DIY Archives

12 Principles of Permaculture Gardening

Learn about the concept of permaculture gardening and how it promotes sustainability and self-sufficiency in garden design.

Growing a garden that feeds your family would take a lot of work. Here’s what you would need to do to live off of your garden.

If you’re facing a drought and have limited water for your garden, these drought-tolerant plants are the ones most likely to survive.

Growing your own groceries in five-gallon buckets allows you to raise enough food to feed a family of four in a tiny space.

Explore the ancient practice of making aspirin from willow bark. Discover the natural pain-relieving properties of salicin.

There are many veggies that prefer the fall weather, allowing one more harvest before winter. Here are the best fall garden vegetables.

Vaseline has many uses and a long shelf-life, making it well-suited for homesteading and survival situations.

Whether you’re trying to save money or just want to be more self-sufficient, there are many household items you can make yourself.

Make your own Castile soap with this step-by-step guide and enjoy the benefits of gentle, nourishing, and chemical-free cleansing.

You can grow just about any kind of fruit tree in a five-gallon bucket, but the best fruit trees for bucket gardening are dwarf varieties.