Great DIY prepping projects.
I’m a fan of both modern and natural remedies. I stock up on over-the-counter (OTC) medication, while also making my own salves and tinctures. I believe there’s a place for it all. However, what happens when the OTC meds expire? Sure, they can last longer than their best buy date, but they do have an […]
I remember the first time I made lip balm. It was the first DIY product I had ever attempted and once completed, I couldn’t believe how easy it was! I absolutely loved it. I don’t buy lip balm anymore, I just make it. Since then, I’ve been stepping out into making my own hygiene products […]
Several years back I was on a mission to create my own ration bars. I wanted to create something more palatable than the boat rations Don’t get me wrong, those are great for the purpose they serve: an absolute last resort. But a also wanted something for more everyday purposes, as well. A quick snack […]
When I was looking at solar oven designs, I kept coming across designs that were made of cardboard. Well, for me, I plan on using my solar oven more than just a couple times. This is more than just an experiment to me, it’s a way of life. This DIY solar oven is going to […]
Preparedness kits can help us be ready for just about anything, as well as keep us as organized as possible. Making your own kits is encouraged, but there’s nothing wrong with buying kits, either. I’ll explain how to make these kits yourself, and give you options to purchase a kit if you so choose. You […]
I’m just tired of buying things when I can easily make themself and with far fewer ingredients! Here’s how to make simple toothpaste: Mix equal parts baking soda and coconut oil into a paste. Place some peppermint essential oil in to your liking. Some have also chosen to add clove oil or xylitol to help […]
I created this fun preparedness scavenger hunt to get the whole family involved and active in prepping. As adults, this is a fun exercise to see what we have, where we have it and if we need to actually do some inventorying. Also, to generally see our gear and maybe take it out and practice […]
DIY and prepper should be synonymous. We always love to figure out how to do things ourselves. In general, I believe people should be more interested in learning how to do things for themselves. Even if you won’t be doing it all the time, simply trying to understand the concept and how things work by […]
Making your own oil lamp is extremely easy. One of the benefits of making your own oil lamp is that there are many different kinds of oils and fats to choose from. Olive oil Castor oil Vegetable oil Fish oil Nut and seed oil Tallow Butter You can use practically any type fo cooking oil […]
You can buy candle wicks from aBay, Etsy, craft stores. Walmart and even Amazon. There’s no shortage of wicks and they’re fairly cheap. But knowing how to make your own wicks is just as important as knowing how to make your own candles. Making your own wicks is extremely easy and can be done at […]