The Coming Storm
Kathy Harrison
December 29, 2014
Homesteader Kathy takes a moment of peace before a big winter snowstorm rolls in.
Preparedness
Seasonal Storms Readiness Primer
doug smith
November 19, 2014
If you’re not already prepared to weather a serious storm and the aftermath, regardless of the season, then continue reading.
Farmer Hannah Sees Low Impact, High Return With Olive Oil Lamp
Hannah Breckbill
August 11, 2014
When I saw Lehman’s olive oil lamps, though, I was intrigued. Maybe it was the fact that all you have to do is put a wick in a mason jar with oil…
The Aladdin Lamp: An Emergency Essential
Karen Johnson
January 24, 2014
One of our merchandise department folks sent this piece along to share how he and his family used their Aladdin lamp to get
Use Up Those Leftovers…Can You Find ‘Em All?
Kathy Harrison
December 9, 2013
It occurs to me a lack of organization is responsible for more wasted food than any other single thing.
Backstage At Lehmans: Emergency Planning Audit
Karen Johnson
September 9, 2013
Lehman’s Country Life blog editor takes you through her family’s emergency plan, and sees where improvements can be made. How do you stack up?
Wood Stove Primer: Find Your Best Heating Bet
doug smith
August 20, 2012
Get grounded in the basics of choosing a wood stove for your home. Read up on the three types of wood heaters, and choose the best for your needs.
Water from a well even without electricity
Galen Lehman
April 7, 2010
Where will you get your water in a power failure? In rural America, most homes get their water from a private well. We have everything you need to get water from that well even without electricity.
Why You Need a Wringer Washer (and How to Use it)
Pat Veretto
May 14, 2009
A wringer washer gets clothes clean in a minimum of time, using a minimum of water and a minimum of detergent. You can do a whole family’s laundry in one morning per week, and not even think about it for another week. It gets grungy clothes clean without having to use spot cleaners or pre-washes or soaks or whatever.
Recent News
Merry and Handmade: Top Handcrafted Gifts They’ll Love
Glenda Lehman Ervin
November 14, 2024
Community Recipes: Mee-Maw’s Pumpkin Bread
Kayla Myers
November 6, 2024
Merry Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Glenda Lehman Ervin
November 4, 2024
A Wish List for Novice Homesteaders
Patrice Lewis
November 1, 2024
Amish Neighbors: Education in the Community
admin
October 25, 2024
Celebrate a Low-Tech Christmas in a High-Tech World
Glenda Lehman Ervin
October 24, 2024
