Self-sufficiency

Learn to be self-sufficient with beginner-friendly eBooks and printables. Grow food, prep for emergencies, and gain real homesteading skills.

Discover how to grow your own laundry detergent with a soapberry tree and enjoy a lifetime supply of natural, chemical-free cleaning power. Learn which varieties thrive in your climate, how to grow and harvest them, and the many ways soap nuts can replace store-bought detergents in your home—saving money while living more sustainably.

Discover the secrets to building a reliable pantry and mastering food preservation techniques in this episode of the Experimental Homesteader Podcast. Whether you're stocking up for emergencies, saving money, or just looking to reduce food waste, these tips will transform how you think about food storage. Learn the three pillars of effective food storage, explore essential preservation methods like canning and dehydrating, and avoid common mistakes. Ready to take your self-sufficiency to the next level? Tune in now and start preparing for a more sustainable future!

Thriving through self-sufficiency has never been more relevant than it is today. As the pace of life seems to quicken with each passing moment, more and more people are drawn to the idea of slowing down, living more intentionally, and finding balance. Embracing a self-sufficient lifestyle isn't just about returning to the basics; it's about …

Bartering and trading for sustainable homesteading might seem old-fashioned in today's digital world, but it’s still a cornerstone of self-sufficient living for us homesteaders. This practice is a fantastic way to build friendships, sharpen our negotiation skills, and swap valuable resources, all while adding a rich layer to our rural lifestyle. We’ll dive into the …

Knowing these freeze drying food storage tips can be a game-changer for us homesteaders, ensuring our harvests stay fresh and nutritious for the long haul. Imagine being able to preserve your garden's bounty or bulk purchases for years without compromising on quality or taste. Freeze drying, a process that removes moisture while preserving the food's …

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with easy homemade cheese! Creating your own cheese at home is a fun and rewarding experience for homesteaders. Whether you prefer goat, sheep, or cow milk, the process is simple and enjoyable. If you opt for store-bought milk, choose vitamin D milk for a creamier texture. Experimenting …

Welcome to today's podcast episode, Solar Gadgets: A Must-Have for Survival Preppers. In today's episode, we're diving into task number 18 of the 50 survival prepper tasks for beginners, although as Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com points out, these tasks are valuable for anyone interested in survival prepping. Task number 18 encourages us to explore …

Embracing the principles of sustainability, self-reliance, and ecological harmony, I find myself on the path of a 1 acre self sustaining homestead. Here on my own 1.5-acre homestead, I use roughly 1 acre for various homesteading activities, and it's been an incredible journey. Reflecting on the past, the idea of a self-sustaining homestead is far …

Homesteading skills and crafts are at the heart of this timeless way of life, offering a bridge between our ancestors' wisdom and the needs of our modern world. Homesteading is a journey filled with rewarding challenges and beautiful simple pleasures, an age-old way of life that is making a resurgent comeback in modern times. It's …

Are you looking for the best way to store potatoes for your homestead, especially if you're off-grid and rely on long-term food storage to sustain you through the winter? We've got you covered. Anyone who's tried to store purchased potatoes for extended periods has faced the unfortunate reality that they don't stay fresh forever - …

There are a number of self sustainable living ideas that incorporate animals. Some of these animals can be raised in town without any issues and others require land to raise them right. The first step is to know what your local ordinances are, then choose the animals you wish to raise. There are many ways …

The seven ways below are a great way to start on the path to a self sustaining homestead. While some of these ideas do require that you live in the county and are able to have livestock, you can start learning many of these skills even if you live in an apartment. For example, try …

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 …

Homesteading today is quite popular, but the roots of homesteading can be traced all the way back to the Homestead Act of 1862. Often people who want to start homesteading wonder things such as how do I start a self-sufficient homestead, where can I find free property for homesteading or even how much land do …

In order to live on a completely self sufficient homestead you have to have skills as well as resources and those skills normally take time to learn. The good news is, you can learn them a little at a time and the progress from being completely dependent on the grid to becoming self sufficient is …

Making a self sufficient homestead plan is the first step to accomplishing your goal of living on a self sufficient homestead.  

I never would have thought of making an emergency duct tape tire repair, but sometimes you end up in situations you don't plan on. That was the case when the lawnmower tire ended up with a side puncture up on the back 40. I have a close friend who is known for her out-of-the-box thinking. …

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post.  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. Self-reliance is possible and yes, you can still enjoy life. …