The Homestead Guru
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We help you unleash the guru, inside you.
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.
Here we aren’t here to be your gurus. We are here to help you learn how to be your own guru, while we become our own gurus. Thank you for being here.


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Shedding the Dread: One Woman’s Tips for Brushing Out Dreadlocks
Internationally speaking, dreadlocks are a symbol. A symbol of rebellion, a symbol of one’s love for cannabis or for some a symbol of their culture.

Jonah Larson: Crochet Prodigy Spreads His Wealth With Crafting
Crochet Prodigy Jonah Larson Crochet has been one of the most fascinating and beneficial hobbies I’ve undertaken in my adult life. My only regret really

This is Why Your Compost Stinks
You started out with good intentions–wanting to create richer soil for your garden and reduce your waste. Maybe you even bought the pretty compost crock

How to Cook With Acorns + 4 Recipes
Acorns used to be a major food source for Native American—and with good reason. They were everywhere, were easy to gather, and stored fairly well

How, When, and WHY to Prune Your Fruit Trees
Did you know the ideal time to prune your fruit trees is in mid- to late winter, before the sap starts to “wake up” from

Best Damn Strawberry Jello Ever
This recipe has 5 simple ingredients but is, no joke, the best damn strawberry jello I’ve ever had. I’ve loved jello and gummies my whole

Anti-Inflammatory Juice Recipe With Added Essential Oils
When you drink juice, highly concentrated vitamins, minerals and enzymes rapidly enter the bloodstream absorbing all of the nutritional benefits of the fruits and vegetables

3D Printed Living Tattoo
Scientists at MIT have pushed the boundaries of 3D printing by creating interactive living tattoos. Well, temporary living tattoos anyway. They are stuck to the skin

Rebel Canning: How-to Thrive During the Recession by Canning Butter
Canning Butter Here at The Homestead Guru, we’re all about creative canning ideas. You might remember our recipe/how-to for pressure canning bacon for survival situations.

Victory for Standing Rock – Pipeline to be Rerouted
The US Army Corps of Engineers announced Sunday that they will no longer allow the Dakota Access Pipe Line to be built underneath the Missouri

Gift Wrap Alternatives That You Can Feel Good About
Are you looking for gift wrap alternatives? Me, too. One of the sillier things we do as humans is buying pretty-colored paper, just to throw

How to Build a Pallet Garden in Three Simple Steps
Pallet gardens are a simple, fun, and efficient way to start or expand your garden. Children love participating in this DIY project as well. The
