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Dehydrating may not be the first thing you think of when you want to preserve cucumbers. But it is an excellent option, especially since they take up so little space once they are dehydrated. Keep reading to learn how to …
The Living from Scratch Giveaway is a group of bloggers within the homemaking, homesteading, simple life, and self-sufficiency communities who have come together to provide you with information to help you learn new skills to become more self-sufficient.
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Lotion bars are an easy do-it-yourself gift that will work for almost anyone on your Christmas list. Today, I’m going to show you how quick and easy they are to make.
Lotion bars are probably one of the easiest Christmas …
Whether you raise a few hens in your backyard or a whole flock on your homestead, many times you want to include chickens that lay various colored eggs.
Not only do the eggs look beautiful, but it is fun to …
Preview: There are several things chicken keepers can do to help their molting chickens when they start to lose feathers in the fall.
It’s that time of year when the feathers seem to fly. Literally. One day, you step into …
Preview: Got excess garden produce? This post shares some of the best recipes for preserving the harvest.
With garden produce rolling in, you may be wondering what to do with all those extra vegetables. Whether you prefer to can, freeze, or …
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Hey there! I’m Julie B. I want to help you learn to be a bit more self-sufficient, no matter where you live. From growing your own food to DIY projects for yourself or others, I’m here to help you learn a few new skills. I’ll show you how to raise chickens in your backyard or grow a small container garden. Even if you live in the city, you can grow a few herbs or make your own lip balm. Let’s cultivate a good life…wherever we live.