Category: Self Sufficiency

5 Reasons to Love Soap Berries + How to Use Them

5 Reasons to Love Soap Berries + How to Use Them Soap nuts (sometimes called “soap berries”) are probably the most sustainable cleaning product on the market. Most commercial detergents contain chemical surfactants, some of which (such as 1,2-Dioxane) have been shown to be carcinogenic and volatile. But soap nuts are all-natural and have been …

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15 Mistakes That Beginner Gardeners Make

15 Mistakes That Beginner Gardeners Make This is really a good article. We have made so many of these mistakes. There is a lot more to gardening than just throwing some seeds or seedling in the ground and hoping for the best. Planning and understanding your climate zone is crucial to success. As a seasoned …

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15 Unique Kitchen Gardens

15 Unique Kitchen Gardens If you’re thinking about starting a small vegetable garden but feel like a total newbie, here are some simple ideas to get you moving towards growing some vegetables on a small and manageable scale! With the rising cost of food and gas, it’s great to have your own garden, growing your …

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Naturally Cool Your Home & Save Money

Naturally Cool Your Home & Save Money With just a few hints and tips, you too can have a naturally cooled home! Look at your landscaping – a tree or shrub that is properly placed can help to keep the sun off your house. Plant shade trees on the east and west sides of your …

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How To: Make A Campfire that lasts up to 48 hours

How To: Make A Campfire that lasts up to 48 hours In almost any hiking, backpacking, or camping survival situation a fire is needed. Although it may seem like a simple task, most struggle to construct an efficient campfire. How would you like to light a fire perfectly and have it burn for 48 hours without …

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