In this edition of our Dear Old House Remodel, excavation begins and rain continues. I prepare a giant steel beam for the basement, and concrete work commences. May 16: Once upon a time a giant hole appeared in my yard. That’s about how fast ...
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Homemade Pizza Crust
This soft homemade pizza crust is for the deep dish bread lovers. It can also be stretched to fit a cookie sheet. This easy and delicious crust is sure to be a frequent winner in your recipe box. Say good-bye to frozen pizza! This homemade ...
Homestead Garden Decor
Welcome to my garden. This is not a round up of other people’s gardens and pictures. This is you coming for a visit to my garden. My style of homestead garden decor is a cross between antique and au naturelle found objects. Come on in! Our ...
Beef Barley Soup Recipe
In need of some comfort food? This easy and hearty beef barley soup is perfect for a chilly day, with some fresh bread! Read on for tips and tricks. My grandparents used to host a threshing demonstration (harvesting grain with an antique ...
I'm Erika, I live on eighty acres in the northern prairies of southern Manitoba with my husband and four kids. Here, we enjoy the outdoors and try to be more self sufficient as we try new things in the garden and learn about our land and the world around us.