I've met quite a few preppers who regularly purchase all sorts of survival items, but who never actually make their own survival items (you know who you are). There are many reasons why this is a huge mistake, but let's focus on two in particular: First of all, you're wasting money if you're buying things that are … [Read more...]
18 Simple Do-It-Yourself Projects For Preppers
To some, planning for the unthinkable is a silly notion. But to others, it is simply following the Boy Scout motto at its finest. In the event of a catastrophe, nobody will think you’re strange for being the only person on the block with enough food and equipment to live comfortably for years. You’re a prepper: If … [Read more...]
17 Household Products You Can Make Yourself
There are many reasons to make your own household products. You get to control the ingredients, save lots of money, and have a healthier pantry all at once. But health and money don't have to be the only motivators. In a post-collapse world, many pantry staples might be hard to come by, forcing people to make their … [Read more...]
How to Make a Fire Piston Out of a Mini Flashlight
A fire piston is an ancient device used to create embers for starting a fire. It's usually made out of wood or metal, though in the distant past people even made them from bones. The principle behind it is adiabatic heating, where air is compressed so much and so quickly that it heats up to over 800 degrees, igniting … [Read more...]
DIY Human Powered Washing Machine
How often do you do laundry? Maybe it's once or twice a week. For some people it's everyday. What would happen if you couldn't do laundry anymore? First you'd be digging out old clothes that either don't fit or that you don't like anymore. Next you'd end up turning shirts and underwear inside out. But what about after … [Read more...]
9 Easy Steps to Make Your Own Charcoal
One of the simplest and most popular ways to cook without power is with a charcoal grill. But what if you run out of charcoal? If you're living through a long-term disaster, you can't just run to the store for more. Instead, you'll need to make your own. Fortunately, charcoal is not that difficult to make. But … [Read more...]
How to Charge Your Phone With a 9 Volt Battery
Here's a great tip that could come in handy whether there's a disaster or not. In the video below, CrazyRussianHacker explains how to charge a cell phone with a car charger, a house key, and a 9 volt battery. All you have to do is touch the ends of the charger and key to the battery and it will conduct electricity. … [Read more...]
Step by Step How to Make an Emergency Tin Can Stove
Most preppers already have alternative ways to cook in an emergency. For example, you might have a Solo Stove or something similar in your bug out bag. But what if your bug out bag has been lost or stolen? Or what if your cook stove gets destroyed? There are numerous reasons why you might need to make your own stove. … [Read more...]
How to Make Emergency Candles for Heat and Light
In a survival situation, having light and warmth can mean the difference between merely surviving and actually thriving. However, standard paraffin candles aren't always the best choice for light or heat. If you want a bright candle that can also keep you warm and even cook food, it's better to just make your own. … [Read more...]
Make a Faraday Cage For Just a Few Dollars
There are many potential disasters to prepare for, but perhaps the one that deserves the most preparation is an EMP (electromagnetic pulse). If you’ve done any previous research on prepping for disasters, then you’ve undoubtedly at least heard of EMP's, and for good reason. An EMP attack would be cataclysmic … [Read more...]
Make an Altoids Mini iPhone Charger
This is really cool. Readiness Plan made a video tutorial explaining how to make a portable phone charger with just a few things: 9V snap connector, 9V USB car charger, electrical tape, 9V battery, rubber band, multi-tool, and of course a mini Altoids tin. If you plan on using this a lot, you'll want to stock up on … [Read more...]
Basic Soap Making Tutorial That Anyone Can Follow
Making Green Tea and Lavender Soap Soap making is not as hard as you think. Although it might sound complicated, it’s a skill our ancestors took for granted. The pioneers and trailblazers of the west knew the value of cleanliness, and the value of knowing how to make their own soap. Soap destroys germs, prevents … [Read more...]
