The Best Way to Make Apple Cider
What’s the secret to making the best cider? The press you use! Learn how using Lehman’s stainless steel press can help you make the best-tasting cider.
The Joys of Ohio’s Amish Country
National Simplicity Day is July 12. In celebration, we’re taking you on a photo tour of our favorite place, Ohio’s Amish Country!
Cooking
How to Make Refrigerator Sweet Pickles
Refrigerator sweet pickles are easy to make, and they’re a great way to use up those cucumbers from your garden. Discover our recipe.
How to Make Homemade Ice Cream the Traditional Way
Making homemade ice cream in a traditional ice cream freezer is fun for the whole family! Learn how to get started and find the Lehman family recipe.
Discover Mrs. Lehman’s Recipes for Easy Meals
Make delicious meals fast. Mrs. Lehman’s Canned Meat Cookbook is full of easy recipes, many that you can make in less than 15 minutes. Free recipe inside!
How to Make Strawberry Jam
Learn how to make homemade strawberry jam. It’s simpler than you think
Eat Better, Eat Together
October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. Eating together as a family has many benefits. Find tips on how to make mealtime family time.
How To Light Your Home Without Electricity
For some, the thought of upcoming wintertime power outages comes with a sense of dread or even panic. Be ready for those outages AND cut electricity costs.
Homesteading
Living Off Grid 101: Heating
How do you heat a home without electricity? Off-grid experts Doug and Stacy share their experience of living off grid and heating with a wood cook stove.
How to Use a Breathing Mobile Washer
One of the most popular and inexpensive off-grid laundry options is the breathing mobile washer. Find tips and tricks for how to use it inside.
Pandemic Preparedness with Kathy Harrison
Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies from preparedness expert and author Kathy Harrison. Read on to find tips and advice.
The Best Way to Make Apple Cider
What’s the secret to making the best cider? The press you use! Learn how using Lehman’s stainless steel press can help you make the best-tasting cider.
Sustainable Living
How To Light Your Home Without Electricity
For some, the thought of upcoming wintertime power outages comes with a sense of dread or even panic. Be ready for those outages AND cut electricity costs.
Pandemic Preparedness with Kathy Harrison
Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies from preparedness expert and author Kathy Harrison. Read on to find tips and advice.
Emergency Planning: Preparedness Month is Here
September is National Preparedness Month. Now is the time to do your emergency planning. Get started with this simple advice.
Building Community as a Preparedness Strategy
Preparedness has been likened to a three-legged stool. One leg is supplies; the second leg is skills and knowledge; and the third leg is community.
Eat Better, Eat Together
October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. Eating together as a family has many benefits. Find tips on how to make mealtime family time.
General News
Amish Country Autumn: Leaves Top In World
It’s autumn in Amish Country! Allison’s poem expresses the season perfectly…and don’t miss one of the top places to see fall color in Ohio’s Amish Country: Holmes County.
10 Ways To Manage Homeschooling (And Actually Enjoy It!)
Who’s suddenly finding themselves being involuntary homeschoolers? Here are ten tips to help you manage homeschooling and maybe even enjoy it.
Glamour Camping Catches On All Over
Glamour camping–glamping–is catching on everywhere. What is it, you ask? It’s camping for those of us who prefer a nice glass of iced tea to cowboy coffee, a real bed (or as close as we can get) to a cot, but still want to enjoy the outdoors.
Recipes from Around the World – Part 2
In this second installment of my series on international recipes, we are going to travel to Asia! From classic Bibimbap to Korean Bossam, these recipes are delicious!
We Care About You!
We care…we care about our customers, our employees and our community. Read about the steps we’re taking to help you during the current pandemic.
Dear Friend…
Your health and safety is our concern. Find the latest updates from our store and what steps we’re taking during this time.
The History of Leap Year
Ever wondered why we have Leap Year? Here’s the reason…(Hint: It has to do with the sun.)
What’s Happening On The Homestead: Thoughtful Gifting
Here on the homestead we love giving gifts. Though, gifting in December requires a more conscious approach for us since the garden is not as plentiful.
9 Ways to Make Your Home Cozy This Season
As the cooler weather moves in, make sure you stay warm and cozy this season! Here are some ideas to make your space a comfy one.
What I’ve Learned From My Grandpa, Jay Lehman
In celebration of Grandparents Day, Lindsay Lehman Peters shares the lessons she’s learned from her grandpa, Jay Lehman.
Amish Woodcarver Displays Work At Lehman’s In Kidron, Ohio
Amish woodcarver Paul Weaver has created large scale deep-relief woodcarving for nearly 30 years. His collection of stunningly detailed pieces will be on display at Lehman’s in Kidron, Ohio, beginning January 3, 2014.
Safely Heating a Yurt With Wood
Hannah shares her experience with heating her yurt. “It’s definitely more work to heat with wood than to heat with gas or electricity, but it feels good!”
