How to sew a button back on
Don't let a perfectly good garment go to waste when it needs a small repair! Here's how to sew a button back on.
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The impact of textiles and the clothing industry on the environment
There's a problem growing in landfills and waterways, and it's coming from an unexpected place: your closet. The…
How and why to reduce light pollution on your property
For homesteaders far from urban centers, one of the best parts of having property in the countryside is the…
Kerrie Hubbard of City Girl Farming talks cancer, raised bed gardening and…
A brush with death forces you to take stock of your life. After cancer, Kerrie Hubbard decided to take control…
Should you add peacocks to your homestead?
How taking things apart led author Mike Warren to a career creating
Author Mike Warren takes everyday things — from Barbies to PVC pipes — and transforms them with his creative (and…
Eco-friendly laundry tips
Small changes can make a big difference for being more resource-efficient. These eco-friendly laundry tips will…
Danielle McCoy of The Rustic Elk loves a challenge
Many homesteaders wait for the perfect conditions -- enough land, enough time and the right location -- to start…
How to make turkey bone broth
It is rare that throughout the year a large poultry carcass will appear in your kitchen for use as the base for a…
The secret to keeping bad odors and rats out of your compost pile
When done well, food composting is an excellent way to dispose of waste while creating garden-friendly soil…
What to consider before going off the grid
Considering going off the grid? Here's what you should know before you do.
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How crop rotation can help you have a healthy garden
Crop rotation is an easy and cheap way to have a healthy and productive garden. Learn how to get started in this…