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If you enjoy coffee, you’re probably aware that the only way to get the full flavor and aroma of is to grind the beans yourself. That’s why today we’re talking about a topic I’m personally passionate about, hand crank coffee grinders. While large electric grinders are effective at home, a manual coffee grinder is necessary…
Fresh pasta isn’t as simple as heating a package of fettuccini or bow-tie pasta. Freshly rolled pasta strands are thick, soft, springy, and, quite frankly, stunning. There’s a reason many home cooks strive for the homemade pasta merit badge. Here are the best hand crank pasta makers that we tested! And you can prepare it…
It might be frightening to be alone in the dark when the lights go out, whether you are secure at home or on a camping vacation. The issue can worsen if there aren’t any candles to light or batteries to power a regular flashlight. However, you can use a hand-crank flashlight to light up the…
Before modern kitchen tools and appliances were created, cooking was much simpler. People didn’t use a ton of tech to prepare dinner every day. They just used simple mechanics! Thankfully, many of these tools are still on the market, and we’ve put together the perfect list! Our 6 hand crank kitchen tools are still surprisingly…
Occasionally you find the perfect off grid cabin—and this is just that! This tiny house features a living roof, giant floor-to-ceiling windows, and Japanese-inspired decor. It was designed by the incredibly talented: David Coulson Design. Want to see more cabins we’re loving? We’ve got an entire section dedicated to it! The Exterior of the Tiny…
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 despite having a deadline to finish it before winter. The home’s owner films the entire design and construction process on his YouTube channel Hay…
Chickens are tough creatures. However, if they aren’t kept warm enough, laying hens may stop producing eggs, and weaker flock members will get sick. Therefore, if you have chickens, you’ll need to keep them warm this winter. Thankfully, there are a ton of different ways to keep chickens warm. Some farmers even have heat lamps…
Garlic is an incredibly easy plant to grow. The crop is hearty, and after purchasing bulbs once, you can continue to use them. However, many people do not know that planting garlic in the fall is an excellent way to have a larger harvest. Let’s get into our beginner’s guide on planting garlic in the…
If it’s your first time buying land, you might be overwhelmed. Don’t worry, that’s normal. In fact, in 2020, I was in your shoes, and most definitely in over my head. So here’s my definitive guide for first-time and expert land owners. This is my beginner’s guide to buying land in Florida! Every state has…
Tiny houses are one of the most popular types of homes. And it’s easy to see why. They’re economical, easy to clean, cheaper than a normal home, and just as comfortable as a normal home. However, finding land suitable for building a tiny home can be tough. So here are some of the best tips…
