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9 Tips for living off the grid 9 Tips for living off the grid Living off the grid involves disconnecting from public resources for power supply, waste disposal and water supply. In earlier years, living off the grid used to mean going to hide somewhere in the woods and being …

Planting Fruit Trees: What You Need to Know Planting Fruit Trees / shutterstock Adding fruit trees to your homestead doesn’t have to be complicated. Growing fruit on your homestead is a wise way to expand what you can produce without too much work. Once fruit trees are planted, they’ll provide …

7 Houseplants That Improve Indoor Air Quality Depending on where you live, you may not get outside very much for fresh air and even if you can, the air outside isn’t exactly fresh. City dwellers tend to have more issues with breathing and lung function due to the constant exposure to …

48 Abandoned Shops Are Transformed Into Homes Does it feel like it is time for a change in your life? Are you ready to move or want something different? Do you need to save money on rent? You should consider small lofts as a home! Is Living in a 225sq-ft …

9 Reasons Every Home Needs an Essential Oil Diffuser Every Home Needs an Essential Oil Diffuser Those who live a natural life learn a thing or two about essential oils, and essential oil diffusers can be used to improve your health, help you sleep better, and give you some energy. …

Slow Cooker Chicken, Potatoes and Green Beans Slow Cooker Chicken, Potatoes and Green Beans Slow cooker meals are a parent’s best friend. You can toss ingredients together and hours later, have a delicious, wholesome meal. The internet is full of different delicious combinations you can try for dinner. One that …

Homemade Pine Needle Cough Syrup Homemade Pine Needle Cough Syrup /shutterstock When you’re sick and coughing uncontrollably, you need a long-lasting cough suppression to help ease the symptoms and start to feel better. Reading the back of the over-the-counter medications can be troubling when you see the variety of chemicals …

How to Arm Knit a Blanket in 45 Minutes Have you ever been in a crafty kind of mood and wanted to get creative? Make something special? Give a one of a kind gift? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should arm knit a blanket! If …

Kill Termites Yourself with These 4 Proven DIY Treatments 4 Proven DIY Termite Treatments Termites destroy homes, and you don’t want your home to become their next victim. Professional treatment can be expensive, so you may want to try a few DIY termite treatments to see if you can solve …

12 Creative Ways to Reuse Aluminum Foil 12 Creative Ways to Reuse Aluminum Foil Aluminum foil is potentially one of the most useful and versatile mass produced substances. The early model of this product was originally called “tin foil” because it was made using tin. Tin transferred unwanted odor to …

Say Goodbye to Frozen Pipes with These Winter-Proof Tricks Say Goodbye to Frozen Pipes with These Winter-Proof Tricks As the winter season approaches, ensuring that your pipes remain free from freezing issues becomes crucial. Frozen pipes can cause significant damage and inconvenience, leading to costly repairs. To prevent such problems, …

Make your holiday season extra sweet with this Christmas Snickerdoodles recipe! These soft, chewy, and cinnamon-spiced cookies get a festive upgrade with holiday sprinkles, perfect for cookie exchanges and family gatherings. Easy to make and full of holiday flavor, these cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite.