Tag: DIY
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DIY Guide: Making Your Own Buckwheat Hull Pillow
Read more: DIY Guide: Making Your Own Buckwheat Hull PillowHave you ever laid your head on a buckwheat hull pillow? The gentle rustle of the hulls and the customizable support they provide make for a unique and satisfying sleeping experience. If you’re like me and want to dive into the world of DIY comfort, making your own buckwheat hull pillows is a fantastic project.…
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Fixing a Creaking Platform Bed: DIY
Read more: Fixing a Creaking Platform Bed: DIYLately, we’d been waking up a lot during the night because of a creaking squeaky bed. Anytime we moved we woke each other up. Recently, the problem had gotten worse. Fixing a creaking platform bed was suddenly top of the list of chores. Looking under the bed, I saw the problem. The middle feet decided…
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Which Homestead Septic System Should We Choose?
Read more: Which Homestead Septic System Should We Choose?If you are thinking of moving to your own homestead, you may be thinking, which homestead septic system should we choose? You probably have questions and preconceived ideas about what a septic system is. The Need for a Septic System in Rural Living Numbers vary, but estimates say that 60 million or more people are…
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Brewing a Northern Brewer Kit in a BeerMkr Machine
Read more: Brewing a Northern Brewer Kit in a BeerMkr MachineHello fellow brew enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into uncharted territory as we brew a Northern Brewer kit in a BeerMkr Machine. Buckle up, because we’re breaking away from the norm, trying a 5-day recipe, and introducing Kveik yeast into the mix. Let the brewing adventure begin! The Idea Behind the Experiment Can we make a…
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Top 5 things to consider to start your Homestead Gym
Read more: Top 5 things to consider to start your Homestead GymA homestead can also be a place to exercise. Here’s the Top 5 things to consider to start your homestead gym for yourself and your family. Cost Unless you’re an elite athlete, use your money to invest in your own homestead gym. The cost of a gym membership adds up quickly, from a bare minimum…
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How we upgraded our Producers Pride XL Sentinel Chicken Coop
Read more: How we upgraded our Producers Pride XL Sentinel Chicken CoopHello fellow poultry enthusiasts! Today, we’re excited to share how we upgraded our Producers Pride XL Sentinel Chicken Coop. Our feathered friends are now living in the lap of luxury, thanks to the Omlet Door upgrade, some inventive pool noodle additions, and a touch of motion-sensor magic. Omlet Door Upgrade: A Gateway to Convenience Our…
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DIY Deep Bedding: When the Chips are Down
Read more: DIY Deep Bedding: When the Chips are DownHey fellow chicken enthusiasts! Today, I’m excited to share a quick and easy DIY Deep Bedding trick that has revolutionized the way I manage my chicken coop bedding. If you’ve ever dealt with the frustration of wood chips escaping every time you open the coop door, this one’s for you. The Dilemma: Escaping Wood Chips…
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Repurposing Old Hard Drives: Creativity on the Homestead
Read more: Repurposing Old Hard Drives: Creativity on the HomesteadAs technology advances, we find ourselves accumulating a graveyard of old hard drives, each bearing the digital remnants of days gone by. Instead of letting these relics collect dust or contributing to electronic waste, why not embark on a homesteader’s journey of repurposing? In this guide, we’ll explore the art of giving new life to…
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Homemade Beeswax Candles
Read more: Homemade Beeswax CandlesI researched how to make homemade beeswax candles a few years ago when I learned about the toxicity of the majority of candles sold on the market. I was intrigued on how I could simply make this candle and there were so many benefits to burning beeswax! Beeswax pour candles were the simplest process for…
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Lifetime Doghouse With Hound Heater
Read more: Lifetime Doghouse With Hound HeaterHey there fellow dog lovers! Winter is coming, and is almost here. Today, I’m excited to share my recent build for my furry friend – a complete Lifetime doghouse with Hound Heater. If you’re a DIY enthusiast or just love pampering your pooch, this project is for you. I’ve put together a step-by-step video on…