🎁 The gift of "making" (instead of buying)


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An Off Grid Life

Saturday reads

If you walked into a mall today, you probably felt that instant wave of stress.

The noise, the crowds, the pressure to buy more.

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I know you’re tired of the consumer trap.

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I know you’re craving a season that feels more connected and less chaotic.

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Here is the good news: You can opt out.

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You don't have to do the holidays the way everyone else does.

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You can choose a "slow Christmas."

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Whether you are knitting a scarf, baking bread for neighbors, or just refusing to overschedule your weekend, you are building a life that aligns with your values.

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Remember, start where you are.

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You don't need a cabin in the woods to have a homemade holiday.

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Saturday reads

DIY Gifts for Christmas 2025

20 DIY handmade gifts to make yourself.

How to Make Sourdough Starter

... and create home-baked gifts

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DIY Hair Butter

Perfect for brittle hair due to dry winter weather.

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🌿 This week’s featured Pinterest board

Homesteading DIY Homemade

Handcrafts, artisan crafts, tutorials, patterns and more
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Until next time!

Sarita

​An Off Grid Life​

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