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The Small Changes That Made Our Homestead More Productive
When people think about making a homestead more productive, it’s easy to imagine major projects. Building a bigger barn. Buying expensive equipment. Expanding the garden. Adding more animals. While those things certainly have their place, I’ve found that the biggest improvements on our homestead haven’t come from dramatic changes. They’ve come from dozens of small…
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Homesteading on a Budget: Where We Save the Most Money
Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. When people picture a homestead, they often imagine expensive equipment, sprawling gardens, and barns full of animals. And while homesteading certainly can be expensive, it really doesn’t have to be. In fact, one of the biggest surprises for our family has been discovering just how many ways…
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How I Make an Income From Home by Playing With My Children (While Keeping Them Off the Internet)
When people ask what I do for work, the answer is pretty simple. I design sewing and knitting patterns. (and run this blog) But the real answer is a little more complicated than that. A surprising amount of my work involves sitting on the floor with my children, telling stories though teddies and puppets, packing…
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Easy Ways to Save Money With Skills You Already Have
When people think about saving money, they often picture clipping coupons, giving up little luxuries, or saying “no” to things they enjoy. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with being frugal, I’ve found that one of the best ways to save money has very little to do with spending less. Instead, it has everything to do…
