This years gift giving was a little different. I do make a lot of the gifts we give. I love homemade and I love the thought and effort put behind the gift. When you take the time to give something to someone that would be beneficial to that person or is something that person has … [Read more...] about Making Christmas: How to make your own herbal lip balm
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How to make your own laundry soap
I know everyone pretty much has done this by now, but just in case you are late to the party, here's a little how-to. It's as easy as can be and once you buy some of the ingredients, you have massive amounts of detergent you can use. Laundry for days... and days... and … [Read more...] about How to make your own laundry soap
Homestead Lentil Stew
Once a week, I have one of my kids 'shop' from the freezer and bring me several packs of meat. This week, my eldest brought in a pack of chicken thighs, a small pork roast, a package of bacon (of course... this child is a bacon fiend!) and a small pack of tenderloin chops. From … [Read more...] about Homestead Lentil Stew
New Year, New ‘Do’
My Carlie had hair down to the middle of her back. She had mentioned wanting to get a haircut soon. Around here, we try to do as much as we can 'at home' to save a little money. Plus being able to give a haircut is a useful skill! I always cut my husbands hair (haha, nothing hard … [Read more...] about New Year, New ‘Do’
Instagrammin…
Just a little video that shows some of the highlights of 2013 through my instagram. Are you on instagram? My username is homesteadmoma... drop by and say hi!Have a great day! … [Read more...] about Instagrammin…
