by Texas Homesteader ~ *This post contains an affiliate link By now you know the amazing benefits of compost – both environmentally as well as botanically. Living on a Texas Homestead I’m blessed to have constant access to one of the most important components of my compost: Manure.
by Texas Homesteader ~ I make my own natural lavender-scented hand scrub using just 4 standard ingredients. It works wonderfully to scrub the dirt from my hands after a hard day of gardening while still being gentle on my hands. And it makes a perfect gift for any gardener as well.
by Texas Homesteader ~ Did you know you can easily grow your own luffa sponge (or some spell it loofah) in your own garden? They’re easy to grow, eco friendly and fully compostable. And so many uses too! Use them in the shower, in the kitchen, in an exfoliating soap and more!
by Texas Homesteader ~ Raised beds make gardening & harvesting so much easier with less gardening on your hands & knees. And that’s a good thing, I’m not getting any younger, y’all! But not all raised beds are created equal. The quality of some of those cheaper raised beds I see online concern me, they […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ The news is pretty scary out there. The threat of food shortages abound from tariffs, recalls, food contaminations, chemicals, price spikes & more. What to do? One simple answer to your family’s food security might be: Grow your OWN food! Even starting on a very small level can make a difference. […]
-by Texas Homesteader ~ Here are the 16 Easiest Ways To Be More Sustainable. Everything from simple ways to reduce food waste to easy homemade health & beauty or cleaning. All simple ways you can be more sustainable in your everyday life and easy enough to start today!
by Texas Homesteader ~ Minimalists strive for less consumption and simplicity in their lives & homes. So shopping for the minimalist on your gift list can sometimes be a challenge. But have no fear, I’ve got some great gift ideas for your minimalist or self-sufficient friends & family.
by Texas Homesteader ~ You can embrace the beauty of autumn while still promoting biodiversity in your garden. When the gardening season comes to a close, there’s still a way your garden can provide… for wildlife! It’s not what you add, but what you leave that provides so well for birds & beneficial insects when […]