Category: Self Sufficiency

20 Unique & Fun Raised Garden Bed Ideas

20 Unique & Fun Raised Garden Bed Ideas For the experienced gardener or the novice, raised garden beds take the hassle out of horticulture. Raised garden beds are a wonderful way to create individual planters or even have a stunning feature in your garden. Here we tips on planning, building, protecting and irrigating raised bed gardens. With …

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Frugal & Simple Homemade Household Cleaner Recipes

Frugal & Simple Homemade Household  Cleaner Recipes Homemade or “Green” cleaners are all the rage, particularly by people who are looking for safer ways to keep their homes clean without the use of harsh chemicals. There are so many recipes out there that it can be hard to find the one that you need for …

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30 ways you have never considered using wood ash

30 ways you have never considered using wood ash Anyone who has a wood burning fireplace in their home knows the ash needs to be cleaned. This ash is typically collected in a bucket or other container for eventual disposal. Many people may dump ash in a trash bin or in their backyard. Saving the …

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14 Reasons Why Witch Hazel Should Be In Every Home

14 Reasons Why Witch Hazel Should Be In Every Home Witch hazel was used by Native American Indians for years as a natural health remedy, and nowadays it is widely used for everyday purposes. Natural Living Ideas has put together this very compelling list of reasons why witch hazel should be in every home. This list includes …

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Budget Countertop Ideas

Budget Countertop Ideas Everybody would love to have a gorgeous new kitchen, but spending $1000s remodel is not an option for so many of us. With home values not rising as they once did, investing in a high-end custom kitchen may not make economic sense. The good news is there are some ways to update your …

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