Would you like plastic with your tea? That sounds like a pretty straight forward question, but it's also a bit of a trick question. Not all tea bags are created equal and for those people who are trying to go plastic-free, it may be time to re-evaluate what's in your cup of tea. For years, I drank Lipton tea. Plain black tea in the little bags. When my son started our compost pile he looked up if you could compost Lipton tea bags specifically and found out that you can. Lipton tea bags ...
Homesteading
Canning Plan: What to Can Each Season
First published December 30, 2015 Since the goal of canning is to preserve foods at the height of freshness, when they are in season, I would like to share my canning plan with all of you, so that you if there is something you want to can for your family, you know when the best time would be to do it. The quantities that I am listing are my ideal to give us enough for 1 year, plus a few jars for competing in the local fair and for gifting at the holidays. ...
Homesteading & Self-Reliance Goals for 2019
My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we were in 2018. Self-Reliance means we will be able to do more for ourselves and save money in the process. The time between Christmas and New Year's is a wonderful time to reflect and set goals for the coming year. I am taking lots of me time while my husband is home from work to focus on reflection, goal setting, and planning for 2019. Homesteading & Self-Reliance Goals My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we ...
Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Fall
These essential oil diffuser blends are perfect for fall and making your home smell amazing. Try out a few different blends, and discover your home's signature fall scent. Think about fall. What scents come to mind? Leaves. Cut wood. Campfires. Apple Pie. Warm Chai. Mulled Cider. Spices like cinnamon and clove. This time of year you can go into any candle shop, or even just the candle aisle of your favorite home store or craft store, and ...
Planning a Fall Garden
I know what you're thinking, "A fall garden? It's only July!" But now is exactly when you should be thinking about your fall garden. What types of crops do you want to harvest into December and January? What garden beds will be available to you? Do your local nurseries carry seedlings this time of year, or do you have to start your own seed? Harvest Season So many people think of gardening as between Mother's Day and Columbus Day in our zone, but the reality is we have ...