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Semi Homestead Life

Living a semi homestead life while staying realistic in today's crazy world.

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    • houseplants
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    • Pests & Misc
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  • Gardening
    • Seeds & Planting
    • Growing & Harvesting
    • Compost & Mulch
    • Flowers
    • houseplants
    • Garden Design
    • Pests & Misc
  • Preserving
  • Recipes
    • Main Courses
    • Side Dishes
    • Sweet Treats
    • Breakfasts
    • Baked Goods & Sourdough
    • Misc Recipes
  • Chickens
  • Family & Misc
    • Homestead Updates
    • Caring For Cast Iron
    • Misc Articles
    • Printables
  • About Me
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How To Harvest And Cure Garlic For Long-Term Storage
Gardening / Growing & Harvesting / Preserving

How To Harvest And Cure Garlic For Long-Term Storage

I want to show you just how easy it is to harvest and cure your own garlic crop so you can enjoy it long into the …

Sautéed Garlic Butter Zucchini – A Simple Yet Delicious Recipe
Recipes / Side Dishes

Sautéed Garlic Butter Zucchini – A Simple Yet Delicious Recipe

Whether you are overwhelmed with freshly picked zucchini or you are just looking for a quick side dish to make for the whole family, this Sautéed …

Mid-Summer Garden Update – How’s 2023 Going So Far
Gardening / Homestead Updates

Mid-Summer Garden Update – How’s 2023 Going So Far

It’s the beginning of August and I figured it is about time for a mid-summer garden update. I want to show you what’s growing well and …

Harvesting & Preserving Sweet Corn – Freeze Now To Enjoy Later!
Preserving / Recipes / Side Dishes

Harvesting & Preserving Sweet Corn – Freeze Now To Enjoy Later!

There is nothing like the feeling of harvesting and preserving your own sweet corn. From planting the seeds to watching it grow until it’s finally ready …

How To Use Galvanized Buckets As Growing Containers
Garden Design / Gardening

How To Use Galvanized Buckets As Growing Containers

Want to know how to use antique galvanized buckets and tubs as growing containers for your favorite flowers or vegetables? If you are like me, you …

How To Make A Simple Summertime Fruit Salad Recipe
Recipes / Side Dishes

How To Make A Simple Summertime Fruit Salad Recipe

If you are looking for a delicious yet healthy recipe to bring to your next potluck or family get-together, consider making this simple summertime fruit salad! …

Chicken Coop Features For Healthy and Safe Birds
Chickens

Chicken Coop Features For Healthy and Safe Birds

Raising chickens can be a lot of fun and so rewarding! But if you are just getting into it, you can get a bit overwhelmed with …

Bagel Breakfast Sliders – A Simple Weeknight Meal Or Breakfast
Breakfasts / Main Courses / Recipes

Bagel Breakfast Sliders – A Simple Weeknight Meal Or Breakfast

These bagel breakfast sliders are one of my family’s absolute favorites! They are easy to make, packed full of flavor, and totally customizable. The catch is …

The No-Till Method – Great Idea, But Is It Practical For Everyone?
Garden Design / Gardening

The No-Till Method – Great Idea, But Is It Practical For Everyone?

I love the idea of using a no-till method in my garden spaces. I know all about the advantages of leaving the soil as is and …

Easy Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs, Even With Farm Fresh Eggs!
Breakfasts / Chickens / Misc Recipes / Recipes

Easy Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs, Even With Farm Fresh Eggs!

It’s so frustrating to cook hard-boiled eggs just to fight and struggle with the peel. A lot of times, you end up peeling half of the …

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Hello! I'm Chelsea, the sole writer & photographer behind Semi Homestead Life. I have been gardening for over 10 years, growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, and more in a 1,200 square foot garden here in rural Illinois. I also like to share from-scratch cooking and baking recipes, chicken raising tips, and other realistic and practical semi-homesteading tips you can implement in your own busy life.

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