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Dishwasher Detergent Tablets
A simple recipe for dishwasher detergent tablets that cleans dishes with minimal scent. I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this post. Equipment (Recipe can be halved) Container with lid (to fit ~36 tablet cubes) Measuring spoon and cup Glass mixing bowl 3 standard ice-cube trays (plastic or silicon) Dust mask Ingredients: This recipe can easily be halved for less cubes 1 cup baking soda 1 cup Super washing soda 1 cup Borax 4 Tbs food
DIY Homestead Living
Mar 91 min read


Fire Starter for Fireplace/Campfire - Quick & EZ
Give your brown paper shopping bags, paper towel tubes, and even cotton-only dryer lint a second life! Turn these everyday recyclables into handy, eco-friendly fire starters for your fireplace, firepit, or campfire. Once assembled, just tuck them loosely in a storage bin or hang a bundle nearby so they’re ready whenever you need them. Materials Brown paper shopping bag Cardboard tube from a paper towel roll Cotton‑only dryer lint Scissors Instructions: View the image above in
DIY Homestead Living
Feb 261 min read


Laundry Detergent - Only 5 Ingredients!
A simple five‑ingredient powdered laundry detergent that cleans clothes with minimal scent. I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases made through links in this post. Equipment (Family‑size recipe; can be halved) 1‑wide mouth 10 cup plastic storage container with snap on lid similar to these: Amazon Walmart Ace Hardware 1- tablespoon-sized detergent scoop -or- measuring spoon (store in container) Measuring cup Box Grater Shallow baking pan (glass lasa
DIY Homestead Living
Feb 82 min read


Pine-Infused Multi Purpose Cleaner - only 2 Ingredients
A simple, two‑ingredient craft batch that brings the scent of a pine forest into your home. This is one of my favorite seasonal DIY cleaners. It’s incredibly simple—just fresh pine sprigs and plain white vinegar—and the result is a naturally fragrant, all‑purpose cleaner. Any pine or fir variety will work, though I prefer balsam. Your results may vary depending on the type of pine used. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Equipment 1‑quart mason jar with
DIY Homestead Living
Jan 12 min read


Refrigerator Pickles Made EZ!
Refrigerator pickles -- easy to make and ready to eat in 24-48 hours! No sterilizing jars! The left jar in image above shows my results. Experimenting with a red wine vinegar version on the right provided a different flavor result. I used homegrown Kirby like pickles, but store bought is good too! Your results may vary. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Equipment: Stainless steel sauce pan (2) 1-quart glass mason jar s with reusable screw on lids. Me
DIY Homestead Living
Jan 12 min read


Mozzarella Made EZ!
Clean and simple homemade mozzarella, just 3 ingredients! I used 2% milk in lieu of whole and it worked out well enough for me as shown in above image. Results may vary. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Equipment: Large cooking pot Digital Cooking thermometer Measuring spoons or measuring cup Mesh strainer or colander 2 bowls: one large, one smaller Cheesecloth , enough to fold over 2-3 times into a colander Large stirring spoon Ingredients: 1 gallon
DIY Homestead Living
Dec 31, 20252 min read
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