Sustainable Home

The story of a personal housing crisis that led to a discovery of the true value of home. Aged 31, Catrina Davies was renting a box-room in a house in Bristol, which she shared with four other adults and a child. Working several jobs and never knowing if she could make the rent, she felt like she was breaking apart. Homesick for the landscape of her childhood, in the far west of Cornwall, Catrina decides to give up the box-room and face her demons. As a child, she saw her family and their security torn apart; now, she resolves to make a tiny, dilapidated shed a home of her own.

A must-have book for any poultry enthusiast. With detailed information, 47 Chicken Breeds offers a wealth of knowledge on the breed’s characteristics. From the majestic beauty of the Red Jungle Fowl to the friendly disposition of the Orpington, 47 breeds are covered.

Do you want to bake bread but don’t know where to start? The Basics of Baking is a practical guide that takes the mystery out of making wonderful fresh bread. This audiobook shares simple yet practical knowledge which covers all aspects needed to begin to learn how to bake healthy loaves of simple bread. The audiobook is suited to new bakers and those wanting ideas for simple and tasty meals. Get this guide now to make your bread baking desires a reality.

Home Organization for Beginners aims to enhance occupants' living conditions by freeing up space in their living space with easy tips and hacks. It's all part of the process of personal growth. Home organization is also learning how to alter patterns, work with objects differently, deal with compulsive shopping, and consume differently.

Filled with catchall research, American Hemp examines what this new domestic crop can be used for, what makes it a superior product, and what made it illegal in the first place; the book also delves into the many health and medical benefits of the plant. Hobbs weighs in on how hemp can improve existing industries, from farming to energy to 3D printing, plus how it can make a serious impact on climate change by removing toxins from the soil and by decreasing our dependence on plastics and fossil fuels.

Transform your beauty routine with safe, simple, and natural DIY products! Tired of spending money on store-bought skincare filled with harsh chemicals and artificial ingredients? DIY Natural Beauty Products shows you how to create effective, chemical-free beauty treatments at home—using nourishing, plant-based ingredients that are better for your skin, your wallet, and the planet. This beginner-friendly guide is packed with easy recipes, expert tips, and customizable solutions for glowing skin, healthy hair, and eco-friendly self-care.

In this Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide, you'll learn all that you need to know about minimalist living and the tiny house movement. You'll find out how to get started on building your tiny home, frequently asked questions, and even whether or not you should hire a professional to build your tiny home. Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide will provide valuable resources on what supplies you'll need, where to buy tiny home kits, and where to find free tiny house plans. With helpful suggestions about how to get started and what material options you have, this guide will teach you everything you need to know to get started building your tiny home within your budget today.

Your Complete Guide to GardeningWhether you’re interested in hydroponic gardening in your apartment, growing herbs on your windowsill, or starting a vegetable plot in your backyard, you’ll find a wealth of knowledge here that you can put to immediate use. Easy Home Growing is a valuable resource to increase your food independence and self-reliance, no matter where you live. Written in a personable and easy-to-follow style, it’s highly comprehensive and full of practical instructions. Both the beginner and experienced gardener will find inspiration as Austin shares valuable tips on ...

I have found foraging to be very fulfilling and a way of life I wish I had started earlier. Besides the fact that this way of life helps you enjoy the natural world and connect with it, it is also a way of cutting costs. This guide is just meant to help you know where to step and what to avoid in your journey of becoming a forager. This book is specifically designed for those who have an interest in foraging for wild plants in North America. The beginners will find it more rewarding. However, even if you are an ardent forager, you should also give it a shot.

Many of us want to increase our self-sufficiency, but few have access to the ideal five gently sloping acres of rich, loamy, well-drained soil. Jenni Blackmore presents a highly entertaining, personal account of how permaculture can be practiced in adverse conditions, allowing anyone to learn to live more sustainably in a less-than-perfect world.

The Modern Homesteader's Kitchen is the ultimate guide to achieving self-sufficient living through sustainable cooking. Whether you're a homesteader, zero-waste advocate, or simply looking to break free from store-bought goods, this book teaches you how to transform your kitchen into a hub of sustainability and wholesome living. Discover the art of traditional food preservation, DIY pantry essentials, and waste-free cooking, while embracing timeless methods like canning, fermenting, sourdough baking, and more. This is your roadmap to creating meals that honor the earth and nourish the soul.

Saving Seeds, Preserving Taste will introduce listeners to the cultural traditions associated with seed saving, as well as the remarkable people who have used grafting practices and hand-by-hand trading to keep alive varieties that would otherwise have been lost. As local efforts to preserve heirloom seeds have become part of a growing national food movement.

This audiobook offers a comprehensive overview of careers that allow you to make a difference professionally whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to align your passion with your profession. Add just one more thing to your household routine. Experience the satisfaction of making a difference. Learn simple yet impactful options to add to your daily routine that can have a positive ripple effect on the environment.

This book will show you that successful organic gardening isn't about having a green thumb or a huge yard. It's about understanding nature and taking the right steps to plan and prepare. With simple techniques and thoughtful advice, you can create a flourishing garden, no matter your space or experience.

Are you ready to live more sustainably but don’t know where to start? Zero Waste Made Easy is your ultimate guide to reducing waste, saving money, and protecting the planet—one simple step at a time. Packed with practical tips, DIY recipes, and easy-to-follow advice, this beginner-friendly book helps you navigate the journey to a zero-waste lifestyle without feeling overwhelmed. From decluttering your home to swapping out single-use items, you’ll discover how small, intentional changes can lead to big results.

Step into the world of foraging with Foraging Wild Edibles for Beginners, the ultimate guide to identifying, harvesting, and enjoying wild foods. Whether you're a nature lover, a culinary enthusiast, or a beginner seeking self-reliance, this book provides the foundational skills you need to explore wild edibles safely and sustainably.

When disaster strikes, the last place you want to be is stuck in a line at the corner grocery. Having a backup food supply - or what doomsday preppers would call a survival or disaster pantry - is essential if you want to live through a disaster and its aftermath. What are Short Term Emergency Foods? There are long term emergency foods and there are short term emergency foods. Long term emergency foods are those that have long shelf lives and will sustain you indefinitely.

Jeff Garlin has dedicated the filming of an entire season of Curb Your Enthusiasm to completely make over his lifestyle in two major ways—by lightening his physical and his ecological footprints. After many false starts, he believes that writing a book about the experiment is the only possible way to help him lose weight and go green.

Solar Powered Energy Theft is a comprehensive resource that reveals the facts about solar energy and makes it easy for you to learn how you can use solar to slash your electric bill, live better, and save the planet! Solar consultant and self-proclaimed solar junkie Jon Nelsen offers a simple explanation why rooftop solar is your best option in this tell-all book. He refutes common misconceptions, dismantles popular myths, and explains how solar can help you live better from growing your wallet to cleaning the very air you breathe.

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