Hearth & HomesteaderStart before the acres
You can start homesteading before you own land.
Read the guideLand · skills · family
Build a more independent life. Together.
Practical ideas for families starting small, learning useful skills, and planning a place to share.
Start with the journal Explore useful suppliesFrom the journal
Browse all guidesThree questions before the land
Before your family buys land, compare these three priorities.
Read the guideCount the hours first
Count the hours before you count the acres.
Read the guideUseful supplies, with a purpose
Start with the project. Then decide whether you need anything new.
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Oxford composition notebooks · 12-pack
For project notes and separate household wish lists. This is a bulk 12-pack; choose it only if several people will use the notebooks. Use what you already have when it works.
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A small seed-starting option for day one's growing experiment. Check your light, available space, and the seeds' needs before choosing a tray. Use what you already have when it works.
View product on AmazonDEWALT TSTAK deep tool box · DWST17806
For giving everyday tools a single storage home. Compare its size with your tools and storage space; the box does not replace safe storage practices. Use what you already have when it works.
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