How to Insulate a Shipping Container Home
Shipping containers are easily becoming one of the most popular tiny home options. It’s easy to see why; they’re economical and environmentally friendly. There are also over 300 million empty […]
Building an Off-Grid Cabin in 12 Days
In the summer of 2016, a family in Saskatchewan, Canada, bought a lakeside property to construct an off-grid tiny cabin. Amazingly, they could finish their cabin in just 12 days […]
12 Cheap Ways to Fill a Raised Bed
A lot of people ask me how to fill a raised bed cheaply. Since the bed is where your plants thrive, you need to be careful about the type of […]
How to Get Rid of Ticks in the House (All Natural)?
Ticks are the worst insects that you can find outside. However, they can also be in your home! Anyone with a few indoor /outdoor pets should know that! This article […]
Complete Guide to Off-Grid Living in Alberta
Living off-grid in Alberta is one of the best provinces because the climate is not too harsh, crops can be grown, and property and living costs are relatively inexpensive. Local […]
8 Things I Learned While Living in a Yurt Full Time
Outside of my little yurt in Virginia, the wind is howling. Beyond my flimsy fabric walls, it is extremely cold. However, it is quite warm inside my small yurt roundhouse, […]
Australian-Built Tilly Delivers Full-Size Family Living in Just 27 Feet
When most people think of tiny houses, they imagine solo adventurers or couples seeking minimalist lifestyles. The Tilly model from Aspire Tiny Homes challenges that assumption entirely. This thoughtfully designed […]
How to Deal with Coyotes on Your Homestead
Do you occasionally see glowing eyes staring at you from the underbrush at night and hear high-pitched yips? You most likely have some coyotes around, and you’re probably wondering how […]
9 Reasons You Have Slugs (What Attracts Slugs?)
Slugs are one of the biggest pests in your garden. Since they reproduce pretty quickly, no amount of catching or baiting will get rid of your slug problem. That means […]
Gardeners Guide to Newspaper Mulch
Newspaper makes a great mulch. No matter what type of plants you have, newspaper provides the same benefits as other mulches. Not to mention it’s also DIY-friendly and cost-effective! In […]