As young children, most of us probably read the Little House on the Prairie books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Reading them as an adult helped me to realize how many homemaking and life tips there are in these books! In case you missed it, the 7 Homemaking Tips from...
A few years ago someone commented how much practical wisdom there was in the Little House books. While I enjoyed reading the books as a child, I completely missed most of the practical tips in these books. While our world is in a state of unrest, we can take comfort...
Gardening in the spring is exciting. It’s wonderful to see the snow go away after a long winter and to be able to transplant tomatoes into the garden or to direct snow green beans. However, weeding and harvesting in hot, humid weather is not my favorite part...
Line drying clothing is possible year-round, but it is most pleasant when the weather is warm and sunny. In the United States, most homes have dryers for clothing, but that is not the case in the remainder of the world. In Europe even well-to-do households often do...
Homemaking is one way to help your family–and yourself–with stress. Imagine running errands all day and coming home to a house that was clean, peaceful, and welcoming. Although not necessarily paid for her efforts, the homemaker can contribute much to...
Frozen vegetables are one of my favorite convenience foods. Unlike many other convenience foods, they are very healthy. There are several ways to have frozen vegetables in your home. First, you can grow them and freeze them. Second, you can purchase them from a...
