As homesteaders, we all focus on self-sufficiency and self-reliance to ensure survival, especially in the event of a disaster. These trade skills we are going over will be both valuable to your home and trade-able to your neighbors. These are the best trades to know so you can be all set! Woodworking When we can't all run out to the store for what we need, craftspeople …Continue Reading
Soap Making
Make Your Own All-Natural Homemade Body Wash
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you're looking for an all-natural way to keep your skin clean and smooth, you'll love this homemade body wash! My recipe includes coconut oil, raw honey, Castile soap, essential oils and Vitamin E – these ingredients are totally natural and great for keeping your skin soft and smooth. Plus, it smells amazing! Check out the tutorial below to see how I made mine, and don’t …Continue Reading
Make Lye Free Soap On The Homestead | Homesteading
Reading Time: 4 minutesMake lye-free soap on the homestead! You'll love making homemade soap with natural ingredients using these easy-to-follow steps. RELATED: 31 DIY Household Products For Cleaning The Homestead | Homesteading In this article: How to Make Lye-Free Soap with This Tutorial The Ingredients Your Tools DIY Soap | The Process Make Lye Free Soap On The Homestead | …Continue Reading
19 Goat Milk Soap Ideas To Soothe The Skin | Homesteading
Reading Time: 7 minutesGoat milk soap can be your next best alternative in achieving soft, smooth skin. Did you know that commercially-produced soaps don’t contain enough moisture with all its synthetic additives? Some of these additives can actually also make your skin even drier, especially if you have sensitive skin. This is where goat milk soap comes to the rescue! From the basic recipes to …Continue Reading
Homemade Liquid Laundry Detergent
Reading Time: 2 minutesHomemade Liquid Laundry Detergent There’s a millions different recipes out there for liquid soaps, and I think the one that works best for you will depend on your family’s needs, and your water type. This one works best for us, though I do use an alternative one for cloth diapers. Because my baby has very sensitive skin, and cannot tolerate castile soap well, I save his …Continue Reading