
Draw on squash and pumpkins by scarring them prior to harvest so you have homegrown décor to use throughout autumn and early winter.

An easy alternative to canning or drying foods is to preserve them by freezing.

Planters for your container garden can weigh heavy on your pocketbook, but this DIY project offers an affordable—and lightweight—option.

Halloween isn’t all goblins and witches—it’s a time to have a little fun with the last harvest of the growing season.

Don’t toss spent eggshells in the trash—put them to work as supplements, pest control, art and more.

As I slowly settle into the farming lifestyle, I’m learning to can the harvest so that I’ll be ready when my garden starts producing.

Keep flies away from your home and animals with these fly repellent ideas.

Log homes often catch the eyes of farmers and homesteaders—but make sure you know what you’re getting before you build.

New to canning? Here's a crash-course on some need-to-know info before you get started.

Make cleaning up carrots, beets, potatoes and other root crops more efficient with this homemade root vegetable washer.

Moving to the farm can take a toll on your children who have to change schools, but helping them know what to expect can smooth the transition.

With simple PVC-pipe construction, you can keep your flock fed and watered without any of the post-meal cleanup.