Food Storage Analyzer™ Preparedness Pantry Blog Independence Acres: October 2012

Monday, October 29, 2012

 Future Bunny Houses

This is the type of Bunny houses we are wanting to build soon, as we know bunnies multiply like crazy!


Brrrrrr, it's cold outside!!!!!


    The past few days have been exceptionally windy and cold here in Middle Georgia, I'm looking forward to warmer weather later this week as I have loads of planting yet to do! We still have to clear our side plots and till, and then amend the soil so we can broadcast Winter Rye and Hairy Vetch as a cover crop. We also have several rows of red onions that need to be RE-planted, Thanks to our rotten Guineas!
Bunnies!!!!

   We just picked up 7 new Californian rabbits Saturday afternoon to add to our homestead for producing great organic fertilizer for our gardens. We use Purina NaturalAdvantage to feed them, and so far they are adjusting well to their new home. The great thing about bunny manure is that it can be added directly to gardens without composting first, as it doesn't burn the plants. Given the size of our gardens, the bunnies will make growing our gardens more affordable, and has the added benefit of lowering our carbon footprint. <<Pictures to come soon>>

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Top 3 DIY Laundry essentials- You don't wanna miss these! We are currently using the Lavender and Vinegar fabric softener and it is awesome and super easy to make! Check out the directions here http://campwander.blogspot.com/2012/08/top-3-diy-lavender-laundry-essentials.html . I hope you enjoy!!
I know you've probably heard about making laundry soap at home, but who knew you can make a years supply of laundry soap for under $30 a year! To learn how to make your own, check out the directions here http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/08/make-a-years-worth-of-laundry-soap.html as well as everything you will need for this project! What a great way to save money and try something different! Have Fun!!!!

Autumn Scented Homemade Woolen Handwarmers

I found an awesome idea for creating special, scented hand warmers, it can be found here http://campwander.blogspot.com/2012/10/autumn-scented-homemade-woolen-hand.html . What a neat idea!!