MIY Hunger Games Inspired Bow Many folks will become bow hunters by necessity if there is a serious SHTF event. Ammunition will become hard to come by and if you only have a handgun, you may choose to save that limited ammo for purposes of self defense. Even if you currently own a bow, knowing how …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. 100 Unique Burlap Projects Burlap is an awesome fabric to work with for a number of reasons. It can be purchased as fabric or as premade rope. It’s easy to work with and gives a rustic charm to your home. Then if ever necessary you can take apart your …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Mason Jar Oil Candles Homemade oil candles don’t have to be plain looking or scented! These make it yourself candles can be as decorative or simple as you choose. They can be scented naturally without the perfume smell or if you like you can even add perfume! It all …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Neosporin Photo: simplyme This particular salve is great for minor cuts, scrapes, minor burns, diaper rash, dry skin, and eczema just like the store bought Neosporin. Only with this, you know what you are actually putting on your skin. I don’t like putting things on my own …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Grow Your Own Luffa Sponges! (2 links) I was surprised to learn how many people were not aware that the luffa sponge was actually a plant! Not only is it a plant but an edible one. They grow much like vine squash and can be cooked and eaten the same …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Homemade Salami Store bought salami is one of the more expensive lunch meats out there. Not only can you save money making it yourself but when it’s homemade you can insure the quality of the product and spice it to your taste! Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Venison Bologna One way to prepare and use your venison! MIY bologna. Ingredients 2 cups sugar-based curing mixture (such as Morton® Tender Quick®) 3 cups firmly packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons Accent seasoning enhancer or monosodium glutamate (MSG) 2 teaspoons ground mace 2-3 teaspoons mustard powder 5-6 …
MIY T-Shirt Yarn What a cool recycling project! I can’t count the number of old T-shirts I have cut up to use as rags. But now that I know about making my own yarn from T-shirts, I can use them to create entirely new and usable items. See how it is done at the tutorial …
MIY Canned Meatballs My family loves meatballs! The featured article gives a recipe for a very basic beef meatball which can be used in a number of different recipes. The procedure itself can also be used for pork, deer, or other meatballs as well. Meat is a huge portion of where the majority of the population gets …
MIY Rum We have posted a number of times about the uses for our own distilled spirits in a SHTF scenario. Most of the recipes we share with you can be deemed illegal in some areas as is stated at the very beginning of the featured article. I feel it does indeed reduce the value …
