This calendula goat milk soap recipe using melt and pour base is so easy to make. Besides all the benefits you get when you use goat milk soap, you also get the added benefits of both Calendula oil and Calendula flowers. Instead of using dye to color the soap, simply add a pop of color to this …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. A homestead essential for many is a manual oil press. It makes it possible to press your own oil from items you can easily grow, such as peanuts or sunflowers. While we love the one we own, …
Nothing tastes quite a good to me as warm chocolate peanut butter homemade brownies. I especially love the slightly crunchy top and the gooey inside, but once they cool they are more cake like. These brownies are like comfort food at its finest for me, espeically when they are slightly warm.
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A delicious treat that can be healthy depending on how it is made, is handmade chocolate covered strawberries. For a healthy version, choose dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate or white chocolate. While you can buy them already made, making them at home is really easy and you get more for your money.
If you are practicing the strategy of survival prepping, it's important that you understand this is not a one person tactic and teach your family about living the survival prepper lifestyle. If you have a spouse and children, this is something you need the entire family in on. Not only does it help you achieve …
An easy way to add an elegant touch to any meal is to dress up butter. A plain glass dish will work fine for this. If you have a fancy butter dish, that will work too.
If you are looking for a delicious ribeye steak meal, made in a cast iron skillet, give this one with green sauce a try! The green sauce used in this recipe is similar to the popular Argentinian chimichurri sauce. Place some green sauce in a 4 ounce canning jar or another small dish and serve …
In a SHTF situation there is no doubt that anyone known to stockpile food and other supplies is going to be a target. People are beginning to wake up and realize the importance of being prepared for a disastrous survival situation, but many feel they don't have the resources to prepare. The pandemic opened the …
Sometimes making a full size Jiffy Baking Mix Chicken Pot Pie works perfectly and other times, not so well, especially if you are serving young children or making pot pies for a large gathering. This is when mini pot pies are the perfect solution. I've done this recipe both ways - and both ways work perfectly, …
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Learn how to make French Toast with fresh mixed berries. French toast is a great way to use up older bread that is stale. Once the stale bread soaks up the the liquid mixture, and you cook it, you will end up with French Toast that is crispy on the outside just like it should …
Making homemade crackers is an enjoyable task for the entire family. Nothing beats fresh baked crackers and best of all, you know what is in them. You can make artisan crackers or a plain saltine cracker. The basic recipe presented here will be for a plain saltine cracker. Experiment with this recipe by adding a variety of …
The Perfect Portions Diet Results are real - and I know because I gave it a try. I never thought I would go on a diet. I never planned to go on a diet. Yes, I knew I was slightly overweight but still - I was ok with that. Then I saw a specialist who …
Learn how to make an easy chicken tomato pasta that takes about an hour from start to finish. This chicken tomato pasta recipe is great for those who are lactose intolerance or who want to limit their dairy intake for any reason. Choose fresh herbs from your garden or your local farmers market whenever possible. …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. The DIY Star Shaped Silicone Mold that I received for review has multiple uses, both in the kitchen and in the craft room. They are perfect for molding your favorite recipes into star shapes or creating star shapes …
The procedure for making this easy coconut milk soap recipe is pretty much the same as it for making any cold process soap, the difference is in the ingredients. Coconut milk soap is the easiest to make and the creamiest of all the various milk soaps. Plus sometimes coconut milk is easier to come by …
A cripsy crust seasoned with herbs give way to a juicy and tender sirloin tip roast that will leave your mouth watering for more! This is the most lip-smacking, succulent piece of beef you'll ever try. You simply can't go wrong with this recipe.
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive three hams from Frick's Quality Meats in order to compete in the Frick's Blogger Recipe Challenge. All opinions are my own. Cooking this precooked ham in a Dutch Oven on the grill really made the Frick's Super Trim Bone-In Ham With Natural Juices super easy to prepare and gave …
You're going to love making this light and easy cucumber sandwiches recipe! Summer is here and cucumbers are certainly abundant – either in your garden or the garden of someone you know. It's a super simple way to make a flavorful and delicious light lunch for all. Even if you don't know someone who gardens, …
Valentine's Day is a great time to introduce your loved ones to healthy party snacks that they just might ask for year-round - and let's face it, there is no better way to say I Love You than to encourage healthy eating.
If you're thinking of buying a property for survival homesteading, there are some things you need to take into account. The popularity of survival prepping measures has soared in recent years and it seems everyone is starting to show interest in stocking up or getting away from it all. What was once a fringe movement …
Are you looking for a unique DIY gift to give your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Well, you have come to the right place! Because today, I will be teaching you how to make a cute DIY tabletop photo holder that is a perfect valentine crafts ideas for all ages.
Valentine's Day offers a great opportunity to celebrate not only each other, but your holistic connection. The term "holistic" refers to the integrated interaction between the functioning parts of a whole. Valentine's Day is a wonderful time to embrace this concept - heart, mind, and body. Here are some holistic Valentine's Day ideas - …
This Valentine's Day, why not have a green valentines day party? No, I do not mean decorate with green hearts, plates and other items. Valentine's Day can be such a wasteful holiday, with all the mass-produced paper cards, cheap teddy bears, unhealthy chocolates, cut flowers and trinkets that many people end up throwing away. Counteract …
We've got a whole bunch of handmade gift ideas for you to get your creative juices flowing and come up with the perfect present. Handmade gifts are thoughtful, unique and don't require a lot of money or storage space. This list has been put together as an inspiration for those who need some ideas for …
This paper wreath valentine handmade gift idea is perfect for all ages - to make and to receive! Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world every year on the 14th of February. It's easy to make a simple paper wreath craft like this valentine valentine wreath handmade gift idea. The only requirements are that you …
Cooking venison bacon in a cast iron skillet is really easier than cooking regular bacon. Venison bacon is not only healthier than regular pork, but it's also better for you because of its leaner meat and lower cholesterol content. Unlike the greasy bacon you might be used to, this venison tastes much more robust with …
One of the most romantic, memorable things you can do for your partner on Valentine's Day is show them how much care. You can create memorable moments with the simplest of actions, like telling them about all their favorite things. The best part is that it doesn't have to break any budgets! Below are my …
Disclaimer: I received one Daich Coatings SpreadStone Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit in Volcanic Black for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Yes, you can update your homestead kitchen countertops on a budget if you use the Daich Coatings SpreadStone Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit. The process is easy, …
This Instant Pot meal is perfect for those nights when you want a hearty home cooked meal, but don't have a lot of time - or worse forgot to thaw any meat! You can save even more time by using pre-cut baby carrots, frozen or home canned carrots and not peeling the potatoes or using …
It is essential that everyone knows how to plan for survival emergency preparedness situations in this day and age. While it is true that every generation has to endure hardships that are unexpected and dangerous, these past few years have been full of these situations. Every time something happens, there are those who are prepared …
This non-alcoholic cranberry holiday beverage is so easy to make and festive looking. It's ideal to give to the young and old alike, since it contains no alcohol. Simply choose a festive looking glass, rim it in colored sugar or rimming sugar, add ice , cranberries and soda. That's all there is to it. Add …
Welcome to the Experimental Homesteader Holiday Gift Guide. Please check back often as I will continue to add to this list on a daily basis right up until December 24. I wish you and yours the best and brightest holiday season ever!
If you are looking for creative handmade gifts, then you won't want to miss the great craft ideas in this handmade holiday decorations roundup from bloggers around the globe!
Using natural holiday decorations is a simple way to create easy garden-inspired crafts. Incorporating horticultural items into your indoor holiday decorations is quite easy and adds a touch of the summer garden to your holiday theme. Handmade wreaths, ornaments, swags, and even homemade potpourri made with ingredients from your own garden add a one-of-a-kind …
Do you plan to start canning and preserving food, but know that sterilizing canning jars properly is an important part of the process? Maybe you have had a problem in the past with your jars not sealing properly or having some jars leak during the canning process? Or worse, maybe you thought you had properly canned …
Are you ready to learn how to start preserving citrus fruits? If you're a fan of homemade jams and jellies, or you have a garden filled with citrus fruit trees, then chances are that at some point in the year you'll have more citrus fruits than you know what to do with. Luckily there are …
This vanilla soap recipe smells divine plus it moisturizes, softens and soothes the skin. This soap is ideal for people who have dry sensitive skin. The base recipe below uses goat melt and pour soap making it ideal for people who want to make their own soap, but do not want to work with lye. …
Disclaimer: I did receive my Instant Pot at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. I also include links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. I love flavored water …
