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🛡️ Prep your pantry before fall arrives

Good morning on Tuesday. Cold weather often takes us by surprise. And you’re not alone if last year felt rushed. It was crazy for me with a lot of traveling back and forth across the country. And my pantry was a mess. But this year, I'm back on track. Today, I’m sharing practical steps to stock your pantry so you won’t face last-minute runs or empty shelves. These are small, doable actions that add up to real peace of mind. And when you’re done, you can warm up with these summery buttery...

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Beautiful and helpful DIY garden projects

Hi there! I know summer can rush by when you’re juggling kids, chores, and homeschool lessons. So let’s take one afternoon to set up your garden in a way that fits your family’s needs. No perfect plans needed. Get your kids to help. Then, later, gather everyone in the kitchen for warm chocolate chip sourdough muffins. So good. Gardening in a Cold Climate Read article 15 Fun DIY Garden Projects Read article Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Muffins Get the recipe Visit the Shop See my latest...

An Off Grid Life Helping you become more self-reliant. Hey there, Got strawberries? Use them up fast with these simple homemade recipes! How to Make Strawberry Jam Get the recipe Homemade Strawberry Syrup Get the recipe Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake Get the recipe More Strawberry Recipes Strawberry Sheet Cake Recipe Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins Strawberry Blackberry Crisp 33 Strawberry Recipes to Use Up the Cart You Panic-Bought I'm on MSN See my latest homesteading, gardening, and recipe...

How to freeze rhubarb at home.

An Off Grid Life Weekend reads Good morning on Saturday, Grab a coffee and enjoy our latest and greatest posts. Weekend reads How to Freeze Rhubarb at Home Freeze this bumper crop to enjoy in the cooler months. Read article Homemade Mayo Use your extra eggs to make this better-than-store-bought homemade mayonnaise recipe. Read article 31 Frugal Homesteading Habits To help you save money and learn new skills. Read article Herbal Safety Mistakes ...and how to avoid them. Grab your free ebook...

An Off Grid Life Tip Thursday June 2025 Nature Summer Camp: Herbalism for Kids If you need a fun, meaningful way to keep your kids connected to nature this summer, I know you’re going to love this. 🌿 The Online Nature Camp: Herbalism for Kids from the Herbal Academy offers practical, hands-on activities that teach your children how to safely explore and use herbs. And best of all, they can put their new herbalism knowledge into practice starting right in your backyard. It's a gentle, helpful,...

Permaculture Design Principles

An Off Grid Life Weekend reads in June Good morning! The weather has finally warmed up, and now's the time to get working outdoors. It's also time to create (or expand) a garden that feeds your family and supports your ecosystem. How to Plant a Pollinator Garden Just in time for pollinator week, June 16 through June 22. Read article Gardening Off the Grid Gardening without easy access to electricity was a little different than suburban gardening! Read article Permaculture Design Principles...

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An Off Grid Life Weekend reads Good morning on Saturday, Grab a coffee and enjoy our latest and greatest posts. Weekend reads The Encyclopedia of Country Living Read my review of the 50th anniversary edition and learn why this is my go-to resource. Read article Dandelion Tincture Get started building your home apothecary with safe, simple herbs—dandelions included. Read article Wilderness Survival Kits for Kids Here's what to include in your wilderness survival kits. Read article What would...

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An Off Grid Life Weekend reads Sponsored by: 1440 News. Without Motives. That’s 1440 Over 4 million readers rely on our 5-minute newsletter for a clear, fact-based view of the world. We sift through 100+ sources to bring you unbiased news on politics, global events, business, and culture. Free of charge and free of bias. Sign Up For Free! Good morning on Saturday. If you've been thinking about getting backyard chickens this year, this newsletter is for you! Weekend Reads Chicken Care for...

Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake Without Milk

An Off Grid Life Weekend reads Sponsored by: 1440 News. Without Motives. That’s 1440 Over 4 million readers rely on our 5-minute newsletter for a clear, fact-based view of the world. We sift through 100+ sources to bring you unbiased news on politics, global events, business, and culture. Free of charge and free of bias. Sign Up For Free! Good morning on Saturday. Here's this weekend's lineup. Enjoy! Weekend Reads Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake Pretty, delicious, and feeds a crowd! Read more...