Frugally Sustainable
A Resource for All Things Frugal and Sustainable
The windows of the house are open. The cooler fall breeze is blowing in. I hear my little hens clucking peacefully just outside of my living room. And the light of the day is slowly dipping below the horizon. There will be darkness soon. For this house the darkness is intentional, because today (with the …
I love fall! I think I’ve said that enough over the past couple of weeks…but I can’t help it! I love the chill in the air, the leaves, and the peaceful rhythm it brings. I love the smell of fall (you know what I’m talking about). And, I really love the foods of fall: apples, …
If you live in an urban or suburban area and you raise chickens, you understand the plethora of consumer “must haves” targeted at us. Things like super cool $300 plastic coops and $10 bottles of egg-wash. (Trust me I am not knockin’ you if you have these items, I’m trying to illustrate a point.) All …
If you have read About Me page you know that our desire as a family is to move in the direction of production. We long to shun the consumer culture that has become so prevalent in our day and replace it with sustainable practices. Yes, that means we will live these values even if they …
Did you know that a good percentage of ear infections are caused by viruses? And, the infection caused by a virus will not respond to antibiotics. In fact, the body will usually heal itself and the viral infection will go away on its own. The goal with treatment of a viral ear infection is symptom …
It seems like these days a lot of people have their own version of homemade laundry soap. And I think it’s great! Many people are beginning to realize just how frugal it is to make your own. We’re talking pennies per load! Throughout my laundry soap making journey, I have been through several different powder, …
