Tag: Homesteading
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Step-by-Step Guide to Canning Green Beans
The author shares their successful experience with canning green beans using the Ball Blue Book method and provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to replicate the process. The homemade canned beans were commended for their rich flavor, freshness, and absence of a metallic taste sometimes found in store-bought versions.…
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Announcement: Embracing Quality Over Quantity in Social Media
🌿 Important Announcement 🌿 Hello, friends of Vintage Virtues! I have an important update to share with you. 📣 After careful consideration of how I can best serve God and others, both in real life and on social media, I have made the decision to reduce my activity on Instagram.…
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Fave Homestead Finds on Amazon Prime Big Deals Day
I’ve scoured Amazon for some of my favorite homesteading deals to share with you. I’ve added plenty of deals, guaranteed to be useful for your homestead. I’ve tried to list the newest deal at the top of the article, but there are also other categorized deals throughout. Mama’s Wardrobe I’ve…
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Embracing God’s Path: Transition from MBA Career Woman to Homemaker, Homeschooler, Homesteader, and Grandmother
Commemorating the third anniversary of a home invasion and arson, the author reflects on experiencing several life changes including a pandemic, losing loved ones, and joyful events. After striving towards a worldly, independent lifestyle, the author faced burnout, reevaluated her ambitions, and embraced a God-centered, service-oriented life. Now, expecting a…
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Preserving Memories: A Guide to Safe Canning for Beginners
The article shares personal experiences and offers a beginner’s guide to safe canning, inspired by family traditions and the desire for self-sufficiency amid global uncertainties. The author discusses how to select quality ingredients, use proper equipment, follow reliable recipes, and notice signs of spoilage. The importance of economic readiness, investment…
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10 Effective Ways to Make the Most of Your Grocery Budget!
After a recent visit to the grocery store, my total spending amounted to $128.44, which I found to be quite reasonable considering the items I purchased and my average weekly grocery bill of $250.00. The receipt proudly displayed a savings of $62.11, equating to a significant discount of 48%. As…
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FREE Books!!! “Stuff Your Kindle” Links to Help Your Search! Here’s What I Found.
Amazon is doing their “Stuff Your Kindle” Day where you can get as many kindle books as you’d like. Many authors have made their books FREE for this event. Others are steeply discounted. Below I’m sharing what we stuffed into our Kindle library. You do have to sort through some…
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My Fall Garden: Gardening in the Autumn Zone 8b/9a
Welcome to the heartwarming season of fall! In this article, I’ll share valuable gardening tips and insights, including expert advice for fall gardening, a planting schedule for cool-season veggies in Zones 8b/9a, and essential products and resources. It’s crucial to understand your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone for planning. Before planting,…
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The Essential Pantry: Checklist and Video Tour
Maintaining a well-stocked pantry is crucial amid rising grocery costs. By adjusting to inflation, a family of four would need about $254.40 weekly for essentials. A stocked pantry facilitates meal preparation during emergencies like natural disasters or illnesses. It’s a wise investment, and careful organization and storage are essential for…
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Instagram Suspended Vintage Virtues
This morning, I logged onto Vintage Virtue’s Instagram page to publish this post about 2 Peter 1:5-7. However, I was met with a message stating that the account was suspended. It only took two days of social media presence for Instagram to deem my account as inappropriate. Apparently, the account…
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As Culture Shifts, How Are You Maintaining Traditional Values?
Traditional Values Declining. Although there is “nothing new under the sun,” cultural values tend to undergo shifts over time. There is a growing trend towards individualism, self-centeredness, and the pursuit of wealth, reminiscent of historical civilizations like Sodom & Gomorrah and the Israelites of the Old Testament. According to a…
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Great Depression Peanut Butter Bread Recipe & FREE History Lesson Plan
The content discusses a lesson plan on the Great Depression featuring a revamped Peanut Butter Bread recipe. The new version is cheaper and reflects the era’s resourcefulness while engaging middle and high school students in historical context, food rationing, and practical cooking techniques. Students will understand the challenges faced during…
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Burp your bottles? My Husband’s Homemade Kombucha Brew
Kombucha is a fermented tea with numerous health benefits, including improving gut health and promoting detoxification. While the author prefers KeVita Sparkling Probiotic due to its milder flavor, their husband enjoys brewing Kombucha with a SCOBY starter. The brewing process involves two fermentations and allows for flavor variations using fruit…
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Chicken Keeping, a Family Affair. You Can Do it Too!
If you’re considering backyard chicken keeping, our family’s experience may inspire you. We researched breeds, built a coop, and cared for our hens. We maintained warmth, cleanliness, and proper nutrition, ensuring healthy egg production. Chicken keeping is a rewarding family activity with fresh, nutritious eggs and educational opportunities.
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Years of Gardening: The Bad, Good, Ants & Everything Between
This gardening journey from small beginnings to a bountiful 2023 harvest showcases the lessons learned and challenges overcome. Tips on natural ant control and sustainable gardening practices are shared, along with reflections on growth and community. The resilient spirit of the garden and the hope for abundance in future seasons…
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