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Going From 6 Figures To No Figures

Before we made our homestead leap, we lived on a 6 figure income. Moving to the Alaskan bush has made holding a regular 9-5 impossible. Moving from a large steady income to a small inconsistent one has been a challenge. Here’s how we are handling it, as well as our future plans for making our […]

5 Reusable Frugal Living Ideas

By Tracy

One of my favorite go-to books is The Complete Tightwad Gazette. I never get tired of reading through the pages and pages of frugal living ideas. Even though the edition I have is over 15 years old, most of Amy Dacyczyn’s tips still apply, and I am always looking for ways I can incorporate her […]

Best Places To Find Homestead & Off-Grid Tools

By Tammy Trayer

Yardsaling, flea markets, estate sales, antique and thrift stores, the locations are endless… As most of you know, I am NOT a shopper, despise being in town more than I need to be BUT I love looking for treasures! This is the perfect time of year to get out and find the things you need […]

9 Vintage Homesteading Skills to save some serious cash!

By Lisa Theriault

I started to build my family, my dreams of living off the grid & homestead about 10 years ago. Little did I know how much I’d learn and the ridiculous skills I’d acquire! Here are 9 vintage homesteading skills I learned to help our family save thousands of dollars each year, and 1 surprising skill […]