Old Fashioned On Purpose

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S4 E1: It's Time to Buck the System Mar 18, 2021

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Whether it's toilet paper flying off the shelves or a historic winter storm in Texas, the past year has taught me that the systems society has created for us don't always work as designed in times of need. While us homesteaders already act outside the system by being homesteaders in the first place, I'm dedicating this season to building systems that can contribute to ourselves and our communities when disasters strike. Listen today to find out why this has become even more important to me over the past several months and get a preview of some of the exciting topics soon to come!

Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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S4 Bonus: The 3 Biggest Mistakes I Made in my Homestead Business Mar 15, 2021

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While we're getting ready to hit spring time and there's all sorts of exciting things happening on the homestead, I thought now was a great time to hit on something I always receive a ton of questions about. When you look at what Christian and I have built for ourselves, it's easy to assume that we always had money and things have been smooth sailing ever since we started this homesteading journey. Let me tell you, that couldn't be further from the truth. In today's episode, I'm going to cover how we've used businesses to fuel our growth as well as some of my biggest missteps along the way. Homesteading can be tough, so listen to find out how even a small side business can go a long way in getting through the growing pains.
Ready to learn how to generate additional income for your homestead and create a greater peace of mind? Head here: http://selffundedhomestead.com

Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E11: How to Recover After a Major Garden Failure with Cris Daining Mar 01, 2021

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No matter how long you've been gardening, it's almost guaranteed that you've faced some type of epic failure with your garden. While it's easy to get down on yourself when you have a bad gardening season, I'm here to give you some encouragement to continue pushing forward. In today's episode, I'm joined by my right-hand woman Cris Daining. Cris and I have been working together for years, and she's the first person I always turn to with my garden questions. Together we discuss why it's important to not turn a garden failure into a personal problem, why great gardening takes time, how a garden journal helps you grow (literally and figuratively), and so much more. Cris and I are here to reassure you that it's OK to cry over a lost garden, but it's not OK to accept failure. Listen to today's episode to learn how to turn that tragedy into triumph!

Concerned about preserving your garden bounty with the on-going canning lid shortage this year? I found the perfect solution!

Harvest Guard canning lids are not only 100% reusable, they are a fraction of the price regular lids are selling for online at the moment. They are BPA-free, earth-friendly (since you don’t have to toss them in the trash after one use), and work GREAT!

Check out their selection of regular and wide mouth lids at http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids and use code HOMESTEAD for 10% off your entire order— and shipping is always free.

Follow Cris on her website at http://thehomesteadgarden.com
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E10: The Mysterious Winter Garden Feb 25, 2021

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Winter gardening. No, I haven't bumped my head, and Christian and I didn't decide to pick up and move south. As crazy as it might sound, your garden is still a valuable tool no matter how cold it gets in the winter. While you might not be able to grow crops, today I'm going to explain how you can utilize your garden as additional storage to help your harvest last. I also cover other ways to extend your garden into the winter months, such as cold frames, high and low tunnels, and greenhouses. While you might be dreaming of a root cellar to solve your storage needs, this episode will give you many practical tips to ensure you're able to get the most out of your harvest!

Concerned about preserving your garden bounty with the on-going canning lid shortage this year? I found the perfect solution!

Check out their selection of regular and wide mouth lids at http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids and use code HOMESTEAD for 10% off your entire order— and shipping is always free.

Blog post on extending garden seasons: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2019/09/extend-garden-season.html
Blog post on root cellar alternatives: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2015/10/root-cellar-alternatives.html
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials, and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E9: But Wait! There's More (Planning a Fall Garden) Feb 22, 2021

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Summertime is a garden season, right? I don't know about you, but that's how I operated for the longest time. To be honest, I couldn't even conceive of being able to do anything in the garden after the August harvest. While you might not be able to plant a full garden in the fall, there are some amazing benefits to growing vegetables from September on into the early winter months. In today's episode, I cover the vegetables that thrive in the fall, when you need to plant your fall garden (hint: it's not in the fall), and cover crops that'll help your garden thrive in the future. If you've ever wondered how you could extend your gardening into colder months, this is the episode for you.

Concerned about preserving your garden bounty with the on-going canning lid shortage this year? I found the perfect solution!

Check out their selection of regular and wide mouth lids at http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids and use code HOMESTEAD for 10% off your entire order— and shipping is always free.

Fall Garden Blog Post: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2015/08/vegetables-fall-garden.html
Cover Crop Blog Post: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2019/10/garden-cover-crops.html
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E8: HARVEST: It's Coming... Ready or Not... Feb 18, 2021

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Whether you're ready or not, there's nothing you can do to stop the coming harvest. Now that we know you can't stop mother nature, what can be done to prepare? I'm glad you asked my friend. In today's episode, I explain some of my favorite methods of preservation, how I let my harvest influence my meal plans, and how to deal with the current lid shortage crises. Discover when to use canning, fermentation, pickling, and other preservation methods to maximize your harvest. Trust me, this is the only guide you will need for harvest this season.

A BIG shout-out to our podcast sponsor this month— True Leaf Market! http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

They are one of my most-favorite seed companies specializing in organic, heirloom seeds with hundreds of varieties to pick from! Use code SPRING2021 for $10 on your first order of $50 or more.

My Blog Post On Ways to Preserve Food At Home: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2020/08/ways-to-preserve-food-at-home.html
My Blog Post On Pickled Vegetables: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2019/08/quick-pickled-vegetables.html
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E7: The Truth About Chickens in the Garden with Lisa Steele Feb 15, 2021

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Have you ever had visions of a lush, bountiful garden complete with chickens pecking around perfectly ripe tomatoes? I know I certainly did, but I quickly learned that while chickens can be great for a garden, there are some things you must understand before you introduce them. Thankfully, today we're joined by a true expert in the field, my friend and esteemed author Lisa Steele. Listen as Lisa and I dive deep into how chickens can help cut down on waste, how they help feed your garden, how they cut down on bugs and weeds, and so much more. Lisa is a 5th generation chicken keeper and has a wealth of knowledge and experience working with these amazing birds. There is truly something for everyone in this episode, including Lisa's advice on how to pick out eggs at a grocery store.

A BIG shout-out to our podcast sponsor this month— True Leaf Market! http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

They are one of my most-favorite seed companies specializing in organic, heirloom seeds with hundreds of varieties to pick from! Use code SPRING2021 for $10 your first order of $50 or more.

Follow Lisa on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/fresheggsdaily/
Connect with Lisa on her website: www.fresheggsdaily.com
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E6: The Magical Honeymoon Period Feb 11, 2021

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You've done all the hard work planning your garden and you finally planted the seeds. Now what? While we're waiting for our crops to grow, we can use this downtime to keep the garden clean and take care of some preventative maintenance. In today's episode, I cover watering, mulching, pest control, and so much more. If you want to make sure you continue to stay ahead of the game as you push closer to harvest time, then this episode is especially for you. Don't let all that hard work go to waste!

A BIG shout-out to our podcast sponsor this month— True Leaf Market! http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

They are one of my most-favorite seed companies specializing in organic, heirloom seeds with hundreds of varieties to pick from! Use code SPRING2021 for $10 your first order of $50 or more.

Organic Pest Control Spray: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2015/07/organic-pest-control-garden-spray.html
How I Grow HUNDREDS of Pounds of Vegetables for Less Than $40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRy0kc5vhQc
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E5: It's Go Time, Baby Feb 08, 2021

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Today is the day my friends! All of the planning and preparation is done, and the time has finally arrived to plant our seeds in the ground. However, before you toss everything aside and sprint out to your garden, there are a couple of things you'll want to consider. In today's episode, I detail why frost dates and garden zones are important and how to find them. I discuss several different ways to prep your soil, including a rototiller and a good old-fashioned shovel. Finally, I explain how to determine how much you should plant per family member. These crucial steps can make all the difference when it comes to your final results. Whatever you do, don't throw away your valuable prep time by skipping these important details!

A BIG shout-out to our podcast sponsor this month— True Leaf Market! http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

They are one of my most-favorite seed companies specializing in organic, heirloom seeds with hundreds of varieties to pick from! Use code SPRING2021 for $10 your first order of $50 or more.

How much to plant per person in your garden: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2018/03/how-much-to-plant-per-person-garden.html
Find your frost dates with this useful tool: garden.org frost date calculator
How I Grow HUNDREDS of Pounds of Vegetables for Less Than $40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRy0kc5vhQc
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

S3 E4: Dishing Up the Dirt on Dirt Feb 04, 2021

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When it comes to planting a garden, your soil is similar to a house's foundation. You can buy the most expensive seeds you like, but if the soil you plant them in isn't right the whole thing is bound to fall apart. Listen today to discover the most common types of soil, how to get your soil tested, how your PH levels affect your crops, and some simple steps on how to amend your soil. Today's episode is all about getting dirty and laying the literal groundwork for a thriving garden. Grab your shovels, because it's time to get digging!
A BIG shout-out to our podcast sponsor this month— True Leaf Market! http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds
They are one of my most-favorite seed companies specializing in organic, heirloom seeds with hundreds of varieties to pick from! Use code SPRING2021 for $10 your first order of $50 or more.

Soil Texture Analysis "The Jar Test": https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/soil-texture-analysis-the-jar-test/
The Gardener's Guide to Better Soil: https://bit.ly/36CtQ6H
How I Grow HUNDREDS of Pounds of Vegetables for Less Than $40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRy0kc5vhQc
Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout
Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources.
Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials, and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com
Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead
Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:

Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

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