Our first year with backyard chickens. We thought we were bringing home fresh eggs- we didn't realize we were beginning a whole new chapter. When we first brought home our backyard chickens, I thought they would simply provide fresh eggs for our family. At the time, my plan was simple: collect eggs each morning, enjoy fresh breakfasts, and maybe share a few extras with friends and family. What I didn’t expect was how much these little birds would change the way I thought abou

That dream began with simple things made from scratch—fresh eggs, tallow lotion, soap bars, lip balm, and other homestead-inspired products. But I always hoped to add handmade pieces that reflected not only our small chicken coop business, but also my love for gardening, homesteading, and creating a beautiful life in our little suburban backyard. Fresh flowers, garden mornings, fresh eggs from the coop, farmers market strolls, and a basket made to hold the simple moments. Our

If someone had told me a few years ago that I would be hanging bundles of herbs from the ceiling of my greenhouse, I probably would have laughed. When I first started gardening, my focus was simple: grow a few vegetables and maybe save some money at the grocery store. Herbs were an afterthought. But over time, they became some of the most-used plants in our garden. There is something especial about seeing herbs hanging overhead, a reminder that summer harvest can be enjoyed a

A simple blueberry muffin recipe made with freshly milled flour. Perfect for breakfast or afternoon treat.

When I first started baking sourdough, I spent hours watching videos, reading articles, and trying to learn everything I could. Looking back, there are a few things I wish someone had told me from the beginning. It would have saved me a lot of stress and given me the confidence to simply enjoy the process. 1. Sourdough Starter Is More Resilient Than You Think What once felt intimidating has become one of my favorite parts of the progress. In the beginning, I worried constantl

Curing Garlic If there is one crop I wish I had started growing sooner, it’s garlic. This is only my second year growing it, and I honestly can’t believe how easy it has been. When I first started gardening, garlic seemed intimidating. The idea of planting something in the fall and waiting until summer to harvest it felt like such a long commitment. But after trying it for the first time, I quickly realized I had been overthinking it. Fall of 2024, I planted 75 garlic cloves

Over the last few years, freshly milled flour has become more popular among home bakers—and for good reason. The idea of milling your own flour at home can sound intimidating at first, but it’s actually incredibly simple. With the push of a button, you can turn whole wheat berries into fresh flour right in your own kitchen. Our family has been using freshly milled flour for over a year now, and while I still use some all-purpose flour in my sourdough bread, most of our everyd

Back to Basics: Embracing the Homestead Life-Style

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