The Tiny Life

Though my own homestead is significantly smaller than this 50 acre homestead layout design, I modeled this diagram on the productive farms I have personally observed in North Carolina —...

Through my years working on my own land, I’ve gained a lot of invaluable experience that helped me to develop this 40 acre homestead layout. My homesteading experiences, skills, and...

When I designed a homestead on my own land, I realized in order to ensure long-term success, I needed to carefully consider the potential hazards to the health and abundance...

I’m often asked about homestead design because of how I set up my own land, and this 30 acre homestead layout came about in answer to those questions. Whenever you’re...

This 20 acre homestead layout mirrors the design I used on my own land when starting my homestead, which has successfully supplied my needs and brought in revenue. Twenty acres...

When I first started utilizing solar energy and thinking about going off grid, appliances were one of my first major considerations. I took the time to think about what appliances...

Knowing I planned to burn wood to heat my tiny home, one of the first things I wanted to know was how much wood is in a cord of firewood...

Although broccoli is a cool weather crop, I — like most people — enjoy it year-round. It’s delicious, nutritious, and perfectly complements pretty much any savory dish. While there are...

Navigating gift-giving around birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays is often tricky for those with minimalists on their list. After all, how do you find amazing gifts for minimalists when they need...

As a homesteader, gardener, and lover of fresh veggies, I have found that dehydrating asparagus is a great way to preserve this delicious vegetable and enjoy the fresh spring flavors...

Knowing how to dehydrate scallions is the key to saving, storing, and enjoying these craveable vegetables all year round. There’s nothing quite like the sharp flavor of scallions to add...

Swiss chard, a green leafy vegetable packed with vitamins and nutrients, pairs well with almost any meal. Whether you grow your own in a backyard garden or buy it from...