This Denim Pocket Advent Calendar is the first (and probably only) craft that ever began with me telling my husband, “Honey, take off your pants.”
Unique Homemade Christmas Trees
I did some searching and found a few unique and easy ideas for alternative Christmas trees.
DIY Fishing for Fabric Numbers Game
Practice addition, subtraction, or multiplication in a fun and creative way with this hand’s on “fishing for numbers” game your kids will love!
A Personalized Holiday with Mabel
Regardless if you are in denial or incredibly excited – the holidays will be here before we know it. Whether you’re looking for sweet gifts for your family or fun and festive holiday return address labels for all those Christmas cards, Mabel’s Labels has you covered – they can even help you organize all those […]
A Different Kind of Self-Sufficient
We have learned a lot about ourselves, about what being self-sufficient really means, and the direction we’re headed.
Create Emergency Survival “Grab and Go” Bags for Your Family
Every family should have grab-and-go emergency bags for potential emergencies. Even young children can help pack a go bag and store it in an easy-to-access place. Make grabbing the survival bags part of your emergency drills with your family.
How to Add Edible Weeds and Wild Herbs to Your Diet
Now is a good time to go foraging for dandelions, nettles and other edible weeds. Here are a few easy ways to use your wildcrafted herbs at home.
Eco Friendly Birthday Party
Having an eco-friendly birthday party is not that difficult when you apply a little bit of imagination. It also sets a great example. There’s no downside!
How to Make a Diaper Cover from a Wool Sweater {Video}
One trip to the thrift store plus one evening at the sewing machine equals one adorable diaper cover!
Funny Quotes About Kids That Will Leave You Giggling
If you’re having one of those days where the idea of the kids running away with the circus sounds appealing to you, let these funny quotes about kids ease your pain.
Using Receiving Blankets as Cloth Diapers {Video}
Carly shares how to fold a receiving blanket in order to use it as a cloth diaper.
Top 5 Homesteading and Farming Books for Beginners
After reading a couple of books, I feel I now know enough that in a few weeks I’ll be buying less of certain vegetables at the Farmer’s Market.