Simple Tools. Real Life. Honest Recommendations
in the kitchen
From cast iron to canning jars, this is where homestead living begins. Here you’ll find our favorite tools, gadgets, and pantry staples that help us cook from scratch, preserve the harvest, and keep meals simple and nourishing.
in the garden
Whether you’re growing in rows, raised beds, or containers, these are the tools and supplies we rely on season after season. Seeds we love, soil amendments, trellising ideas, and more—straight from our garden to yours.
around the homestead
Everyday life on the homestead takes a little bit of everything. Here you’ll find our go-to items for building, organizing, and simplifying life—from fencing and feed bins to boots and buckets.
soap making staples
These are the supplies we trust for making small-batch goat milk soap—molds, oils, tools, and natural colorants. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your process, these picks will help keep your soap making smooth and satisfying.
Beekeeping
Beekeeping has been one of the most rewarding (and humbling) parts of our journey. This list includes tried-and-true equipment, hive tools, protective gear, and books that helped us get started—and keep going.
raising goats
From milk stands to minerals, this is everything we use and recommend for keeping happy, healthy goats. We’re sharing the gear, feed, and supplements that work well on our small herd of dairy girls.
raising chickens
Chickens were our first step into homesteading—and they still make us smile every day. Here’s a list of feeders, waterers, coops, supplements, and extras that help us raise healthy, productive hens.
raising meat birds
Raising meat birds is a fast-paced, rewarding part of homesteading that fills our freezer and keeps us connected to our food. This section includes the tools, feeders, housing, and processing gear we rely on for healthy birds and a smooth, respectful harvest.