Today I share a couple of reviews of my top four books, and how they have been useful to me so far. These are also four books that I would happily recommend to anyone starting out on the homesteading journey.
Books to Inspire Your Off-Grid Journey
Progress Update on My Off-Grid Projects
Today I share an update on the significant progress made over the past months transforming a shed into an off-grid home. Key projects include power and water installation, insulation, heating, and plans for plumbing, showcasing a rewarding DIY journey filled with lessons learned.
Preparing for Change: My 2025 Homesteading Goals
In 2025, I will embark on significant changes, including home renovations and building infrastructure on my property. I plan to recycle materials, balance self-sufficiency with financial viability, and prepare gardens for my first spring. I also reflect on adaptability and set goals for completing essential tasks before moving in, including preparations for a party.
Homesteader’s 2nd Anniversary: Updates, Progress, and Future Plans
In today’s post, I celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Vandemonian Homesteader, and I briefly talk about the journey so far. I also explain what I'm doing about the upcoming move onto the bush block and bring you up to speed on my ongoing projects.
How to Potato storage bin D.I.Y
In todays post, I talk about how and why you should store your spuds properly. I even share some plans that would allow you to make your own potato hopper/bin. I also give a brief update and introduce my new dog, Natasha.
Maximizing Indoor Propagation Station for Winter Gardening
Today I talk about adding some needed upgrades to my indoor propagation station and share some things you should consider for your own. I also provide an update on the goings on of the backyard and my various projects.
Gardening app review
In today’s post, I will share the past week’s activities and begin reviewing some gardening apps in search of a digital gardening journal to help manage my garden. Beginning with five apps, I whittle them down to two.
The first of the treated pine beds!
Today, I will talk about making garden beds on a budget and provide instructions on building a basic sleeper garden bed. I explain why I chose treated pine sleepers over untreated timber, and I explain the toxic treatment some wood goes through and how you can avoid it.
Compost 101
G’day, welcome back to the Vandemonian homesteader! This week, I’ve been busy setting up a new compost heap. I’ll show you how to make a simple chicken wire composter, and I will let you know what to put in it so you can make fantastic compost for your garden. Cheers!
Upcycling timber pallets
Welcome back to the Vandemonian Homesteader. It's autumn in Hobart, and today, I upcycle a wooden pallet into a planter box for a new herb garden. I also share tips on finding free or cheap wood for your projects at home.
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