The phrase “modern homesteading” has different meanings to different people. History and lost skills are experiencing a revival in modern society, but what does it really mean? What does a modern homesteader do? And how can you do it yourself?
Reader Feature: Dead-Simple Advice to Build The Life You Want with Andy and Stacy
One of the coolest things about sharing our story through our blog has been meeting other people who are on the same kind of path as us. I wanted to share some other perspectives on homesteading, home building, and what living a self-sufficient life really looks like. You can catch up on all of our amazing…
What Couples Need to Know Before Building a House
It’s been just over one year since my husband and I moved into the house that we built by hand. We’ve had many opportunities to reflect since then about our experiences. One of the things we keep coming back to is how lucky we were to have survived the experience. I’m not just talking building…
Reader Spotlight: From Townhouse to Off the Grid with Teri French
One of the coolest things about sharing our story through our blog has been meeting other people who are on the same kind of path as us. I wanted to share some other perspectives on homesteading, home building, and what living a self-sufficient life really looks like. We’re big fans of being owner-builders (heck, we even…
5 Unexpected Lessons We Learned From The Home We Built Ourselves
December 21, 2017. The air was brisk and chilly. The ground was frozen solid and the fog of our breath lingered. But we weren’t cold — we were sweating it out, moving boxes and furniture at an enthusiastic pace. That was the day we finally moved out of my mom’s condo and into the house…
Reader Feature: Living Your Homestead Values with Jozie of Playful Heart Homestead
One of the coolest things about sharing our story through our blog has been meeting other people who are on the same kind of path as us. I wanted to share some other perspectives on homesteading, home building, and what living a self-sufficient life really looks like. This week we’re talking with Jozie about what it…
Reader Feature: Mark and Bailey (and what happens when you give a couple a cabin)
One of the coolest things about sharing our story through our blog has been meeting other people who are on the same kind of path as us. I wanted to share some other perspectives on homesteading, home building, and what living a self-sufficient life really looks like. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be looking at…
Reader Feature: Hannah and Her Path to Debt-Free Homesteading
One of the coolest things about sharing our story through our blog has been meeting other people who are on the same kind of path as us. I wanted to share some other perspectives on homesteading, homebuilding, and what living a self-sufficient life really looks like. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be looking at the…
“What Next?”: The 5 Important Things We’re Doing AFTER Building a House
Several months back, I asked you, dear readers, what you wanted to know more about, and one of the responses I got was, “What are you going to do now that the house is finished?” My goodness if that isn’t a loaded question. If you’re new to our adventure, my husband Mark and I just…
Mortar Mixes for Cordwood Masonry
Choosing the right mortar mix for your cordwood masonry construction project doesn’t have to be difficult. Here’s how we made ours and what you need to know to make the most of your mortar mix.