending more than you ever intended for a project! But it doesn’t have to be that way, let’s take a look at “How to Save Money on Fabric & Craft…
How to Save Big Money on Your Utility Bills
It’s getting to be that time of year when we start thinking about….cold! Actually, any time of year, we should be aware of our utility consumption. I’ve got some tips and tricks that have worked for me in my home with “How to Save Big Money on Your Utility Bills”! Get to Know Your Meter…
18 Things I Refuse to Buy Anymore
After you’ve on this sustainability kick for a while, you’ll find that there are things that just don’t fit into your life anymore. My tolerance for purchasing items that cost too much for the little purpose they serve is pretty low. So, here’s my current list of “18 Things I Refuse to Buy Anymore”, although…
How to Make it Do
In the last couple of weeks, we’ve covered a lot of information that will surely make us more sustainable in our homes and our lives! This will be our third week of the “28 Day Journey to a Gently Sustainable Home” and now we’ll be covering how to “Make it Do“! Learning to “Make…
