The Homestead Guru
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The Homestead Guru was a project born by people who love talking about and trying practical solutions. We have hundreds of articles on all things practical and have built a sort of community over the years for those who want to learn and grow along with us.
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Winter is Coming – How to Heat Your Homestead
Heating the Homestead Efficiently According to the U.S Department of Energy, heating and cooling together are the largest energy expense, accounting for a hefty 48%
UN Report Says Small-Scale Organic Farming Only Way To Feed The World
How to Actually End World Hunger? With all of the technological advances in the agricultural industry, why are we facing increasing health problems? An even
Pesticides & Monsanto In the Cannabis Industry Are Leaving Users At Risk
As legalization sweeps the nation, growers running big operations geared for profit are using pesticides on their plants to maximize their yield. Colorado’s Governor advised
What if Perpetual Motion and Free Energy Machines Could Power Your Homestead?
Sustainable and affordable energy is a must have for any successful off-the-grid homestead. Solar tends to be the go-to technology, but with its high price
What is a Flower Essence? Feature on Turks Cap
Catherine and her friend Juliet talk about flower essences at Barton Springs in Austin, Texas. Turks Cap is a native Texas flower, named ofter is
Perfect for Beginners Crochet Water Bottle Holder Free Pattern
Crochet Water Bottle Holder Pattern I crocheted up a storm for selling my fiber arts at a conference in February called Anarchapulco. This year featured
7 Simple DIY Root Cellars – Keep Your Food Fresh With No Electricity
As you dig into the earth, you will find that the soil becomes increasingly cool. This is because the sun’s hot light is unable to
What WEEDS Tell Us and Why We Should Care
For many a homesteader or gardener, weeds can be a major topic of conversation. They should be—but maybe not for the reasons you think! I’m
Lily’s Smuggled Italian Sausage Sandwiches
Recently left our beloved Acapulco and we took a trip southward to Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca. While we were there we ate some really good
Are Tire Gardens Toxic? A Wheely Good Safety Analysis
This post is inspired by our Guru community in a discussion among gardeners on whether or not its a good idea to grow vegetable gardens
5 Must-Have Tools for Maintaining Your Garden
Gardens are one home project where you can measure success by answering the question, do you want to work harder or smarter. The work is
Turn Your Truck Bed Into a Tent for Camping
Want to make camping more simple without sacrificing space or amenities? Why not make or buy your own truck bed tent for camping! They’re great