Vintage Americana

Today we're going to talk about looking down the road. Way, way down the road. The Barn Geek Woodlot Management by  Coppicing Sproutlands , by William Bryant Logan Brent Hull is carrying the torch for building better, historically informed homes. Without foam. See his new series " New House, Old Soul ." Regenerative Farmers of America Livestock Breed Conservancy Free Farm House Plans by Jay Osbour...

How and why to treasure carbon on your farmstead Vintage Americana Podcast Ep. 2 -  Coppice, Pollard, and Hedge Vintage Americana Podcast Ep. 36 -  Hedged in: An Interview with Jim Jones Hugulkultur in Permaculture Shaun and Beth Dougherty's Website - Beth is the queen of carbon hoarding www.vintageamericanapodcast.com www.brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast instagram.com/...

Tolkien might have been the first to articulate what is so awful about The Machine. Let's explore the concept and how to resist. James Poulos's  Substack Paul Kingsnorth -  The Tale of the Machine The  2023 Front Porch Republic Conference James Kunstler's  website . (Not always entirely safe for work or other environments) vintageamericanapodcast.com instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast bramblebe...

Let's explore the inherent value in being nonconformist. The early page for Ridge Runner's new Appalachian developments Tales From the Green Valley on YouTube A Q&A on The Benedict Option Janie's Mill vintageamericanapodcast.com brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow

Let's talk about setting some goals. We're going to focus less on "resolutions" and more on growth and learning. The Prairie Homestead Cookbook Raising Heritage Livestock Knit Like a Latvian Lost Art Press on Hand Tool Woodworking Don't forget to grab a journal and make your own list! vintageamericanapodcast.com brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow instagram.com/vintageamericana...

Let's make some cocoa , and explore Christmas traditions around America. Bright Morning Star Apple Stack Cake St. Lucia Celebration at Gustavus Adolphus Swedish woven heart baskets Straw Ornaments Mexican Wedding Cakes Joe Froggers Bronners instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow brambleberrymeadow.com

Let's have a little chat about vernacular architecture, why it's important, and how to conserve it. A list of references on American Vernacular Architecture , just to get you started. Sound issues persist, and I promise I'm working on it. I hope to have my DAW working correctly soon.

A reading of the seasonal story by L. M. Montgomery I apologize for some glitchy sound. My sound set-up is fighting with me since the last Windows update. I'm doing my best to get it fixed!

Let's explore some of the concepts put forth by The Front Porch Republic . Up first: Is Localism inherently agrarian? "Where Roots Run Deep" - Vintage Americana Podcast on local history Some thoughts on "I'll Take My Stand" "Staying Put" by Scott Russell Sanders is easily available from used booksellers. The same is true of "Thomas Jefferson's Farm Book" vintageamericanapodcast.com brambleberrymea...

The choice for this year is M.R. James' "Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad." instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow www.vintageamericanapodcast.com www.brambleberrymeadow.com

Let's talk today about day trips and how they help you come to better appreciate place. A few things I mentioned in today's podcast: Travel Photography Tips Restless Viking YouTube Channel Barn Quilt Trails Michigan One Room Schoolhouse Association Hocking Hills Orchard Come visit me: www.vintageamericanapodcast.com www.brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow instagram.com/vintagea...

Let's talk about why (and how!) to go to a craft retreat Some to check out: Ohio Quilt Retreat Center Knitting Traditions Retreats The Inn At East Hill Farm Cross Stitch Retreats Christmas in Williamsburg Retreats Co . - Quilting and Knitting Retreats This is just a small sampling of the events that happen every year.

Today, let's talk about how to pass on those skills you've sent so much time acquiring. Come visit me: brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow

Using your craft skills and found things to decorate for cooler weather Pinecone and Acorn Wreath Knit Pumpkins Waxed Leaf Fall Garland Acorn Quilted Table Runner Pattern www.brambleberrymeadow.com www.vintageamericanapodcast.com instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast

Why Craftsmanship involves attention to tools and materials. Absolute History , on Youtube, has all the episodes of Victorian Farm, Edwardian Farm, and the other shows. Alexander Langlands' Craeft www.vintageamericanapodcast.com www.brambleberrymeadow.com instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast

Let's talk about the difference, and why both are important. For learning to sew, Gertie is still an excellent resource And for heirloom sewing, Martha Pullen is still the queen Inspirations magazine The Embroiderer's Guild of America American Quilter's Society The Internet Archive

Small batch thinking to use up the last of the garden's glory. Vanilla Strawberry Shrub Making Fruit Vinegar Fruit Kvass Blueberry Syrup (with canning instructions) Green Tomato Mincemeat Cherry Conserves "Fix the Pumps" book "River Cottage Preserves Handbook" Some tips on the jellying point Fermented Berries

Let's talk about some vintage ways to enjoy the last golden days of summer. Horseshoe Rules Croquet Rules Sweet Corn Ice Cream White Mountain , the classic hand-crank ice cream maker

Unlike last week, this show has lots of links. Explore the options below for helping you build a slow fashion wardrobe. Of the national brands you might recognize, your best bets might be Brooks Brothers, L.L. Bean, or Duluth Trading. Hit outlets or clearance sales if you can. For jeans, if you're looking for well made, genuine denim, I have a couple of suggestions. or men, Texas Jeans. For men an...

This week, we'll talk about the pursuit of hard things - and why you shouldn't stop at learning the basics.

What does it mean, and why do you need it for successful homestead livestock husbandry? South Poll Cattle Idaho Pastured Pigs The Pasture Project Some Livestock Conservancy Breeds for Grass Fed Dairy production\ www.brambleberrymeadow.com www.vintageamericanapodcast.com www.instagram.com/brambleberrymeadow/ www.instagram.com/vintageamericanapodcast/

Today's episode is more science and less sociology. Let's talk about soil microbiomes. Genesis No-Till Drill A primer on seed drills by Johnny's Selected Seeds A Permies forum on Seed Drills Always visit Permies when you have these kinds of questions Zili Jab Seeder Soil Health Academy Millborn Seeds - one of many good sources for cover crop seeds

Today's episode is more of the "rant" format. Let's talk about visually stunning social media accounts, aspirations, and whether such content can be "toxic." I don't really have much in the way of links for you this week. But I do invite you to leave me a comment on the site, or on my instagram account and tell me what you think.

Last weekend, I went to the Homestead Festival in Columbia, TN. This is my review - and some advice if you opt to go to next year's festival. The Homestead Festival Jill Winger's The Prairie Homestead Dr. Temple Grandin's Autism Information Dr. Grandin's Animal Handling Information Justin Rhodes of Abundant Permaculture Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

Let's muse today on trying to escape the clutches of coporatized consumerist culture and live lives on a human scale. Farmhouse Fabrics Barnyard Knits Be cautious of local cleaning products. Lots of people sell "homemade laundry detergent," that's basically grated soap with a couple other ingredients. Soaps are a bad idea in modern washing machines. There is a fundamental difference between "soap"...