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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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Make 2021 Amazing with a Yule Prosperity Candle
What is a yule prosperity candle and why do you need to make some this holiday season? This is a yule pagan tradition that involves
Mexican Engineer Creates Earthquake Resistant Houses from Recycled Plastic
If there’s one thing I know about the Mexican people it’s that they’re great of making something out of nothing. I’ve personally seen some really
Combat Seasonal Allergies with DIY Lymphatic Drainage Massage
It’s only January and almost everyone in Austin is suffering from Cedar allergies! A few nights ago I met with some natural health friends at Brave
Couple Builds Amazing Cordwood House for Less than $5,000
Build your own home! Doing it yourself is always the most rewarding way to do it! Especially when you can build your own home with
You’re Probably Watering Your Garden Wrong. Here’s Why…
Are your plants just not happy and you don’t know why–? It could be that you’re watering wrong. But–HOW can you water “wrong”? You just
HomeBiogas: Home-sized biogas unit turns waste into fuel!
HomeBiogas is a sustainable solution to natural gas, that is focused on bringing a redesigned, efficient, and lower cost version to mass production. This will
How to Make a Self-Fertilizing Hay Bale Garden Bed
I’ve recently found an even better idea than straw bale gardening, and that is hay bale gardening! Straw bales are usually comprised of stalks of
How Yoga Benefits the Mind and Soul
a guest post by Frank Apodaca of TheSleepJudge.com In the bustling society we inhabit today, it is nice to take the time to unwind and relax
The One Thing to Invest In For a Successful Garden
It’s Winter, and many of us are starting to plan our Spring gardens. When funds are limited, however–you may constantly be asking yourself, “What’s the
We Accept Cryptocurrency: Updates from the Homestead Guru
After many requests and some time to make it happen, The Homestead Guru is finally accepting cryptocurrency! There’s a gap between the crypto and homesteading
Ancient Buildings Used to Make Ice in the Desert: Yakhchals
There is a traditional Persian dessert called faloodeh, made with thin rice noodles, topped with a near-frozen syrup of sugar, rose water, and lime juice. It’s
Eggs Unchilled & Unwashed: Why Mexico and Europe Do Eggs Smarter than the U.S.
For most living in the United States, washed, refrigerated eggs are the norm and are actually considered safer by most people. What if I told