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We show you how to grow food for your family, change from a consumer to a producer, and live simply using minimalism and old-fashioned ways. We're passionate about finding more time for the important things in life. Join us on the podcast as we focus on Jesus and our family homestead.

Hardy House Homestead


    • Oct 24, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    001 - Is Minimalism More Expensive Than You Think?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 13:23


    In this episode, we're unpacking the argument that minimalism costs more money than you might think. I found an article that warns people to be careful of the hidden costs of minimalism. Spoiler alert! There aren't any.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/baysandoval/message

    001: Welcome to Grow Your Own Life - New Direction & Goals for This Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 7:16


    Formerly known as The Minimalist Homesteaders, this podcast is getting a facelift! We're upping our content quality and inviting you to join us as we continue growing our own food in the high desert of New Mexico! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    069: How to Make Sourdough Bread - My Current Homestead Sourdough Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 20:13


    I love my current sourdough process and I hope you will, too! Once you learn a few basics of sourdough, you can do it the way that works best for you! Abby at Wild View Farms opened my eyes to the magic of using steam during the baking process and starting with a cold oven! Go check out her account on Instagram ♥️ https://instagram.com/wildviewfarms?utm_medium=copy_link --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    068: Our Rooster Killed One of Our Hens | Aggressive Chicken Behavior on Our Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 30:05


    This episode is about how our rooster turned aggressive and killed one of our hens last week. I mentioned this on my Instagram and here's the whole story. Thank you so much for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    067: We Got Polish Chickens! And How to Get Unstuck | Rejecting Labels from The World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 21:55


    Today's episode is about how we get “stuck” when we live life by labels we've been given by other people. Also, we got some new baby chicks and I'm totally excited about them! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    066: My Instagram Got Hacked! Here's What I Did About It

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 19:05


    When I realize my account was hacked, it made me think more about my purpose and priority. I immediately had to decide if I was believing the lie that I'm only as valuable as my following on social media. Listen to the episode to hear what happened and how I'm moving forward ❤️ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    065: Shop Small - Natural Gifts and Handmade Soaps from The Wild Carrot Farmstead

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 15:45


    This episode is all about the natural & handmade products I love from The Wild Carrot Farmstead. If you enjoy this podcast, please leave us a review! Check out our YouTube Channel https://bit.ly/3GEoF5B --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    064: How Many Hens Do You Need Per Rooster?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2022 18:31


    In this episode, we dig into how many hens you need per rooster to keep the flock dynamic safe for your birds. Follow our YouTube Channel! - https://bit.ly/3GEoF5B Read the Blog - https://bit.ly/3v0l9Aa --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    063: Deciding to Keep Roosters in Our Flock | Easter Egger or Black Copper Maran?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 12:44


    In this episode, I describe our decision-making process in deciding whether to keep a rooster in our flock for the time being. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    062: How to Declutter Kids' Clothes | Beating the Laundry Overwhelm in Your Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 14:08


    This episode is all about how I make the decision of which kids' clothes to keep and which to donate. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    061: How to Reuse Packaging Paper as Wrapping Paper | Simple & Sustainable Gifts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 8:55


    In this episode, we talk about how to reuse brown packaging paper to wrap gifts, making gift wrapping simple and sustainable. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    060: Homesteading Right Where You Are | Why I Believe Homesteading Is a State of Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 10:00


    In this episode, I explain why I think homesteading is a state of mind, not a zip code, an income level, or anything else. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    059: Amazing Benefits of Tallow Butter for Your Skin | What is Tallow?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 7:41


    This episode is all about the amazing benefits of tallow butter for your skin. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    058: Basic Cast Iron Care - How to Season Your Cast Iron Skillet & Cleaning Cast Iron with Salt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2022 7:34


    In this episode, we go over the very basic steps of cast iron care, what “seasoning” is, and how to clean your cast iron skillet with salt. Follow @hardyhousehomestead on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    057: - 5 Facts About Rhode Island Red Chickens | A Hardy Dual-Purpose Breed for Your Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 4:56


    This episode is about the Rhode Island red chicken and some of the positive aspects of this breed. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    056: Three Ways to Let Your Kids Help in The Kitchen | Intentional Parenting | Teach Life Skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 9:17


    This episode is all about letting your kids to help in the kitchen and giving them the freedom to be themselves in a real life setting. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    055 - Four Reasons We Choose Homesteading Instead of Relying Solely on the Grocery Store for Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 21:15


    Sometimes people don't understand why we go to the trouble of homesteading when there's food at the grocery store. And I'm not just talking about the haters on Instagram. Sometimes even your closest friends and family think that the homesteading lifestyle is crazy. Listen to this episode to find out why we choose homesteading instead of relying solely on the grocery store for food. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    054 - Happy 2022 & a Homestead Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 5:14


    I'm excited about the year to come and continuing to share with you! Thank you so much for being here! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/minimalisthomesteaders/message

    053 - How to Be a Minimalist Homesteader - Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 12:06


    This is an updated version of the original episode with this title from back in April 2021. Enjoy! Follow up on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    052 - Storage in Small Spaces | Small Space Organizing | Organizing in Limited Space Homes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 31:20


    I've been challenged by our home, to say the least. Constantly trying to figure out ways to store things like shoes, toys, cookware and clothing is a real struggle! I hope you find this episode useful for finding solutions in your own home. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    051 - Anything You Do to Become More Self-Sufficient is “ENOUGH” | Don't Let Guilt Drag You Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 17:26


    I've been feeling a little down because we aren't growing more of our own food right now and I just realized how silly that is. If you're feeling like a homesteading imposter, listen to this & share with a friend! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    050 - Why We Decided to Stop Raising Quail on the Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 11:34


    If you're thinking about keeping quail, you might want to know some of these things we learned while keeping quail during 2020 and 2021. Your situation is different from ours and you may find that quail are the perfect fit for your homestead. You'll never know unless you try! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    049 - Beginning the Habit of Decluttering Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 28:41


    I'm beginning to declutter again because things are getting a little out of control around here! If you haven't yet, follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    048 - What I LOVE About Homeschooling | How to Enjoy Homeschool with Your Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 12:39


    This episode is about some of the things that I enjoy about homeschooling my kids. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    047 - Ways to be Frugal on the Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 12:12


    Frugality is a natural part of homesteading. Learn how you can continue saving money in your homesteading journey. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    046 - No More Mom Guilt

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2021 4:31


    Mom guilt is sneaky and it creeps up to steal your joy right when you least expect it. Kick it to the curb, friend! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    045 - Homesteading is Not a Competition - Let's Love & Support Each Other ❤️

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 4:30


    Homesteading is simple. If I had realized this a long time ago, I probably would have started a long time ago. Too often, we think we have to do all the things or we have to pass some kind of test to be able to call ourselves homesteaders. But in reality, there's no standard that determines whether someone is a real homesteader. If you have a mindset of increasing your self-reliance, I'd say you're a homesteader no matter what your methods are. We don't need to compete with each other on being the most hard-core or the most off-grid or the most waste-free. Competition won't get us anywhere. Love and support, however, will. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    044 - Finding Meaning and Joy in the Pain of Raising Your Own Meat | Accepting the Circle of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 4:13


    Raising your own meat can be painful at first, but I know that our animals have a better life than they would have on a commercial farm. I KNOW that to be true, so I can take joy in nurturing our livestock and making sure our meat is humanely raised and processed. I can accept the circle of life as a sad reality of the fallen world we live in. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    043 - Three Ideas for Handmade Christmas Decor on the Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 9:08


    These are three handmade Christmas decor ideas that I'm trying this year. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    042 - More 2022 Goals & How to Make Blown Egg Christmas Ornaments on the Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 15:36


    This episode is about some more of our 2022 goals and how to make blown egg Christmas ornaments. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    041 - Goals for 2022 - Homesteading, Homeschooling, & Home Organization

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 18:44


    These are some of my goals for 2022. Let me know what you want to accomplish in the upcoming year by connecting with me on Instagram @hardyhousehomesteading --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    040 - Our Afternoon Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 10:41


    This is the way we plan on executing our afternoon routine to beat the overwhelm and stay organized as a family. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    039 - Our Morning Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 11:38


    I made a morning routine based on some templates I found online to help organize our day and give me a blueprint to follow. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    038 - Apple Scrap Vinegar

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 5:47


    Learn how easy it is to make apple scrap vinegar! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    037 - Canning Apple Pie Filling and Hatching Baby Ducks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 9:16


    We have some ducks hatching in the incubator today! So exciting! Also, here's an overview of how to can apple pie filling. Follow us on instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    036 - Basic Advice on Pressure Canning for a Beginner - What I Wish I Knew

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 9:35


    This episode is about what I wish I knew a month ago about pressure canning. There are so many things I wish I knew, but I kept it short and sweet. If you're new to pressure canning, I hope this helps you out! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    035 - How I'm Learning to Relax into the Moments that Used to Stress Me Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 8:56


    Stressed out? Me too. But listen to this! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    034 - How I Wash Cloth Diapers - Off Grid Laundry System

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 15:54


    If you're thinking about trying cloth diapers to become more self-sufficient, knowing how to wash them is going to come in very handy! If you have questions, let me know on Instagram — @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    033 - What If You Don't Feel Like a Minimalist Right Now? Supply Chain Fears & Being Prepared

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 15:23


    I don't feel like a minimalist right now. And that's okay, because the principles of minimalism are still part of my life and mindset. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    032 - How to Make Fire Cider - Fight Colds and Flus with this Traditional Fermented Remedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 9:19


    This fermented cider is sinus-clearing, virus-fighting, and traditionally made with a recipe I found online by Mountain Rose Herbs. Enjoy! Find us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    031 - How to Make Cheese from Whole Milk

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 10:24


    This episode is about how to make cheese from store-bought milk using just eggs, milk, sour cream, vinegar, and spices! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    030 - How to Make Tea with Sunflower Stalks - Turning “Weeds” Into Food & Foraging

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 9:22


    This is seriously one of the best teas I've ever had. If you're a tea drinker, I'm sure you'll like it, too! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    029 - Homestead Updates and a THANK YOU to all Our Listeners!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 12:50


    If it weren't for you guys, we would t have a podcast. So thank you!! Thank you for always showing up, for always making me feel like taking time to record this podcast is worthwhile. Thank you for caring. Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    028 - Preparing for Potential Supply Chain Issues - Storing Food, Stocking Up for Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 15:54


    Visit the blog at www.hardyhousehomestead.wordpress.com | Giles and I were just talking about food storage. I know a lot of people buy the prepper food, like the long-term food storage. You know, the stuff they prepackage so that it will last 25 years in a bucket? Someone enlighten me if I'm missing something… but what do you do when the 25-year food storage runs out? It might be okay in a bucket for 25 years untouched, but once you open it up and start eating it, it's going to be gone and then what do you do? That's why I decided to start homesteading. I wanted a renewable food supply in the form of a flock of chickens and quail, ducks and rabbits, and a big garden. That's how people have lived for hundreds of years. It's only been in the last few decades that we've gotten away from that. But because we were busy having a baby this summer, I didn't do anywhere near the amount of gardening I would have. So we're coming up with a plan for what to stock up on to get us through the winter months if there's a problem getting food in stores. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    027 - I Can Be Vulnerable with People Because Jesus Set Me Free & I Know Who I am in Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 5:49


    Giles and I were talking on the way home about how true vulnerability is only really possible when our identity is in Christ. Find us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead and visit the blog: hardyhousehomestead.wordpress.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    026 - 7 Wild Edible Plants to Forage & Use in New Mexico - Homestead Foraging

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2021 15:42


    In this episode, you can learn about 7 wild edible plants in New Mexico that might be growing in your backyard! Follow us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    025 - Pumpkin Pie with Oatmeal Crust Recipe! Healthy-ish Pumpkin Pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2021 8:54


    I threw together this pumpkin pie to use up the fresh pumpkin purée I made. Hope you enjoy it! Follow me on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    024 - What I Would Say If I Could Go Back and Talk to My New Mama Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 9:35


    I came across some old videos and pictures of our first son from about 4 years ago and it got me to thinking, “What would I tell myself if I could go back to that phase?” Find us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead and visit the website: hardyhousehomestead.Wordpress.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    023 - Diaper Shortage? One Easy & Cheap Alternative Idea

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 7:26


    I love the concept of being prepared for whatever may come our way, and the thing that seems like it might be coming our way right now is a diaper shortage. Listen to this episode to find out how you can go without diapers for your kiddos if they're not available anymore. Connect with us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    022 - Our Power Went Out! Stocked Up on Supplies and Electricity Alternatives for an Outage

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 11:08


    Today the power was out when we woke up and wasn't estimated to be back on for several hours. This is how we responded! We went out and got some things to help us deal with a situation like this, especially if it lasted longer than a few hours. How do you prepare for power outages? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    021 - It's Hard Being a Minimalist Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 8:54


    In this episode, we explore how difficult it can be to be a minimalist when you're a parent. Find us on Instagram @hardyhousehomestead and share your homesteading stories with us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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