How to Make Beeswax Candles

How to Make Beeswax Candles

Beeswax candles are a natural alternative to paraffin wax candles. Not only are they better for the environment, but they also produce a cleaner and more fragrant flame. Beeswax is also a superior candle wax because it burns longer and is less likely to create 

How to Sell Homestead & Farm Items on Etsy

How to Sell Homestead & Farm Items on Etsy

Are you looking for a way to sell your homemade homestead or farm-ish products online? If so, Etsy may be the perfect platform for you! In this guide, we will walk you through everything you need to know in order to start selling homemade items 

Acts of Kindness for 2020

Acts of Kindness for 2020

Looking for a kindness list that is safe for social distancing? We see a lot of lists of acts of kindness come out during the holiday season, but in 2020 there are many that don’t apply. We can’t as easily give hugs, visit a local 

How to Upcycle a Flannel Shirt: Six Simple Sewing Projects

How to Upcycle a Flannel Shirt: Six Simple Sewing Projects

With one flannel shirt, you can make up to 6 sewing projects ranging from clothing to gifts to practical items!

How to Make Beeswax Ornaments

How to Make Beeswax Ornaments

Beeswax holiday ornaments are a great gift for friends and family. They are easy to make with just a few simple supplies, and they smell beautiful! You can package your beeswax ornaments into a box with a ribbon for a gift that looks gift store 

How to Render and Clean Beeswax

How to Render and Clean Beeswax

While there are many methods for cleaning and rendering beeswax, this method, described by Starla of Misty Meadows Homestead & Apiary results in beautiful clean wax worthy of all of your beeswax products. We asked her to share with our readers so you too can 

How to Make your Own Lip Balm

How to Make your Own Lip Balm

Homemade lip balm is easy to make and personalize. This recipe uses beeswax and honey for added benefit.

How to Make Pine Cone Fire Starters

How to Make Pine Cone Fire Starters

Pine cone fire starters can offer a safe and reliable option when it comes to getting a good fire started in your fireplace, outdoor oven, or wood stove. Pine cones themselves burn well when dry, and can serve as helpful kindling.  By adding a wick 

How to make Homemade Labels for your Homemade Gifts

How to make Homemade Labels for your Homemade Gifts

This article introduces a variety of options for making homemade labels for your homemade gifts, as well as supplies we love and where to get them. We also share graphic design tools that make labels easy. Homemade holiday gifts can be a huge hit, especially