by Texas Homesteader ~ *contains affiliate link Five is not a large number, and 5 frugal things aren’t difficult for most households to accomplish. I’m hoping this short list of easy frugal things we did at our own home one day might inspire you to look at your own tasks. Perhaps you’ll start tackling just […]
by Texas Homesteader OK y’all, yesterday we started a two-part series about surviving in self-employment mode without the benefit of a regularly-scheduled corporate salary infusion on the side. I encourage you to read ‘Saving Money, Part I’ if you haven’t already! The topics covered were how important pre-planning is before you ever make this independence […]
by Texas Homesteader When RancherMan & I built our home here on the homestead, I was pretty adamant that I wanted an underground storm shelter. I mean, I was born in & spent much of my childhood in Central Oklahoma. Although I loved it there I considered it tornado ally. I remember many stormy tornado-warning […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ How would grandma have done things in her kitchen? I’ve been seeing this question a lot on social media lately. But it’s interesting food for thought, especially for those striving to reduce waste and save a little money too in their own kitchens. Let’s see how grandma would have done it.
by Texas Homesteader ~ Many have asked what a typical day on our Northeast Texas Homestead looks like. Of course every day is different, but come along with me and see what a day in the life of this Texas Homesteader looks like today.
by Texas Homesteader ~ Grandma lived through the great depression. So she knew a thing or two about saving money while raising a family. And those same old-fashioned tips are still saving money for families everywhere today. Come see a list of ways grandma saved money in her day, the same ideas you can use […]
by Texas Homesteader ~ It’s fun to raise your own backyard hens. And those fresh eggs can’t be beat! But if you’re not careful, raising those chickens can cost you a lot. I’m sharing ways to shave the cost of raising your own chickens by using things you probably already have.
by Texas Homesteader ~ Quick Cash For When Times Get Tough. Whether it’s unexpected expenses for illness or just monthly income shortage, money is tight for many. You may be wondering what type of side gigs you can do to get a quick little cash infusion to help bridge the gap. Here are a few […]