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SHTF Survival: Clay Pot Refrigeration

Have you ever wondered what our ancestors did without refrigeration? Some of our ancient civilizations did in fact have refrigeration and used simple items they had on hand to create it. Learn how to create your own electric-free refrigeration unit for as little as $10.

25 New Ways to Use Coffee Filters

Who knew that coffee filters could be so versatile? Here are 25 different ways that coffee filters can add convenience to your life.

10 Health Benefits of Sea Salt

Sea salt contains the essential trace minerals that your body needs in order to stay healthy. Learn about the 10 health benefits this salt from the sea can provide.

30 Most Popular Herbs for Natural Medicine

Certain herbs hold medicinal properties that promote healing for the body. Learn about the 30 most popular medical herbs to grow to create your own medicine.

Vaseline: A Multipurpose Prep Item

Vaseline is more than the goopy stuff you put on your baby’s behinds.It has uses ranging from homesteading to medicinal. Some of these unique uses for Vaseline can be found at Joey Green’s website, who seems find wacky uses for just about everything.  Vaseline is a mixture of mineral oils, paraffin and micro-crystalline waxes that, [...]

DIY Electrolyte Powders

Making your own electrolyte powder is a low cost alternative to purchasing those expensive sports drinks. An added bonus to making your own electrolyte powder is it gives you complete control over the ingredients of the electrolyte drink and you can have it on hand when you need it the most.

Amp Up Your Compost Bin with Brand-Name Products

Did you know that your brand-name household products have more than it’s intended use? Rather than running out to the expensive garden center, simply look into your pantry and you are bound to find a more economic substitute to what you were looking for. Here are 11 brand-name products that can be used to amp up your compost bin.

How to Make Homemade Fire Starters

Carrying firestarters with you while you are away from home can be a great way to add a little survival insurance to whatever situation you happen to find yourself in. All you need are 4 household items that you would typically throw away.

Is Another Biblical Plague On Its Way?

It’s not enough that we are battling a food shortage, but now we will have to protect what is left of our food from cicadas. Learn some natural ways to repel this nuissance from your garden.

Homemade Hand Sanitizer

Did you know that essential oils have been used for thousands of years to combat diseases? In fact, many of these essential oils are already in your home. Using essential oils with disinfectant, antiseptic and antiviral properties will allow you to create a homemade hand sanitizer with or without alcohol.