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Frugal Living

How to Get the Best Recycled and Reclaimed Building Materials

Modern homesteading takes the wisdom of the past and blends it with the innovations of the present, but there are lots of ways to go about it. Here are some inspirational views of what the modern homesteading movement is all about. Where do you find yourself in it all?

The Honest Meaning of Modern Homesteading

Reader Feature: Living Your Homestead Values with Jozie of Playful Heart Homestead

Get a better idea of what it really costs to build a homestead from scratch. Check out our cordwood house and learn the true cost to build from start to finish.

“What Next?”: The 5 Important Things We’re Doing AFTER Building a House

Creating less waste and reducing plastic is great, but how do you start? These 13 items are totally normal and easy ways to reduce waste besides just ditching straws. #zerowaste #reduceplastic #wastefree #reusableitems #reusablebags #plasticalternatives

13 Easy and Totally Normal Items That Reduce Plastic Waste (besides straws)

Reader suggestions for even more ways to save money on building supplies. I wish we'd done more of number 3!

7 More Awesome Ways to Save Money on Building Supplies

Making the decision to stay home with your kids, pursue creative ventures, or just quit the rate race isn't always easy. Here's what you should do before you make the leap. #stayathomemom #personalfinance #oneincome

“Should I Quit My Job?”: Questions to Ask When You Want to Opt Out

We're building our own home, off-grid, from scratch and are sharing the knowledge we've gathered along the way. Build the life you want without blowing your budget to do it. Learn how and more here.

6 Reasons You Might Blow Your Construction Budget (and how to avoid it)

Zero-waste seed markers, FREE containers, and buckets full of great container gardening ideas!

Container Gardening Ideas For Beginners

What you need to consider when you look at land for setting up a new homestead #homesteading #buyingland

18 Essential Factors To Consider When Choosing A Homestead

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I’m Emily! Together with my husband Mark and our son we built a cordwood house totally off the grid with our own hands. Our goal is to help others learn how to live a simpler, more self-sufficient life. Join us!

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I’m Emily! Together with my husband Mark and our son we built a cordwood house totally off the grid with our own hands. Our goal is to help others learn how to live a simpler, more self-sufficient life. Join us!

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