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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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Leaf Dinnerware to Replace Plastic and Styrofoam
Leaf Dinnerware A University in Thailand has spent the past year developing a new type of waterproof bowl made of leaves. The women behind this leaf

The Woodwide Web: How Mushrooms Invented the Internet
Fascinating new research has revealed that we’re not the only species that use an internet to communicate. Plants may seem like they don’t do much

Toxic Chocolate: Heavy Metals Found in Chocolate, Including Organic Brands!
Beware of toxic chocolate! If you have a sweet tooth and indulge in chocolate often, like I do, the results from chocolate testing might be

“Old Milk” Scent Teaches Consumers to Trust Their Senses Instead of the Expiration Date
Food waste is a global problem and Sweden is no exception. More than 30 percent of the food in Swedish households is wasted, according to

How I Manifest Abundance with Lakshmi Consciousness
Wallowing in Darkness Around a year and a half ago my husband and I found ourselves in a very dark place. We had bought a

The Homesteading Act of 1862 + How to Get Land for Free in 4 US States
Did you know that you can get land for free in several states in the United States? Homesteading Act of 1862, Signed into Law by

Wash Your Clothes While You Work Out with this Bicycle-Powered Washing Machine
Kill two birds with one stone and clean your underwear while you’re at it! That dream could come a reality if student’s at China’s Dalian

New Research: Fasting Fights Cancer & Adds Years to Your Life
In a culture where eating is more a form of entertainment than for sustenance, the idea of fasting isn’t a popular one. However, more studies

The Hidden Life of Ladybugs: Things Learned as a Cannabis Farmer
When one enters into the world of organic gardening one of the first things you face is how to deal with pests. The truth is,

Stunning Foraged Yule Wreath Tutorial to End 2020 Right
Is it really Yule without a Yule Wreath Tutorial? Well it’s officially Yule and I am festive. Yesterday was the solstice and the great conjoining

Dandelions are Food, Not Weeds – Make Salads, Teas and Help Save the Bees
Many gardeners and even your typical home owners view the dandelion as something that causes great trouble or suffering, when it actually provides many great

Build a Hurricane-Proof Home Without Nails, Using Kanawatugi
In Japan, you can see pagodas erected 1500 years ago, withstanding typhoons and earthquakes alike. How are those old buildings still standing? These complex buildings
