Roses are so good for you and they add a delicate, floral flavor to a variety of dishes. The elegance of rose petals strewn on the plate - or the table - adds a touch of romance - and what better way to carry the theme than to serve a meal that smells and tastes …
First, let me say, this chicken was spicy - not in a hot way, but it did have a taste of its own. The gravy was wonderful. In fact, I am likely to use the gravy recipe every time I make homemade chicken gravy - it was just that good. I began by purchasing two …
I like peacocks, a like vivid colors and I like Damask designs. This handmade peacock damask greeting card and envelope has it all in my opinion. The peacock scrapbook paper I used to design this card and envelope with is stiffer than most scrapbook paper making it ideal for this particular use. I used the …
Summer is here and this is a great time of year to re-decorate or even re-model your home. Choosing to go with products that are eco-friendly really does make sense. Do you have reservations about redecorating your home in an eco-friendly way? Maybe you think it only involves earth-colored paint and dim lighting. Or maybe …
Disclaimer: I received the Wolf Eyes Cosmetic Contact Lenses from Spooky Eyes complimentary in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
Banana bread made with applesauce is a delicious and simple dish. It is also very easy to make and for those of you who can food, use that applesauce you canned. This recipe will show you how to make banana bread using both bananas and applesauce. Applesauce is a great addition to baked goods especially …
Spicebush, botanically known as Lindera benzoin, is a deciduous shrub that is native to many parts of the United States and is a wonderful spice to add to ice cream recipes. It is often grown in home gardens for the aromatic yellow-green flowers that bloom in early spring or the berries that are attractive to …
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Wellness and the Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Wellness, but Experimental Homesteader only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Wellness is not responsible for the content of this article. June is #AdoptaCatMonth, so it only seems fitting to talk …
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Revitamal and the Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Revitamal, but Experimental Homesteader only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Revitamal and AdaptoGenerations Inc are not responsible for the content of this article. Fourteen years ago this October I saw …
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. All opinions contained in this post are my own and are my honest thoughts based on my own experience with this product. Precious Angel is a 13 year-old lab mix. For the past year he has had a few issues going …
Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I received the item for free. All opinions are my own. If you're a pet owner you know accidents happen - and those accidents can leave a very unpleasant smell in your home if they don't get cleaned up. If you're gone a lot, finding …
Disclaimer: Some of the items mentioned in this post I received for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest opinion. All opinions are my own. It was a nice day today and I went out into the garden to check the soil. It is drying up, but still wet enough I …
Today has been an emotional rollercoaster for sure. I woke up this morning feeling ok, but really hungry. Doing without a refrigerator has been hard, but I knew my freeze dried food was scheduled to arrive this morning without incident, so I was looking forward to that. While I waited on UPS, I cleaned out …
As some of you know, in late 2013 my life was turned upside down by the very unexpected death of my then husband. It's felt like I've been on an emotional roller coaster since, the kind that keeps you upside down until that point you are about to collapse, then spins you right side up …
Have you ever wondered how essential oil steam distillation works? Steam distillation has been around for hundreds of years and is an essential oil production process. For a lot of reasons, this is one of the most favorable method of getting essential oils out of plants. The steam distillation process is one of two essential …
Disclaimer: I did receive this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Essential oils can be applied directly to your skin, and in some cases ingested. You can also benefit by smelling them, diffusing them into the air. When applying them topically, you have to be sure to …
I decided to make an embroidered Kitty soft toy using a pattern I found on Needlework.ru. She fits nicely into shirt pockets too so your child (or adult husband - lol) can easily take her with them even when he is buying Poise Thin-Shape Pads! Honest, this was for a #sponsored post then I thought …
Disclaimer: I did receive the burlap fabric for this project from BurlapFabric.com in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Give your old worn out dining room chairs a new look with these DIY burlap chair cushions!
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 …
I was able - by pure luck - to get some good photos and videos of the birthing process. View these with caution - I am posting exactly what I saw - the process as it happened and as I was able to record it. It may be best not to let young eyes …
Disclaimer: I was offered a free viewing of this movie, but I declined. I did choose to share the information about it in case others were interested. No compensation was given. Opening in theaters Friday, February 20, 2015 is “McFarland, USA”. This Walt Disney movie is based on the 1987 true story. “McFarland, USA” follows …
Here are 21 Health Tips that apply to the whole family. How many of these were you already aware of? Now is the time to get healthy! Today is the day, there is no need to put it off until tomorrow. The sooner you start, the sooner healthy habits become the norm. Your mind and …
Many of us want to find ways to be healthier than we are. Sometimes that means making changes in our diet, in our homes or in our lifestyles. Here are 20 more health tips to help encourage you to make those changes – one at a time. Remember today is the day to start making …
Disclaimer: I received this product at a discounted rate for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are 100% my own. Cufflinks add the finishing touch to a man’s dress shirt. They add that final flare to your outfit and complete your fashion statement. The key to properly wearing cufflinks is to choose ones that …
Disclaimer: I was offered a free viewing of this movie, but I declined. I did choose to share the information about it in case others were interested. No compensation was given. My granddaughter Trinity loves Frozen. She knows every word to every song in the movie. She has had Frozen themed birthday parties two years …
Everyone knows this past summer saw some of the worst drought conditions imaginable here in Indiana. The reservoir was so low that lost cities buried under water for years were visible. In fact, you could walk along the old roads and pick up some of the artifacts that remained in the rubble - although you …
With the introduction of genetically modified foods (GMO) there is a lot of concern about what goes into pet and livestock feed. Certified organic foods do not contain GMO’s, however it is important to understand that just because a product says it is organic that does mean it is 100 percent organic.
Everybody knows fresh chicken eggs must be washed. The debate remains on whether to wash them as soon as you collect them or whether you should wait until you use them. The other - newest debate - is whether to use soap and water or the new egg wipes from MannaPro.
Disclaimer: I did receive this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Precious Angel is a 13 year-old, 55 pound lab mix so of course he gobbled the trial size bag down. Prior to giving him this bag of food he had been on the same food since …
Disclaimer: I received this product for free for testing purposes. I am sharing my own, honest opinions in this post. I'm always excited to try holistic pet foods - especially for Precious Angel my 13-year-old lab mix. I got him when he was just two weeks old. They said he was eight weeks old and …
Everybody has a different method of dealing with their livestock during the winter. Today, here in Indiana the temperature is minus 13 F. That doesn't include the wind chill. Extreme temperature livestock care is essential - just as much as bringing in your dogs and cats. People often think that these animals survive in the …
Disclaimer: I received a Perfect Memorials Necklace product complimentary in exchange for my honest review and blog post. All opinions are 100% my own. Many of you remember hearing about Precious Angel my lab mix dog for a number of years. Sadly he passed away from old age last year. It was a rough day …
Out of all the chickens I've owned, the Polish are my favorite. I love the way the feathers on the tops of their heads looks. They remind me of fancy Victorian hats. The Polish Crested chickens I have owned - both hens and roosters - are not as aggressive as some of the other breeds …
Disclaimer: I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are 100% my own. Christmas morning I received a text message asking me if I would like some rabbits, chickens and turkeys. A friend was getting rid of their livestock and thought of me. It had been years since I had …
Acupuncture has been shown to be an effective treatment for all kinds of human conditions - in fact, the World Health Organization lists almost thirty disorders that have been proven to respond to acupuncture. But acupuncture for animals? Can an animal's body respond to needle insertion the way human bodies can? According to the the …
Disclaimer: I received the #hamiltonpet horse brush for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Pet grooming is a common practice in our society, while some choose to have their pets professionally groomed, #hamiltonpet makes a variety of grooming supplies for those who want …
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. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com and Jeffrey Rhoades are joined by Charlie for the unboxing and product taste testing of the Hippes Treat with Flea …
I remember bringing home our first goat Darla. She had just kidded however the babies were going to a different home. When we made the decision we just wanted a goat in milk - and had a lot to learn - so we felt taking a pregnant goat might spell disaster. In hindsight - which …
Disclaimer: I did receive this item at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades who talks about the Wise Paws Premium Dog Doorbell Kit that she received for review. This is a really cool idea for an …
