Seasonal & Holiday Content for Homesteaders: Prep, Projects & Festive Fun Year-Round

I love coming up with creative table decorations for Thanksgiving.  

If you're looking for eco-friendly Thanksgiving ideas, look no further! These ten tips are a great way to get started with your eco-friendly Thanksgiving celebration! There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have an affiliate relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. …

Homemade Egg Nog is really easy to make, tastes great and best of all you don't have to fight the holiday crowds or be disappointed when the store you go to is sold out. If you love the rich, creamy taste of classic egg nog, but don’t like the idea of using raw eggs - …

If you're looking for some awesome decorating ideas for an eco-friendly Thanksgiving that doesn't break the budget, look no further! There are links below to products I recommend from companies I have an affiliate relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Being Thankful Thanksgiving is a …

This DIY fall flower arrangement is sure to wow your guests when they find out you made it yourself! Fall silk flower arrangements are such fun to make because of the rich fall colors of both foliage and leaves that don't occur any other time of the year. Fall flowers are the perfect way to welcome …

There are so many goat milk soap recipes out there and so many ways you can use goat milk soap.   Some of the more popular ways to use goat milk soap is as a liquid soap, a bar soap, or a dish detergent or a laundry detergent. Just click on the link to go straight …

Making your own goat milk laundry soap is really very simple and it only requires three ingredients - goat milk soap, borax and washing soda!

Here is a basic goat milk soap recipe. This is my favorite go-to from scratch goat milk soap recipe.

Disclaimer: I did receive the VivaRoses Firecracker Bouquet for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. There are many ideas for Independence Day Celebrations. The traditional route includes having a picnic or cooking out in the afternoon. Once the sun sets watching a fireworks display or even putting on your own …

Every year right before Easter pet stores, farm stores and other places that sell live animals stock their shelves with cute small animals. People buy them because they are "so cute and small." Yes, chicks, baby ducks and other small poultry are cute. So are baby rabbits, goats and lambs. They give these "pets" to their …

When it comes to healthy Valentine snacks, almonds are a natural choice becuase they contain a number of key nutrients our bodies need.   In fact, almonds are a healthy snack anytime, not just on Valentine's Day. To make them extra special for your loved one however be sure to check out the recipes below. There …

The holidays are here - and if you are looking for gifts for friends or family in the USA or the UK, be sure to check out these best selling holiday gift baskets from GiftBasketsOverseas. The links go to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if …

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. I was not paid anything to post this recipe nor to promote their links. I did receive a bottle of Nielsen-Massey Pure Orange Extract and Pure Chocolate Extract to try. This is a recipe I thought my readers would enjoy because I enjoyed it. All photos are property of …

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. I was not paid anything to post this recipe nor to promote their links. I did not receive any product for review. This is simply a recipe I thought my readers would enjoy. All photos are property of Explore Cuisine and I was given permission to use them. …

Disclaimer: I received one or more items mentioned in this video for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after …

Look around department stores, drug stores or even grocery stores and you are bound to see expensive, pre-made Easter baskets filled with toys and candy. Some children beg their parents for the most expensive ones because they have the coolest toys and the most candy. However, if you are looking for frugal fun Easter basket …

These Christmas Party Drink Ideas work as both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. The non-alcoholic versions of these drinks are ideal for kids or simply for those who prefer not to drink, yet want a festive drink.       If you like this post, please pin it to your pinboard on Pinterest. SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave …

Ok, I admit it, it isn't Easter in July, but hey, sometimes you get a craving to eat something out of season - and today was my day to make these Easter Basket Cupcakes

Have you ever wondered how to make polymer clay Christmas ornaments?   I started wondering the same thing and so the experiment began. Along with the background story and tutorial below there are also links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make …

This white mint cake recipe is ideal for serving during the holidays. The candy canes, edible pearl dust and edible glitter stars add just the right amount of decoration to make it festive without being overpowering. Best of all, because I used a box cake and pre-made icing it was quick and easy to make. …

Disclaimer: I received the items mentioned in this gift guide for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. There are also links to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after …

Disclaimer: I received the items mentioned in this gift guide for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. The holiday season is always chaotic for most of us. That is why it is nice to give a gift of relaxation and beauty to your …

Disclaimer: I received the Wolf Eyes Cosmetic Contact Lenses from Spooky Eyes complimentary in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

I make a lot of homemade soap. Goat milk soap from scratch using goat milk from my own goats is my favorite but sometimes even I use melt and pour soap bases. The decision on what type of soap base to use depends on what properties I want that soap to have, what I bases I …

Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to talk about the JustNile Wooden Soap Dish Holder Tray that she received for review. This set of soap dishes is just what I needed. I have tried …

Disclaimer: This post has been sponsored by Groupon and I have been compensated for posting it. However, my opinions are based on my individual and unique experience. All opinions are 100% mine. I would never recommend a product or service to my readers that I did not like myself. The holidays are here which means lots …

  I wanted to make fortune cookies for Valentine's Day and I came across this site that said you could make them using pre-made refrigerated pie crust. That sounded easy and I had some leftover pie crust left in the refrigerator that I was wondering what to do with, so I thought I would give …

Easter is just around the corner and many families are looking for great recipes - or a way to add a new twist to old favorites. This painted bunny bread  is a perfect way to add new life to your favorite bread or dinner roll recipe not to mention these cute bunnies add another element of …

Disclaimer: This review and giveaway was made possible by Red Gold. I was compensated for my participation in this program, but all opinions are 100% my own. Finding great new ways to mix up old favorites is something I love to do. I was approached by Red Gold and offered a chance to participate in …

Deviled eggs was a staple recipe at my parents house on holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter - unfortunately I was born with an egg allergy so I never ate them. They were really pretty the way my mom made them - sometimes plain, sometimes sprinkled with paprika or parsley. I know they are a favorite …