There is a particular kind of restlessness that sets in around this time of year. The snow is finally done doing whatever it was doing, the soil is starting to wake up, and every morning you walk out there just to see if anything has changed overnight. If you garden somewhere with a last frost […]

Opening a jar of tomato sauce you put up last summer and turning it into something brand new is one of the most rewarding things you can do in a from scratch kitchen. That is exactly what we are doing today on the homestead. We are making homemade ketchup and barbecue sauce completely from scratch, […]

If I could go back to the beginning of my gardening years and hand myself one piece of advice, it would be this: start a cutting garden. Even a small one. Even just a row along the fence or a few pots near the back door. There is something that happens when you grow your […]

There is a particular kind of morning in Michigan in early spring where everything feels like it is right on the edge of something. The air is still cool enough to make you reach for a warm mug before you do anything else. The birds are back and loud about it. The light coming through […]

Over the years, we have gone over our list of cleaners that we make at home, and today I’m sharing them all in one place. What we do differently is keep a small batch of core ingredients on hand that can be used to make multiple products. That way, we are not bringing in a […]

Each June, our kitchen counters are covered in berry-stained tea towels and the air is thick with the scent of strawberries just off the vine. When you live in rhythm with the land, preserving the harvest becomes more than just a task—it becomes a ritual, a way of tucking beauty and nourishment away for the […]

Chives are one of the first herbs to pop up in the spring garden, and they deserve more than just a quick snip over eggs. In this post, I’ll show you four simple ways to preserve chives so you can enjoy their delicate, oniony flavor long after spring has passed: compound chive butter, chive blossom […]

There’s something truly magical about stepping into a garden and gathering a bouquet of freshly cut flowers. The moment you clip a vibrant zinnia or a delicate cosmos, it’s as if the world slows down, and for a brief moment, you’re enveloped in nature’s beauty. Whether it’s a handful of zinnias brightening up the kitchen […]

Are you ready to take your skincare routine to the next level with simple, natural ingredients? Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to glowing skin with these two easy DIY essentials: Rose Water and Rose-Infused Olive Oil! Both are rich in nutrients and antioxidants and designed to nourish your skin from the inside out. […]

In a world where time is of the essence, finding quick and budget-friendly recipes can be a game-changer. Thanks to that_1870s_homestead, we’ve stumbled upon a basic canned beans recipe that not only saves money but also eliminates the need for long soaking and cooking times. Join us as we share the secrets behind this time-saving […]