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Smelling Good Without the Science Project: Why I’m Going All Natural
Discover why Straw In My Bra is going 100% natural! From goat milk soaps to lip balms and tallow balms, we’re swapping synthetic fragrance oils and micas for essential oils and natural colorants like clays, herbs, and spices. Real ingredients, real farm life, and just a little chaos — perfect for anyone who loves handmade soap that’s honest, fun, and gentle on the skin
Keeping Goats Warm in the Winter
Having recently moved from northeast Ohio to Mid-Missouri, I thought the days of lake effect snow storms were behind us and I was looking forward to a more mild winter season..... No such luck. 2024 has started off with subzero temps and more snow than I care to mention. It's like Missouri heard that the winters along Lake Erie were cold and snowy and said, "Hold my beer!" While my kiddos are loving the multiple snow days, caring for goats during extreme winter weather can be challenging. The good news is, goats are built for cold weather and with a...
5 Goat Essentials You Can Find on Amazon
Raising goats can be a rewarding venture, whether you're a seasoned farmer or a novice enthusiast. To ensure the health and well-being of your goats, it's essential to have the right supplies on hand. Fortunately, Amazon offers a wide range of products that cater to the basic necessities of goat care. In this blog post, we'll explore the must-have items that will help you raise happy, healthy goats
So You Want To Try Soap Making....
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The area I live in has a lot of people who own livestock which means access to goat milk, tallow, etc so I am often asked about how to make homemade soap. Soap making is rewarding but can be overwhelming so this is a basic recipe with simple instructions to get you started with cold process soap making.
From Buckeye to Show-Me State: Surviving the Process of Relocating with a Menagerie of Animals & Homesteading Dreams
Synopsis of the adventure we had when moving from Ohio to Missouri with our children, dog, cat, goats, chickens and beehives to start our new homestead