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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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Creating a Low Maintenance Clover Lawn
Read more: Creating a Low Maintenance Clover LawnIn the pursuit of a lush, vibrant lawn that requires minimal maintenance, many homeowners are turning to alternative options that not only beautify their landscapes but also contribute to a healthier ecosystem. One such solution gaining popularity is the use of white clover, often blended with mini- or micro-clover. In this guide, we’ll delve into…
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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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How to Choose an Air Gun: BB, .177 Pellet, and .22 Pellet Guns
Read more: How to Choose an Air Gun: BB, .177 Pellet, and .22 Pellet GunsAir Guns: What’s the difference? It can be difficult to choose an air gun, with so many types available, each serving different purposes. For our purposes we’re sticking to rifles today, and not pistols. Let’s explore the key differences between BB guns, .177 pellet guns, and .22 pellet guns in simple terms. BB Guns: If…
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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…