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  • sliced chocolate chip zucchini bread on a wood cutting board, kitchen towel, and wooden table
    Cooking from Scratch,  Homemade Breads and Baking

    Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Recipe (Moist, Easy & Freezer-Friendly)

    July 18, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’re looking for a moist and easy chocolate chip zucchini bread recipe, this version is the one to try. It’s light and delicious, simple to mix together, and perfect for using up garden zucchini—whether fresh-picked or frozen. This loaf bakes up golden and tender every time, with just the right amount of sweetness and texture. It freezes beautifully, too,…

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    Samantha
  • basket full of freshly pulled garlic
    Gardening & Growing Food,  Vegetable Gardening

    How to Grow Hardneck Garlic: A Step-by-Step Guide for Cold Climates

    July 15, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’re wondering how to grow hardneck garlic, you’re in the right place. This cold-hardy variety is ideal for northern gardeners and produces bold, flavorful cloves that are easy to peel and full of character. Hardneck garlic thrives in Zones 3–6 and offers a bonus spring harvest: garlic scapes. These curly flower stalks are edible and delicious, making hardneck varieties…

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    Samantha
  • Three tallow balm jars placed side by side in a straight line on a wooden table
    DIY Herbal Skincare Remedies,  Natural Living,  Salves & Balms

    How To Make Frankincense Whipped Tallow Face & Body Balm

    July 13, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’re looking for a natural way to soothe and deeply nourish your skin, this frankincense tallow balm is an easy DIY you’ll love. Made with nutrient-rich grass-fed beef tallow and infused with calming frankincense essential oil, this balm melts beautifully into dry, sensitive, or mature skin to provide lasting moisture and healing. Whether you prefer a light, whipped texture…

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    Samantha
  • maroon and pink yarrow flowers in a basket
    Herbs & Flowers,  Medicinal Herbal Remedies,  Natural Living

    How to Dry Yarrow Flowers and Leaves

    July 8, 2025 / No Comments

    Drying yarrow at home is a simple and rewarding way to preserve this beautiful and beneficial wild plant. If you’ve been wondering how to dry yarrow for use in teas, salves, herbal remedies, or ornamental bouquets, this guide will walk you through exactly when to harvest and how to dry both the flowers and leaves properly. Whether you’re gathering wild…

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    Samantha
  • Toddler and older child gently holding and kissing baby chicks near a DIY wooden brooder on a homestead
    Backyard Chickens,  Homestead Animals

    How to Make a Brooder for Chicks (With Tips for Meat Birds Too)

    July 3, 2025 / No Comments

    How to make a brooder for chicks is one of the first things every chicken keeper needs to learn—whether you’re raising future egg layers, backyard companions, or fast-growing meat birds. A well-designed brooder keeps your chicks warm, safe, and stress-free during those critical first weeks of life. Setting up a brooder doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, but there…

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    Samantha
  • Three quart jars of homemade beef bone broth cooling on the stove
    Cooking from Scratch,  Meal Basics & Techniques,  Pressure Canning

    How to Make Beef Bone Broth in the Instant Pot

    June 30, 2025 / No Comments

    How to make beef bone broth in the Instant Pot is one of the easiest ways to turn leftover bones into a rich, nourishing staple. Whether you’re using ribeye roast bones, soup bones, or a mix of marrow and joint bones, this method delivers deep flavor with minimal effort. Bone broth has long been known for its gut-healing, joint-supporting, and…

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    Samantha
  • peony bath soak with salts in a jar with cork lid
    DIY Herbal Skincare Remedies,  Natural Living

    How to Make a Relaxing Peony Bath Soak at Home

    June 27, 2025 / No Comments

    A peony bath soak is a simple and luxurious way to enjoy your garden’s beauty long after the blooms fade. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or looking for a gentle self-care ritual, this floral-infused bath is both soothing and easy to make at home. Peonies aren’t just beautiful — their soft, fragrant petals offer calming benefits for…

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    Samantha
  • water bath canned rhubarb pie filling
    Canning,  Food Preservation,  Fruit Preserves & Pie Fillings,  Water Bath Canning

    How to Make Canned Rhubarb Pie Filling to Enjoy All Year

    June 19, 2025 / No Comments

    Rhubarb pie filling is one of the best ways to capture the bold, tart flavor of early summer rhubarb. Whether you’re growing your own or buying in bulk from the market, this recipe is a great way to preserve it for year-round baking. With just a few simple ingredients and Clear Jel for the perfect texture, this pie filling is…

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    Samantha
  • whipped lavender tallow balm
    DIY Herbal Skincare Remedies,  Natural Living,  Salves & Balms

    How to Make Whipped Lavender Tallow Balm for Nourished Skin

    June 14, 2025 / No Comments

    Lavender whipped tallow balm is a deeply nourishing, all-natural moisturizer perfect for dry or sensitive skin. Made with simple, traditional ingredients, this balm soothes, softens, and locks in hydration. If you’re looking for a clean skincare option without synthetic fragrances or fillers, this recipe is for you. It’s gentle enough for everyday use, and you only need a little to…

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    Samantha
  • mixed berry jelly jars
    Canning,  Food Preservation,  Jams & Jellies,  Water Bath Canning

    How to Make Low Sugar Mixed Berry Jelly from Juice

    June 9, 2025 / No Comments

    Making Low-Sugar Mixed Berry Jelly from Juice is a simple and satisfying way to preserve big berry flavor, without needing fresh fruit. This recipe uses store-bought mixed berry juice, so it’s perfect when berries aren’t in season or time is short. A great canning recipe to use during all seasons of the year! With less sugar than traditional jelly and…

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    Samantha
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