Category: DIY/ Projects

  • Five Simple Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like Fall Naturally 🍁

    Cassidy

    There’s something magical about the first hints of fall—the crisp air, the soft golden light, and the little changes around the homestead that tell you the season is shifting. While we’re still enjoying warm days, I’ve been finding simple ways to bring that cozy fall feeling indoors without candles or store-bought decor. Here are my… Read more

  • My Embroidery Journey With Homesteading

    Cassidy

    Being a student and a mom living the homestead life means my days are pretty full—and honestly, sometimes a little crazy. Between school assignments, taking care of my kiddo during naps and bedtime, and all the work that goes into keeping up with the garden, animals, and projects around the homestead, free time feels like… Read more

  • Projects That *Hopefully* Won’t Make You Melt

    Cassidy

    Let’s be honest—this heat has totally paused any of our bigger homestead projects. No one is out here digging trenches or building fence lines when the air feels like soup. But we’re still managing to chip away at a few small things that are actually doable when it’s blazing outside. Frozen Treat Prep for the… Read more

  • Upcoming Projects: DIY PVC Feeders and Rainwater Collection on the Homestead

    Cassidy

    Wow, this week was a doozy — rain, rain, and more rain! Not just a little sprinkle, but the kind that turns your whole yard into a mud pit. Our ducks and geese? Totally loving it. Mud everywhere, happy honks all day long. Honestly, they’re living their best muddy life. But for us humans, the… Read more

  • From Coops to Compost: Tips and Tricks for Reusing Waste

    Cassidy

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    On a homestead, nothing goes to waste if you can help it. One of our favorite ways to close the loop is by turning used duck coop straw, kitchen scraps, and even rabbit droppings into rich, usable compost. It’s not just practical—it’s part of building a self-sustaining cycle that supports our garden and reduces waste.… Read more

  • Our Last Addition (Maybe)- Nutmeg!

    Cassidy

    There’s a new fluffy face here at G’s Homestead—say hello to Nutmeg, our sweet Rex buck! At just 7 weeks old, he’s the tiniest (and softest) member of the crew, and already full of curiosity and charm. Nutmeg is a Rex rabbit, a breed my husband absolutely loves—and it’s easy to see why. Their velvety-soft… Read more

  • Duck Coop Diaries: It’s Coming Together

    Cassidy

    The duck coop is really starting to take shape. It’s been a steady process, but we’ve officially crossed some major items off the list, and the structure is finally looking like a real home for the flock. What’s Done So Far Still on the To-Do List Photo HighlightsHere’s a look at what we’ve accomplished so… Read more

  • Duck Coop Diaries: The Build has Begun

    Cassidy

    Lately here on the homestead, we made a big step forward in our duck setup: the new coop is officially being built! 🛠️ If you’ve been following along for this blogs short journey, you know our ducks are a beloved part of our little farm. Their current coop has served us well, but with more… Read more

  • Breaking Ground: Spring on the Homestead

    Cassidy

    Spring has arrived, and with it, the exciting start of new projects on our homestead! As we take the first steps in building our dreams, we’re also making important upgrades to the homestead, including constructing a new duck coop, starting seeds, and preparing the garden beds for a productive growing season. Building a New Duck… Read more