Ah, the joys of gardening! I remember the day I decided to take my green thumb to the next level by investing in a greenhouse. The idea of growing my own fruits, veggies, and flowers all year round, while being eco-friendly and self-sufficient, was nothing short of a dream, but then, I stumbled upon a…
If you’re like us and enjoy gardening or reducing your food waste, composting might be on your mind. When I first started composting, we were overwhelmed with different opinions and advice about whether or not air holes were necessary for my composting bin. It took us a while to sort through the information and determine…
I remember my first attempt at canning tomato sauce (ketchup) like it was yesterday. I was so excited to embark on this new adventure of self-sufficiency and sustainability, but, truth be told, I was also a little bit nervous. The last thing I wanted was to make my family sick with improperly preserved food. Since…
We all know that living a wholesome, eco-friendly life is essential for our planet and our health, but did you know that you can take your green game to the next level by making your own DIY natural cleaning products? That’s right! We’ll teach you how to create homemade cleaning solutions that are not only…
Well, here we are again in March! It’s actually the end of March as I sit down to write this, and the madness is still going on! We’ve had a lot of things happening personally at our mini-homestead this month, and things are beginning to happen down at our allotment too! Allotment Update March has…
Hey there, Good Lifers! Have you ever wondered how you can take your garden or allotment to the next level while staying true to your eco-friendly and self-sufficient values? Well, companion planting might just be the secret ingredient you’re missing. In this article, we’ll dive deep into the world of companion planting, its definition, and…
Ah, the joys of gardening! There’s nothing quite like getting your hands dirty and watching your plants grow from tiny seeds to flourishing, vibrant greenery. When I first started my own garden, I was amazed by the simple yet profound satisfaction that comes from nurturing a small patch of earth. Let’s face it, though, even…
Raising chickens on a homestead can be a rewarding experience for many reasons. They provide fresh eggs and meat, pest control, and help with garden fertilisation. As a budding smallholder and homesteader myself, I can attest to the joy that comes with watching these feathered friends roam freely around. I was lucky enough to be…
If you live in an area that experiences frequent power outages or extreme weather conditions, adding a solar panel battery backup to your system can be a lifesaver. A few years ago, we had a power cut that lasted well over 12 hours. Luckily, it was during the summer, so heating wasn’t an issue, and…
I’ve always been interested in the idea of composting because I care a lot about being environmentally friendly, and I like to garden. I can remember the sense of achievement after observing my first compost pile transform from food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-dense, black soil. I thought I was doing my part to…
