Monthly Homesteading & Prepping Themes: Seasonal Self-Sufficiency & Preparedness

Have you ever wondered how to make yeast for bread? Did you know it is possible to make your own yeast cakes at home. These yeast cakes can be used in place of store bought yeast.

This quick and easy apple pie filling dessert recipe is perfect for lazy fall days or even an after school snack. This easy apple pie recipe is made with crescent rolls, making it light, flaky and scrumptious. Crescent rolls are the perfect pie crust for this easy apple dessert recipe. Plus instead of real apples …

The Harvest Right Freeze Dryer makes it possible to make freeze dried sweet corn at home. Now this is really cool because it sure beats canning the corn not to mention the corn looks nicer and tastes better than dehydrated corn. When you freeze dry sweet corn you are not taking up room in your freezer so …

Freezing goat milk is great way to preserve your excess goat milk so you have it available to drink or use when your goats are not in milk. As most goat owners know, goats only produce milk a few months out of the year. If you are really lucky, and have a goat that is …

Many countries are already on a nationwide lockdown with only essential services in operation, however for workers considered to be essential, self-isolation is not an option. While all the authorities are recommending self-isolation as a precautionary measure to halt the spread of COVID-19, we know that is not always realistic. While one can't deny the …

If you've never thought about civil unrest survival planning, now is the time! Civil unrest is more common than ever, so if you are under the assumption that civil unrest is something that doesn't happen very often, then you're simply not paying attention to what is going on in the world. Civil unrest is very …

This fabric face mask tutorial does require some sewing skills and a sewing machine is recommeded. However, if you do not have a sewing machine, but know how to hand sew, you certainly could make this face mask. Remember, face masks have a variety of uses and are not just limited to pandemic mandates. Plus …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

There is a way to start to sensibly live the off-grid survivalist lifestyle even if you have lived your entire life in the city or suburbs, however it is important that you understand that living off-grid is a major lifestyle change. Starting out with this kind of lifestyle does not need to be an exhaustive …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. If you are wondering how to stay warm when your power goes out in the winter, you are not alone. During a winter power outage, you need the right equipment in order to stay warm inside your …

Disclaimer: We did receive the Apocabox Welcome Box for free in exchange for our honest review. All opinions are our own. We have a strong will to survive, but that will can easily get beaten down when faced with overwhelming situations which is why honing your survival skills now is so important. A situation is …

There is some highly useful survival disaster gear that you should carry with you if you plan on bugging out in the wild. In the event of a disaster, it is better to be prepared and have a survival kit packed and ready for what you might need. A survival disaster gear is a package …

There's a lot of talk today about the safety of canning at home - something I am sure our ancestors did not fret over. Why? Because the art of canning food was handed down from generation to generation making it possible for one to understand the art of canning on a much higher level than …

I prefer to can apples even though it is more work in the beginning, so having a few favorite apple canning recipes is important. I have canned them with and without peels. Most people peel theirs before canning, but it is really up to you what you do. If you don’t mind the peels, don’t …

There are some things you want in a natural disaster survival kit for necessity and some you want for comfort. Some of these things work well in bug out bags and others do not because of their size or weight. When you plan your 72 hour natural disaster survival kit, I encourage you to make …

There are several weapons you should include in your homesteading self sufficiency survival kit, not only for your safety, but for the safety of those who live or visit your homestead. These are also good weapons to put in your emergency evacuation bag. It is important to make sure everyone in your household knows where …

Disclaimer: I did receive my Instant Pot at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. Later when it quit working, I did purchase an Instant Pot on sale. 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 …