Rustic Living

Learning to homestead means adjusting to a different pace of life. In rural areas, things move at a rhythm that contrasts sharply with the city’s hustle. Sometimes, it’s about slowing down—taking the time to chat with neighbors, enjoy the quiet of nature, and appreciate the simple moments. But when the weather shifts or a special event comes up, it’s time to pick up the pace and get things done. Join me on PurlsAndPixels as I share the rustic living tips and advice I’ve gathered while building my homestead, blending the art of slowing down with the know-how to tackle the challenges of rural living.

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Piñon Gnats in Southwest Colorado

Why I Wear a Mesh Hat and Smell Like Cookies in June 🍪 Deep in the piñon forests of Southwest…

Knit Wasp Nest Decoy

A Free Knitting Pattern from Liz Chandler 🐝 So, I have a problem with wasps. Well, not really a…

Colorado’s False Spring

Hold your Tomatoes, Folks; It’s Not Time to Plant Outside Yet! 🌱❄️ If you’re anything like me, the…

Relax

Many of us have chosen homesteading to get away from the hustle and bustle of today’s typical lifestyle. Leaving behind the city noise to clear your head and live at a slower pace is the goal. So make sure that you do it! Take time to enjoy your new lifestyle. Meet the locals and learn their traditions. Stop and smell the flowers (and I mean literally!). Learn to shake off the city speed with rustic living tips, guides, & tutorials.

Knit Wasp Nest Decoy

A Free Knitting Pattern from Liz Chandler 🐝 So, I have a problem with wasps. Well, not really a…

March’s Blood Moon 2025

A Lunar Eclipse You Should Stay Up For 🌒 Let me tell you how much I love the stars. There is…

10 Tips for Starting Your Homestead: Simple Steps to Turn Your Dream into Reality

If you’re dreaming of a quiet, self-sufficient life surrounded by nature, starting a homestead…

Thriving as a Solo Parent Homesteader

Tips for Navigating Challenges with Animals, Land, and Nature when You’re the only Adult Being a…

Rural Road Courtesy: A Handbook for Urban Transplants

Are you a small-town newcomer? Welcome! Let’s get you started with a guide to walking and…

Knitting in the Sticks

How Country Living Wove Its Way into My Practical Knitting Adventures Life in the countryside isn’t…

Wildlife Tales from My Colorado Craft Haven

Where Knitting Meets Critters and Gardens Host Gossip Sessions So, picture this: Southwest Colorado…

Knitting Inspiration from Nature

Transforming the Colors of the Wild into Cozy Creations 🏔️ Life out here in the Rocky Mountains is…

Get to Work

When danger is approaching, you have to act quickly to protect your homestead. Learn to spot incoming danger and join me as I prepare my property for inclement weather, aggressive predators, and other hazards of rural living. Together, we’ll explore practical rustic living tips and strategies to keep your homestead safe and thriving, no matter what comes your way.

Piñon Gnats in Southwest Colorado

Why I Wear a Mesh Hat and Smell Like Cookies in June 🍪 Deep in the piñon forests of Southwest…

Colorado’s False Spring

Hold your Tomatoes, Folks; It’s Not Time to Plant Outside Yet! 🌱❄️ If you’re anything like me, the…

Living with Mountain Lions

A Colorado Homesteader’s Guide to Wildlife Coexistence 🏔️ 🦁 When you choose to homestead in…

5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Homestead Running Smoothly (Even When Life Feels Chaotic)

Running a homestead can feel like a never-ending list of things to do, especially when life’s other…

Tarantula Migration

Tarantulas Wandering in Southwest Colorado: A Unique Natural Phenomenon Every fall, a fascinating…

Keeping Bears Out of the Chicken Coop

Essential Steps to Protect Your Flock in Bear Country Living in bear country means being the…

The Calm Before the Snowstorm: Preparing in Colorado’s Fickle Weather

Snowstorm Prep in Southwest Colorado by Liz Chandler Ah, the weather in Colorado – as changeable as…

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