Seed Starting: Should you do it?

Follow Mama's Daisies Starting seeds seems like the bread and butter of the homesteading world. After scouring our seed catalogs all winter, the smell of potting soil breathes life into the souls of every homesteader. But is starting seeds indoors for everyone? Here’s my take on…

free crochet bear pattern

Free Crochet Bear Pattern

Cold weather means staying indoors, which makes free crochet patterns perfect for this time of year! So enjoy this free crochet bear pattern!

what is modern homesteading

What is Modern Homesteading?

The phrase “modern homesteading” often brings visions of gingham dresses and pioneer days. But is that what modern homesteading is about?

crochet cat

Free Crochet Cat Pattern

Grumpy Cat, smelly cat, soft kitty… who doesn’t love cats? This free crochet cat pattern is perfect for the crocheting cat lover in your life! This is also great as snuggly Halloween decor! Grab your crochet hook and let’s get started.

Free Freezer Inventory Sheet

Do you ever lose track of what’s in your pantry or freezer? It happens to the best of us. Butcher day gets crazy or you find an excellent sale on your favorite pantry items and boom. You’ve lost track of what you have. Wouldn’t it be great to have a way to keep track of what’s in your freezer and pantry? Well I have just what you need! I made you a free freezer inventory sheet! There are a few other inventory sheets as well, keep reading for a freebie!

Learn to crochet

How to Single Crochet – With Video

Have you wanted to learn how to crochet but didn’t know where to start? This is the series for you! In the first post of my crochet basics series, you learned how to make a slip knot and how to crochet a chain. This week, we will continue the Crochet Basics series and learn how to single crochet and fasten off your work.

Back to School Backpack on a Budget

Follow Mama's Daisies If you’re looking for a back to school backpack on a budget, then this post is for you! Fresh school supplies for a new school year hold excitement and the promise of a good year. But those school supplies can be pricey! Here’s…