Learning to be more self-sufficient, reducing waste and discovering lost skills in homesteading – for a simpler, slower life.
My biggest goal is to own an acreage one day, that myself and family can explore more options within being self-sufficient as possible, and live with maybe a tad less stress. I currently work a corporate job, which I actually quite enjoy, but would like a little more than our suburbs house on evenings and... Continue Reading →
So it has been more than two years since I have added a post, very, very slack of me. I haven't been sitting idle, twiddling my thumbs for those couple of years, that's for sure. The plan has been to get back to the blog with lots of fresh material! I will update my goals and more... Continue Reading →
My little Snow Peas are reaching for the stars (or the sun?) I am going to have to invest in a taller teepee for them to climb very soon! My Zucchini are growing nicely and will need to be transplanted very soon, before they outgrow the pots! I am so excited that my watermelon seed... Continue Reading →
A beautiful wreath you can bake yourself! x <<< Click on this link. Courtesy of Country Style Magazine.
I made some chips for tea recently that I love doing a lot! I had some potatoes that needed to be used (not home-grown unfortunately) so I thought I would make some chips rather than use the ones from the freezer. I added some olive oil to a bowl with some salt, all spice and rosemary... Continue Reading →
I pruned my roses a while ago and I'm loving how they are coming back! There are so many flowers on my climbing rose, that I am running out of places to cut and put them! Aren't they beautiful? x
Look at my little dears, they're going gang-busters! I am still in awe at how quickly they grow! From seed planted to where they are now is only 2.5 weeks, astounding! x
This is a lovely recipe that combines the sweet taste of the peas, with the yummy crunch of the cashews. I love the taste of the salty nuts in with foods that are sweet, and this recipe is a great one for it! Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a wok or large frying... Continue Reading →
What is the answer to the age old question, what do you do with the old vanity when you renovate the bathroom? Turn it into a potting bench of course! My partner had the idea to bring it outside and I am so glad he did! Not only are the cupboards and drawers so handy,... Continue Reading →
I have now planted four snow peas around my little home-made teepee. I wasn't sure what I was going to make them from at first, then I found a stack of bamboo stakes that we weren't using stashed in the shed. Add a bit of string and wallah, instant teepee! Snow peas are so easy... Continue Reading →
Our Hills Homestead - An Adventure In Food & Gardening 