At the Lil’ Suburban Homestead we love growing our own food right in our backyard but with both of us working full time we still buy quite a few of our groceries at the grocery store down the street. We are able to supplement a substantial part of our diet with farm fresh produce right out back […]
Whether you sew all of your own clothes, use it to make curtains, or just keep it on hand for mending, the sewing machine is one tool no homestead should be without. However, with the myriad of choices available today on the market ranging from antique to vintage; from used to brand new; how do […]
It’s cold weather time, and that means a lot of chicken keepers are worried about keeping their birds from freezing on their roosts. During this time of year, there’s always a few fires in chicken coops where well-meaning owners put space heaters or heat lamps to keep their animals toasty. But, it doesn’t take a […]
Having a grow room is what every farmer should think of. It is one of the best things to have. A grow room comes with several advantages as compared to cultivating in an open field. You get to control pest infestation, odors, make use of a small space, and have total control over your crops. […]
New Year’s Eve is here, which means it is time to make promises to ourselves and then, probably break them. People all over the world will vow to quit smoking, lose weight, be healthier and more. At From Scratch magazine, we consulted with our staff and put together a list of resolutions that are perfect […]
As a brand new home owner, I’ve decided to share my expertise with others to help them learn about homeownership. Recently, I found myself in a precarious situation when the pressure switch to my well pump decided to stop working. Since I did such a great job replacing it, I thought it’d be a great […]