Tag: do it yourself

Jin Shin Jyutsu Via the Hand

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Jin Shin Jyutsu Via the Hand Jin Shin Jyutsu  relies upon the pressure points of the body in an area believed to be linked to a particular organ’s health. It is a big part of traditional Chinese medicine and has been in practice for centuries. I will be honest and tell …

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16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap I knew about using pine sap as pine pitch. I had not thought of the other 15 uses! It can be a bit difficult to harvest and thank goodness the featured article also give advice on how to do that …

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The Ultimate Knot Reference

Some posts may contain affiliate links. The Ultimate Knot Reference If like me you are a visual hands on learner, you will love this featured link! You can actually watch the animated tying of the knot. Much easier for me to learn when I don’t have to keep going back to a written reference and …

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15 PVC Pipe Projects

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 15 PVC Pipe Projects I enjoy PCV pipe projects! The material is light weight and easy to use. It’s versatile enough that there is almost nothing you can’t make with it! And when you are done, it is so easy to pick up and carry away with you or for …

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DIY Fishing Limb Line Float + How to Use for Catfish

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Fishing Limb Line Float Updated to Add How to Use for Catfish A great way to get some passive fishing done while you are busy doing other activities. Particularly important if it is post SHTF. You will be so busy staying alive that taking time to catch dinner …

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Tan a Rabbit Hide

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Tan a Rabbit Hide I know that rabbit and squirrel hides are not the tanner’s dream hide. They are indeed small. Add them together however and you can use them for tons of things particularly post SHTF. Squirrel and rabbit are both more plentiful than larger game in most parts …

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DIY Wine Bottle Bird Feeder

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Wine Bottle Bird Feeder A really neat recycle project. Make your own bird feeder from old wine bottles. Good for the birds, good for you, and good for the earth! Featured from Down Home Inspiration by Kristen who has a number of nifty simple crafty ideas you might …

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DIY Solar Powered Fountain/Herb Garden

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Solar Powered Fountain/Herb Garden This is a really cute little project for everyone! It can go on a small patio, a deck, a balcony or as a part of a larger garden! A water feature that is solar powered and can be used as a planter as well! …

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Hack a Radio to Pick Up Different Frequencies

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Hack a Radio to Pick Up Different Frequencies This is an awesome hack that can pay off in a big way during a disaster! A radio is an important piece of gear in your emergency kit. If you adapt the radio to receive additional frequencies you will also be …

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Filter Rainwater Right in the Barrel as it Was Done a Hundred Years Ago!

Filter Rainwater Right in the Barrel as it Was Done a Hundred Years Ago!

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Filter Rainwater Right in the Barrel as it Was Done a Hundred Years Ago! New isn’t always better! Some of the methods of the past work as well as do the more modern and more expensive methods of today! Now, when it comes to the safety of my drinking …

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