The urban farming life, man. There's nothing like it. Seven years ago we dove into growing our own food on an acre here in Phoenix, Arizona. It's been seven years of learning & growing with plenty of ups & downs, but we wouldn't change it for the world. There's something magical about gathering eggs, bringing in fresh milk, & … [Read more...]
Follow this One Tip & Know How often to Water ANY Tree
How often should I water my trees? In every nursery, this question is spoken again, each time a new tree is purchased. I used to utter the same words. "How often do I water this tree? Every day? Every week?" The answer to this question is incredibly simple and will help you know, without a doubt, how often to water your … [Read more...]
Which of these 6 Farmhouse Styles are You?
Leave it to me... To want to decorate my house "farmhouse style", then feel overwhelmed with all the different variations and proceed to organize them into "farmstyle categories" so I can decide on the best one. In my defense, the farmhouse style is a tough one to nail down! For some reason, there is a total assumption that if you … [Read more...]
Goat Supplies you need for Raising, Milking, & Kidding
Admit it. The question isn't whether you're going to get goats, the question is which goat supplies you need make it happen. And I'm here to help you do that. Just your regular old goat-enabler over here. Hell bent on convincing everybody to get some goats! Yee-haw! So, whether you're going to get two goats or ten twelve, I'm going to … [Read more...]
DIY Wood Planter Box
We're all about reclaimed wood over here... I love the idea of sustainability, of using something you already have to create something beautiful. Kevin's just happy to be able to not spend money. Typical Kevin. I told him he'd better not get used to the idea of repurposing things. (This is the man that thinks a Tide box is a … [Read more...]
Azure Standard: Is it worth the grocery savings?
I've never been a coupon person. It's not that I don't love to save money (hello thrift stores!), it's just that I hate the idea of scrimping and saving on food. I love good food, and I don't like to cut corners with it. Kevin, on the other hand, would coupon all day till the cows come home. I remember our very first shopping trip … [Read more...]
Removing Goat Horns naturally with Clove Oil
Can you actually stop horn growth with clove oil? That was the question I had when my friend Angela from Parisienne Farmgirl shared this new research with me. It seemed impossible. Goat horns are tough little buggers. And the old method (which involves burning the newly formed buds) was working fine for us, though to be honest, it's … [Read more...]
RECIPE | Jicama Slaw
What do you do when you've got cabbage haters in the house? You make jicama slaw, that's what! I feel like jicama is that forgotten introvert friend who quietly sits on the couch during parties. "Oh there you are, Jicama! How could I have forgotten about you!" If you're not familiar with jicama, it's a root vegetable that can … [Read more...]
Goat Butter: Making Butter with Goat’s Milk
Making homemade goat butter may seem impossible... But, friend, I'm here to show you how it's done. Because I love you. And because I love butter. Goat butter, that is. Problem is, goat cream is complicated. Goat's milk is naturally homogenized. Meaning, the cream won't rise to the top and separate like in cow's milk. On one side, this is … [Read more...]
Convert your Pool into a Natural Swimming Pool (with hydrogen peroxide)
When I suggested we build a natural swimming pool and Kevin came home with an above ground pool... Let's just say I wasn't in the best of mood. Here I was, dreaming about a beach front entry, natural rock borders, and gorgeous plants to naturally filter the water while Kevin was dreaming about "putting that thar plastic up on them sticks and … [Read more...]
How much space do you need to raise goats?
"Can I have a goat in my apartment?"... Is, believe it or not, one of the most common questions I get asked. The answer? Um, probably not, unless by 'apartment', you mean 'large backyard'. When we lived in a small condo with an even smaller backyard, I desperately wanted a goat...or two. I had heard that goat's milk was incredibly healthy … [Read more...]
How to Build a Greenhouse! {everything you need to get started}
Ready to learn how to build a greenhouse? While greenhouses were once only used by commercial farmers, they are now a common sight in backyards and gardens around the world. This is because there is now a wide variety of materials available as well as pre-made kits! Now everybody is wondering how to build a greenhouse, and I don't … [Read more...]
VIDEO | Spring 2016 Backyard Farm Tour
Life on our little backyard farm... Man, I love it. I love this little farm so much I want to marry it. Poop n' all. You gotta make sacrifices in marriage. Where am I going with this? Oh right, farming. The fact that I love it. Growing your own food rocks. I'm still blown away at how providing our own eggs, milk, meat, … [Read more...]
Planning Your Garden: The Best Vegetables For Full Sun, Partial Sun and Shade
I truly believe that half the battle in gardening is... choosing the correct location for your fruits and veggies. For years I just planted wherever and prayed things would survive. A lot of times, things didn't. I've since learned to spot the various "microclimates" in my garden. Some plants LOVE the sun and can't get enough of it. … [Read more...]
How to Build a Chicken Tractor
So you want to raise chickens for meat? Good for you! Home-raised chicken meat is amazing, and truly a different food that what you purchase at the store. I guarantee that you'll raise healthier and happier chickens if you raise them in a chicken tractor. You'll also reduce your feed costs and fertilize your yard at the same … [Read more...]
How to make a Wild Yeast Starter {To Rise Bread Naturally}
Have you ever wondered how people made bread BEFORE packaged yeast? Magical yeast fairies, maybe? Um, no. Not really. The history of bread-making is incredibly fascinating. Wild yeast exists all around us. It lives on plants, in your home, even on your skin. But, no worries, we're not using skin yeast to make this bread. At least not … [Read more...]
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