The Homestead Challenge Podcast | Suburban Homesteading, Gardening, Food From Scratch, Sustainable Living

Canning is still a thing! We can and preserve food in order to make healthier choices, save a little cash, and have FUN! So why in the world did I find myself crying over canning during my first canning season? I made a few mistakes that definitely made things harder on myself. Canning really is NOT hard! And it is not scary. Listen to this episode for my canning confessionals and learn from my mi...

I want to help you conquer the clutter and create a kitchen that works for YOU (not the way Pinterest tells you it should look). In this episode, I uncover: Why tackling your kitchen now is key before the busy spring/summer season hits. Forget one-size-fits-all solutions: Learn how to design a system that reflects your preferences and lifestyle based on the  Clutterbug Organizing Styles . Actionab...

Today, we have a special guest – Emily from Faithful Family Farmer, a powerhouse who's successfully navigating the realms of homesteading, motherhood, and running a thriving skincare business.  Curious about ozonated skincare? Emily breaks it down for us, explaining what it is and how it stands out amongst other natural skincare. Moving through the process of transitioning from conventional skinca...

Now, before you start questioning my homesteader credentials, let me share my Azure Standard story and talk about why I still shop on Amazon sometimes. Don't hate me for shopping on Amazon – I've got some valuable insights to share! We ALL know we should be shopping locally first. But sometimes, ya girl just needs a good deal or I need something FAST! Have you ever got that random last-minute itch...

Today, I'm listing 10 habits to seamlessly integrate homesteading into your everyday life. Instead of thinking of homesteading as all of these "BIG" things to learn like canning, sourdough, or even chickens, let's start with a few things that we can incorporate immediately that will lead to success in our homesteads. There is huge value in creating home habits and systemizing your life before addi...

This episode is a reminder not to fall into the comparison trap that can easily steal your joy and lead to guilt. Everyone's homesteading journey is completely different, and I am all about homesteading that is tailor-made to fit YOUR modern life, no one else's.  Don’t force homesteading activities you don't enjoy. Don’t let others steal your joy when they point out that what you are doing isn’t g...

Phones aren’t inherently bad. Instead of mindless scrolling, let's make our phone time count. Phones are seriously cool tools! We need to use them to our advantage and make the most of our screen time to help achieve our homesteading goals. Featured Apps for Modern Homesteaders Thrive Market, White Oak Pastures, Local Grocery Store App Ovia (Cycle Tracker) 1000 Hours Outside PlantNet (Plant Identi...

Feeling overwhelmed with the daily grind and convinced you don't have time for DIY cleaning products and researching natural alternatives? I get it. But is that really true? I am not an expert, but we can all agree that minimizing toxic chemicals in our homes is a step towards a healthier lifestyle. Do your own research before making changes in your home. I'll guide you through 7 ways to go toxic-...

Welcome to the first episode of Homestead Confessions, where I bare it all about the mistakes I've made on my homesteading journey so you can avoid them. Today, we're diving into the world of homestead shopping – a battle between consumerism and frugality. Got those holiday gift cards burning a hole in your pocket? Before you splurge, listen up! This episode is your guide to responsible homestead...

Make Your Homestead Goals HAPPEN in 2024! In this episode, we ditch resolutions and jump into action. No more setting vague goals; it's time to make your homesteading dreams a reality in 2024. Crafting a plan that sticks is the key. Spend less time planning, and more time doing. By setting actionable plans, we can avoid constantly thinking about what needs to be done, and JUST DO IT. Let's get rea...

Is herbalism part of your New Year's Resolutions this Year? In this episode: Learn about incorporating herbalism into daily routines as a resolution in ways that are easy (and not scary!) Discover the easiest herbs to get started with, proving that popular choices can indeed be effective. The New Year marks a fresh start, and what better way to embrace natural, sustainable living than by diving in...

Are you looking to further your homesteading journey on the go? In this episode: This quick and actionable episode gives three tips on how we can use our time on the go to further our homestead goals! Whether you are waiting in the school pick-up line, for grocery pick-up, or on a commute, let's make use of our time! Instead of scrolling, let's learn and DO!  Let's make the most of our time and ma...

What homesteading things do you ACTUALLY want to do? In this episode: We will hone in on the homesteading things that we actually want to do, and let go of everything that doesn't align with our goals. We cannot do it all, and let's be honest, we don't even want to! Let's make more time for the homestead things we love, and ditch the rest. 2024 is going to be a major year for us to accomplish goal...

Do you feel like you never have time to cook from scratch the way you want to? Tried diving into the homesteading lifestyle only to end up feeling burnt out? Maybe you're not even sure where to start. Are you ready to navigate the world of homesteading in a way that suits your modern life, using your talents and interests (not just what the internet tells you you need to do)? In this podcast, you...