Weekly Homesteading Newsletter (WHN) - Issue #2
Date: June 25, 2017 - July 2, 2017
Introduction
Welcome to the Weekly Homesteading Newsletter! This newsletter will be released each Sunday with a detailed exposition of the previous week’s homesteading articles.
Mission
The goal of the Weekly Homesteading Newsletter is to increase awareness and support of the Steemit homesteading community!
Submissions
In order to recommend articles for future WHN issues, the following guidelines must be adhered to:
- The article must be related to homesteading, prepping, farming & agriculture, sustainability, and/or gardening.
- The article must be published between the newsletter’s respective dates (Sunday to Sunday).
- The article must be original material. Any plagiarized articles will be blocked and future submissions from the corresponding account will be banned.
To submit a recommendation, simply comment on the most recent WHN article or dm the author (@kiaraantonoviche) on Steemit.chat.
Submission Deadline:
Saturday evenings before the publication of the WHN on Sundays.
Featured Authors
Featured authors of this WHN issue include:
@amy-goodrich, @bettertogether, @daddykirbs, @flemingfarm, @foodisfree, @greenacrehome, @hewetthomestead, @mericanhomestead, @pennsif, @rebeccaryan, @riversedge, @runrudy, @sthomestead
Featured Article
“What Kind Of Person Makes A Good Homesteader? ~ Make IT Or BREAK IT!” by @mericanhomestead
According to @mericanhomestead’s article “What Kind Of Person Makes A Good Homesteader? ~ Make IT Or BREAK IT,” there is one thing you must have to make it as a successful homesteader…
and it’s something that everyone has the power to change! Take a look at the video they posted Tuesday and give it some thought - do YOU have the key to homesteading success?!
Featured Photo
Follow @runrudy and upvote if you enjoyed this stunning original macro shot displayed in his Thursday article “Swimming in Yellow - Original Macro Photography!” Great photo @runrudy!
DIY Tutorial(s)
“Using Pallets To Make Raised Garden Beds” by @sthomestead
Now this is what I call killing two birds with one stone - repurposing what you have to make something you need! Check out @sthomestead’s explanation on Tuesday of “Using Pallets To Make Raised Garden Beds.”
Follow @sthomestead to see this frugal DIY explanation and give them an upvote if you like how they look!
“Outdoor Kitchen Build - Part 2 - Kingpost Installation & Construction Video #2” by @greenacrehome
Looking for a bigger project? Check out the newest article in @greenacrehome’s build series - “Outdoor Kitchen Build - Part 2 - Kingpost Installation & Construction Video #2!”
Above is an image of the carefully designed Google Sketchup, follow @greenacrehome to witness the construction and final product! Click here for Part One!
Recipe(s)
Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tortilla with Parsley Cashew Sour Cream by @amy-goodrich
Some people may wonder how I chose articles to include in the WHN… but the reason for this one should be obvious. After reading the title, “Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tortilla with Parsley Cashew Sour Cream,” and seeing the delicious looking photo…
I just HAD to share this recipe! Follow @amy-goodrich for the complete recipe and for additional healthy meal options!
Strawberry Rhubarb Compote by @rebeccaryan
Simple, inexpensive, and delicious. What more can you ask for when growing and making your own food?! @rebeccaryan reveals a declicious recipe for “Strawberry Rhubarb Compote” and it’s too sweet not to add to the featured list of recipes!
Follow @rebeccaryan to get the recipe and give it a try! Your tastebuds will thank you so don’t forget to send an upvote!
News
“[STEEMGIG] Beekeepers of Steemit Identifier Badge - Customized FOR YOU!” by @daddykirbs
It is a dream of mine to be able to keep bees on my future homestead… and when I achieve this goal, I will immediately order this amazing new “Beekeepers of Steemit Identifier Badge” designed by @daddykirbs!
Get your own customized badge for only $1 SBD and make sure to follow @daddykirbs to show your appreciation and support!
Also keep up-to-date with future prepper badges!
We’re Getting Sheep!!! by @greenacrehome
There is nothing more exciting than when a homestead has the chance to introduce new livestock into the mix! It’s even more exciting when that livestock includes two cute new sheep! This past Tuesday, @greenacrehome announced in the article “We’re Getting Sheep!!!” that they recently put down a deposit on two little males!
Follow @greenacrehome to see the preparations and future arrival of these adorable animals!
“Our Homestead” by @riversedge
A lot of new and perspective homesteaders are joining Steemit and opening their homes / land to us through their posts. It’s very exciting to see! That’s why you shouldn’t miss welcoming @riversedge and checking out the future homestead they will be moving to at the end of July!
Follow @riversedge and upvote the article “Our Homestead” to see what they can accomplish with this beautiful piece of property on the river!
Welcome them to Steemit with a comment on their introduction here!
“…do you want to see cute bunnies?” by @bettertogether
Of course we do! Who doesn’t want to see cute bunnies?! If you want to take a look at the four adorable breeding rabbits that @bettertogether picked out for their homestead last Wednesday, check out their video in the “…do you want to see cute bunnies?” article!
Above is a screenshot of ‘Sophie’ - watch the video to meet the other little cuties! Follow @bettertogether and let them know you support their offer to create a Raising Rabbits series!
“1 Gallon of Ladybugs Arrived! - Pics/GIF/Vid” by @flemingfarm
Natural pest control to the rescue! This past Thursday, @flemingfarm posted an article stating that their order of “1 Gallon of Ladybugs Arrived!” Ladybugs eat aphids, spider mites, and other little pests so they are definitely beneficial to homesteads!
Follow @flemingfarm to see the photos and videos of the big release as well as how they fare at their new home!
“Today I Start a New Permaculture Experiment!” by @hewetthomestead
A new experiment begins - @hewetthomestead stated Thursday that “Today I Start a New Permaculture Experiment!” in order to grow crops in a salty, sandy plot of land! With frequent floods from the river, will his experiment be a success?!
Follow @hewetthomestead and watch the video to see if they survive and thrive or die trying! Best of luck!
Homesteaders & Preppers on steemit - the 100 edition v4 [01 Jul ‘17] by @pennsif
Just yesterday we reached 100 on the list created by @pennsif! In the article “Homesteaders & Preppers on steemit - the 100 edition v4,” you can find a growing list of homesteaders and preppers on Steemit!
Definitely an invaluable resource that you will not want to miss… follow @pennsif to stay informed about the members of the Steemit homestead & prepper community!
Penny for Your Thoughts
“Planting a New Normal: What If Our Streets Were Lined with Community Gardens and Fruit Trees?” by @foodisfree
The beginning of a social movement is always an exciting time… and when that movement is making a BIG impact with a little garden, it’s hard to ignore! This past Monday, @foodisfree raised a question in the article “Planting a New Normal: What If Our Streets Were Lined with Community Gardens and Fruit Trees?”
So read @foodisfree’s article and give it some thought… what doyou think about front yard / community gardens and their potential? Comment below with your opinion to start the discussion and upvote their article if you agree the movement is a good idea!Also ask yourself “What Kind of Ripples Do You Want to Make?” and answer below!
That’s All Folks!
That concludes this issue of the Weekly Homesteading Newsletter - we managed to feature 14 articles by 13 different authors!
Now accepting submissions and recommendations for Issue #3 - simply comment below with a link or dm the author on Steemit.Chat (@kiaraantonoviche).
Don’t forget to show your support and appreciation to the original authors of these articles by following, upvoting, and resteeming their work!
All respective photos, quotes, and articles belong to the linked authors.
PREVIOUS WEEKLY HOMESTEADING NEWSLETTERS:
Issue #1
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What a cool thing you've done with this newsletter! I don't know a whole lot about homesteading, but look forward to following and learning so much more.
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it! And I am learning so much simply by searching for these great articles! I don't know much about homesteading quite yet either so I was hoping this newsletter could be a great combining of resources :)
Very, very cool! Fully supported and upvoted!
Wow, thank you so much! I'm glad so many people like the idea and support it!
Another most interesting newsletter @kiaraantonoviche.
And thank you for the mention for my homesteaders and preppers list. I wonder if we can reach 150 by next weekend...?
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the newsletter! And that would be amazing, hopefully we can accomplish that! The homestead community is really growing quite quickly!
What a great newsletter! Its hard sometimes to navigate steemit and find what I'm looking for with prepping and homesteading. You've put it all right here and made it easy for me.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! There are many more articles out there that are definitely worth your time, but I did my best to find a few good ones!
Well thank you so much for using my post! I am honored. You have a lot of really good stuff on here. Gonna resteem and upvote!
Thank you, I am glad you enjoyed it!
Found several new authors and articles here. Thx!
I'm glad, that is the objective of this newsletter! And It's my pleasure!
Again, thanks for all the hard work and information!
My pleasure and thank you for stopping by to read and comment!
Thank you for compiling this. This will be an invaluable resource to the community.
Thank you, I really hope that is the case! I couldn't do it without the great articles posted by the dedicated Steemian homesteaders out there so they should get the credit :) I just try my best to feature a sample of them in one location!
Thanks for including my article! Love what you're doing here, introducing us to all these great posts.
My pleasure, I'm glad you liked the newsletter :)
Awesome newsletter! So glad our content was found worthy. Thanks!
Thank YOU, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the mention @kiaraantonoviche! I'm glad you liked the recipe I shared! Love the newsletter you put together. looking forward to the next future edition! Steem on!
Awe thank you, and yes I loved the recipe! Definitely going to try it one of these days if I get the chance!
You won't regret it ;) Enjoy the rest of your day!
Love the raised beds with pallets. Does anyone know if you have to paint or seal them to protect them from rot over seasons? I would be interested in making a few. As always thanks for the great newsletter. Keep them coming.
According to the article, he said he "lined the inside of the boxes with a Heavy Landscape Fabric which keeps the soil from washing out but allows for good drainage. I then painted the borders and added a water sealer to the outside of the beds to give them some durability against the elements and hopefully get years of use out of them." I would assume they would need something to keep them from rotting, especially with so much water!
Thank you, I will keep that in mind. Happy Gardening
I am loving these Newsletters!
I have so far three articles to submit. :D
I don't know if you want to use my stuff ever, but you have my permission if you ever find something you like from me, to use it in this Newsletter without having to ask first!
So looking forward to the next edition!
Thank you so much, you are the first person to submit posts! I also have you marked down on the list of authors from which I received permission to post now! And one of your articles is going to be this week's featured article ;)
Awe by golly! No kidding?! Awesome! Thank you!!
Love it! Following so I don't miss the next one!!
P.S. I spend many hours reading and rereading this newsletter but it's easy for my eyes to gloss over mistakes the third or fourth time! Please let me know if there is anything that needs to be corrected.
Hello @kiaraantonoviche, I appreciate you liking my photo. I read your newsletter and mission. I do like it and it is something different and interesting. Good luck in your new series.
Yet, please ask for permission before using other steemit member's content.
This is a very hot topic as there has been rampant misuse of other peoples content on Steemit for monetary gains.
I am not saying this is your intent. I see that you only joined in May and I see that you did your best in linking and honoring my photo but you still need to ask for permission before using another person's content.
I am not a mean guy. I want new members to succeed. This is just a heads up as other members may get way more upset and even possibly flag your post if you use their content without asking.
Good luck with your newsletter and welcome to Steemit. Rudy
Absolutely, I will be sure to gain the author's permission before including an article in future newsletters! Thank you for informing me!