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I’m Kelley. Author of this blog, mother of three, anthropologist, early childhood educator, and micro wool producer. (I have a lot of interests!) Explore how we created the life we always dreamed of in an unlikely place.
Get your backyard chicken coop ready for winter with these simple, practical tips! Learn how to winterize your chicken coop, use the deep litter method, keep chickens warm without electricity, and help your flock stay healthy and comfortable through the cold winter months. Discover natural, budget-friendly ways to care for your chickens all winter long.
Discover the benefits of beet kvass, a traditional fermented beet drink packed with natural probiotics and beneficial nutrients. Learn how to make this simple, homemade beet kvass recipe, explore its potential benefits for gut health and digestion, and enjoy an easy way to add fermented foods to your daily routine.
Discover the benefits of tallow for skin and hair! Learn how this traditional, all-natural ingredient can help moisturize dry skin, nourish hair, and support a simple, low-waste beauty routine. Plus, try an easy homemade tallow shampoo bar recipe using simple ingredients to bring a little old-fashioned goodness into your daily hair care routine.
Turn fresh fall apples into a crisp, cinnamon-kissed snack with this easy homemade dehydrated apple chips recipe. With simple tools, cozy spices, and a little slow drying time, extra apples become a sweet, crunchy treat that is perfect for lunchboxes, pantry snacking, or pairing with a warm mug of cider on a chilly autumn day.
Learn how to make a simple homemade comfrey salve using traditional herbal ingredients. This easy DIY comfrey salve recipe is a wonderful addition to your natural herbal medicine cabinet and is traditionally used to soothe tired muscles, support skin care, and ease everyday aches and discomfort.