The Complete Guide to Off Grid Water Systems for Homesteaders

The Complete Guide to Off Grid Water Systems for Homesteaders – Rustic Skills Homesteading

This is a great article full of information for homesteaders. A complete guide to off grid water. 

Save this page! You will want to save it for reference. Clean water is the most important preparedness need to focus on.

How to Build a DIY Solar Furnace

How to Build a DIY Solar Furnace 

This is something that I have been wanting to do for a while. I can get windows from the local Restore! This will be my next project. The front of my house is south facing so it would work great. Might also be a great way to save on the heating bill.

Homemade Cough Drops With Lemon, Honey and Ginger

Homemade Cough Drops With Lemon, Honey and Ginger - At Home On The Prairie

This is a recipe that I am going to be saving and probably using a lot! I have a dry throat most of the fall and winter. Being cooped up in house with dry heat, cats, dog, and still trying to hike in the frigid temps do a number on my throat and sinuses. I go through so many bags of Halls cough drops.

Shop Smart To Save Money

 There are a few places that you can shop for items that will save you money. Here is a short list of places that you can shop for items. Great ways to save money on clothing and household items.

1. Thrift stores - This is my favorite way to find clothing and household items. You can also find great furniture and home decor. 

2. Consignment stores - A great little consignment shop can be a way to save money on higher end clothing and more. You might even want to start taking items that are taking up space in your closet to make some extra money.

3. Discount Retailers - They have name brand items for a lot less. I do a lot of my Christmas shopping at store like TJ Maxx. 

4. Outlet stores - You can usually find bargains in outlet stores.

5. Garage sales - Takes a bit of time and can be hit & miss, but sometimes you can find some amazing items. Lots of furniture, camping equipment, clothing, baby items, etc. 

6. End of season sales - Watch for them. Buy expensive items out of season. You can save a bit by doing this.

6 Super Easy Dinners for Under $60 (Week #33) – Low Dough Family

 

6 Super Easy Dinners for Under $60 (Week #33) – Low Dough Family

 I love sharing other blogs and websites that have great tips, recipes, and money saving ideas. Sharing it on this blog helps me keep it in one place for myself also. I try really hard to share money saving tips and recipes. All of my recipes can be made out of a well stocked pantry. Keep your pantry stocked full for in case of emergency etc. Having a full and stocked kitchen is the first way to survive!! Be prepared to survive whatever comes your way.

This is another one that has a ton of great money saving tips. 

6 meals for less than $60!! Any way to save money at the grocery store is a great article.