Category Archives: Homemade

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Posted on December 30, 2015 by Dave @ HappyAcres

When I first started this blog back in 2009, I had no idea if anyone would even read it. I wasn’t exactly sure what I would blog about, though gardening and food were two things that came to mind. I … Continue reading →

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Homemade Sauerkraut, Three Ways

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Dave @ HappyAcres

In the last couple of years I have become a big fan of making homemade sauerkraut in glass jars. It’s so easy to make, I can’t believe I didn’t do it years ago. Actually, I did make it years ago, … Continue reading →

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The Brown Gold Roadster

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Dave @ HappyAcres

Having a mentor to advise and teach you is a wonderful way to advance your skills in any given area. My first gardening mentor was someone I never met in person, but every week I eagerly welcomed him into my … Continue reading →

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Sunny Calendula Goat’s Milk Soap

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Dave @ HappyAcres

This soap features a blend of olive, coconut and castor oils, plus 20% shea butter. Goat’s milk is used for its moisturizing and emollient properties as well as for the smooth and creamy lather. We use a small amount (up … Continue reading →

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Homemade: Coffee Lip Balm

Posted on February 27, 2015 by Dave @ HappyAcres

You can easily size the recipe to fit the container(s) you have. For example, the oval tubes I use each hold .15 oz/4.25g. I like to work in grams for the small amount I usually make, so if I want … Continue reading →

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