You can go through just about any kitchen in the world and find a box of baking soda. It’s one of the most widely used ingredients for cooking, cleaning, and even various beauty regimens. While the standard teaspoon required for baking is why most people have it, there are plenty of other uses for … Read more
I remember seeing a news report on T.V. several years ago featuring people who are addicted to “coupons” shopping. I was fascinated by some of the techniques these people had developed to get products for practically nothing. As I was watching though, and later when I was looking at the coupon mailers we regularly get, … Read more
Mice can be the bane of the homestead pantry, and feed shed, and garden, and…well, you get the idea. One thing that is important to understand is you will never have only one. You may see only one, but there where there is one there is the potential for dozens more. With a very … Read more
Baby chicks. Fuzzy and cute, warm and cuddly, they are adorable beyond words. Sometimes called the “gateway drug” to adding animals to a homestead, the chickens these chicks grow into can add any number of benefits to your property, from pest control to fresh eggs to a Sunday Roast. If you are contemplating joining … Read more
House cleaning can be a drag, but house cleaning while wearing a gas mask is just wrong. So, why does it seem like so many of the available cleaners on the market today practically require a full haz-mat suite? If you are tired of dreading housework because of the inevitable headaches and respiratory problems … Read more
As people work to become more health conscious, we are taking a closer look at the foods we eat regularly. And, while some have chosen to avoid animal products altogether, others have instead made an effort to find healthier versions of the product they already know and love. Take beef, for example. Most of us … Read more
Since the dawn of cable TV, the number of electrical type cording we have around the house has expanded almost exponentially. What started with coaxial and extension cords now include shorted out or plain outdated AV connectors, HDMI wiring, and USB cords in about every shape, size, and color. If you are anything like … Read more
Long term food storage is a good idea in many, many circumstances. There are several basic food types that you should consider stocking up on that will last for years if needed. Beans Dried beans of every variety are super cheap and even easier to store. Store them in a dark, dry and … Read more