- Best Christmas Vintage Decor for Your Home
by mindyannbrown
Add nostalgic charm this Christmas with the best vintage decor for your home. Top Amazon picks for ornaments, garlands, and festive accents!
- How to Make Cinnamon Raisin Bagels
by mindyannbrown
Make soft, chewy cinnamon raisin bagels at home with this easy recipe to make your mornings extra cozy and delicious!
- How to Make Sourdough Buttermilk Waffles
by mindyannbrown
Whip up crispy, fluffy sourdough buttermilk waffles with a tangy flavor—perfect for a cozy homemade breakfast!
- The Best 15 Homesteading Blogs to Follow for Inspiration
by mindyannbrown
Explore 15 top homesteading blogs for inspiration in gardening, food preservation, off-grid living, and DIY projects!
- How to Criminal-Proof Your Home with These 5 Steps
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to criminal-proof your home with 5 practical steps to stay safe and prepared with products I personally recommend!
- How to Make Homemade French Toast Sticks
by mindyannbrown
Make homemade French toast sticks that are golden, crispy, and perfect for dipping for a quick and easy breakfast!
- How to Become a Backyard Farmer
by mindyannbrown
Learn to grow your own food, raise backyard animals, preserve harvests, and live sustainably with Becoming a Backyard Farmer by Mindy Brown.
- How to Have a Slow and Meaningful Holiday Season
by mindyannbrown
How to slow down and enjoy a meaningful holiday season with traditions, simple celebrations, and moments that create lasting memories!
- How to Make Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper and Cards
by mindyannbrown
Make eco-friendly wrapping paper and cards with brown paper, natural twine, pressed leaves, stamps, and fabric!
- How to Bring Back Old-Fashioned Holiday Traditions
by mindyannbrown
Bring back old-fashioned holiday traditions and replace commercial holiday chaos with storytelling, caroling, board games, and candle lights!
- How to Make Traditional Holiday Drinks
by mindyannbrown
Make traditional holiday drinks like mulled cider, spiced hot chocolate, eggnog, and festive punches to warm your holiday gatherings!
- How to Can and Preserve Holiday Flavors
by mindyannbrown
Can and preserve holiday flavors! Step-by-step tips for jams, jellies, fruit butters, and pickles that capture the season’s taste and warmth!
- How to Make Handmade Gifts and Crafts
by mindyannbrown
Handmade gifts and crafts for soaps, candles, knitted goods, sachets and ornaments for a cozy, old-fashioned Christmas!
- How to Do Old Fashioned Holiday Baking
by mindyannbrown
Old-fashioned holiday baking: classic breads, pies, cookies, and heritage jams like apple, pear, and quince!
- How to Make Natural Holiday Decor
by mindyannbrown
Create cozy, natural holiday decor without plastic with dried fruit, pinecones, popcorn strings, and ornaments for an eco-friendly season!
- How to Prepare Your Home for a Cozy Holiday Season
by mindyannbrown
Prepare your home for a cozy, meaningful holiday season with these tips to setting up warm, inviting spaces!
- Welcome to the Old-Fashioned Holiday Academy
by mindyannbrown
Create a cozy, meaningful holiday with the Old-Fashioned Holiday Academy. Free series + optional planner to bring back timeless traditions!
- Chili Recipe Vegan and Shelf-Stable | Easy, Comforting, Delicious
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make and pressure can a tasty vegan chili with beans and lentils. Safe, simple, and perfect for your pantry!
- Off Grid Living on a Budget
by mindyannbrown
Learn practical tips for off grid living on a budget—grow food, store water, save energy, and build self-sufficiency without overspending.
- How to Make Cinnamon Raisin Bread
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make cinnamon raisin bread from scratch, featuring soft, fluffy dough and sweet, homegrown raisins!
- The Best Homemade Chicken Soup: A Canning Recipe
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make and can the best homemade chicken soup. Perfect for cozy winter nights and a pantry staple when feeling under the weather.
- How to Use Herbs to Craft with Intention
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to use herbs to craft with intention and how to grow, harvest, and create teas, tinctures, and rituals that nourish body & spirit.
- How to Make Fun Mud Recipes for Outdoor Play
by mindyannbrown
Create fun mud recipes for outdoor play! Inspire creativity and messy, magical fun for kids ages 4–8 with this inspiring book!
- The Best S’mores Brownies
by mindyannbrown
Bake the best S’mores Brownies right in a cast-iron skillet for a gooey and cozy campfire dessert you can bake both indoors or out!
- Easy and Fun Nature Crafts for Kids
by mindyannbrown
Explore the world of nature crafts and discover creative projects to bring the outdoors into your home for beautiful creations!
- How to Make and Can Homemade Tomato Soup
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make and can homemade tomato soup from scratch with this cozy, flavorful soup that is perfect for stocking your pantry!
- How to Make Cinnamon Raisin Rolls
by mindyannbrown
Bake up soft, fluffy homemade cinnamon raisin rolls with a sweet swirl and golden finish—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy treat!
- How to Make and Can Pear Honey
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make and can Pear Honey, a mock honey spread made with pears and pineapple that turns a lovely pink hue!
- How to Make and Can Salted Caramel Pear Butter
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make, cook, and can salted caramel pear butter using the Ball® Mason method and my favorite crockpot technique.
- How to Make Chicken Cobbler with Vegetarian Option
by mindyannbrown
Make this easy one-pan chicken cobbler with a vegetarian option—creamy, cozy, and topped with fluffy biscuits!
- How to Make Homemade Raisins
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make homemade raisins at home with Concord grapes using an oven or sun-drying method, perfect for holiday baking!
- How to Make Sourdough Buttermilk Pancakes
by mindyannbrown
Fluffy sourdough buttermilk pancakes made from scratch. Perfectly tangy, soft, and golden with a simple overnight batter.
- How to Make Peanut Butter Brownie Mini Loaves
by mindyannbrown
Fudgy Peanut Butter Brownie Loaves swirl rich chocolate and peanut butter cookie dough into mini loaves for the perfect homemade treat!
- How to Make Boo Berry Pies
by mindyannbrown
Cute ghost-shaped Boo Berry Pies filled with blueberry filling—fun, flaky, and perfect for Halloween or the whole fall season!
- The Best Hearty Zucchini Casserole
by mindyannbrown
A hearty zucchini casserole with fresh zucchini, stuffing, onions, and cheddar cheese—perfect for using up your summer harvest!
- Recipe for Libby’s Pumpkin Pie: A Holiday Favorite Made Easy!
by mindyannbrown
Make the classic Libby’s Pumpkin Pie with this easy, step-by-step holiday recipe. Perfectly spiced and creamy for family gatherings!
- The Best Pizza Casserole
by mindyannbrown
Discover the ultimate comfort food with The Best Pizza Casserole loaded with gooey cheese, savory pasta, and rich tomato sauce!
- How to Create Your Cottagecore Aesthetic Dream Home
by mindyannbrown
Create your dreamy cottagecore aesthetic home with cozy decor and natural accents for a whimsical, rustic sanctuary!
- The Best Hash Potato Casserole
by mindyannbrown
This cheesy, creamy hash potato casserole is the best comfort food! A family-favorite recipe topped with a buttery, crunchy crust.
- How to Make Cheese Potato Casserole
by mindyannbrown
Whip up a cozy cheese potato casserole using hash brown dices with peppers and onions with this simple, cheesy, creamy recipe!
- How to Make Sock Puppets
by mindyannbrown
Discover how to make sock puppets from old socks, buttons, and yarn in this fun upcycling project for kids and adults!
- How to Make and Can Butternut Squash Butter
by mindyannbrown
Make silky, spiced butternut squash butter with maple and citrus. Perfect for canning, gifting, and enjoying fall flavors all season long!
- Ideas for Rustic Living Room Vibes You’ll Love All Year Round!
by mindyannbrown
Transform your cozy space with these ideas for rustic living room vibes that you will love all year round with these cozy products!
- How to Make Pumpkin Hand Pies
by mindyannbrown
Handmade pumpkin hand pies filled with my homemade pumpkin butter—perfect for cozy easy fall rustic treats!
- How to Prep Your Home for Chilly Fall Nights
by mindyannbrown
Prep your home for chilly fall nights with cozy, practical essentials to stay warm and create that perfect autumn atmosphere!
- How to Make Creamy Chicken Tacos
by mindyannbrown
Make these creamy chicken tacos in your crockpot or cast-iron Dutch oven for game day, parties, or busy weeknights with a vegetarian option!
- How to Make Dilly Beans
by mindyannbrown
Make crisp, tangy small-batch dilly beans with this easy water bath canning recipe—perfect for small gardens!
- Bring Back the Magic of Fireflies and Lightning Bugs with Solar Power!
by mindyannbrown
Bring back firefly magic with solar-powered lights! Enjoy a cozy, eco-friendly glow in your yard—no bugs, no fuss!
- How to Make Sourdough Pumpkin Shaped Cinnamon Rolls
by mindyannbrown
Make festive sourdough pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls with active sourdough starter and homemade pumpkin butter!
- Chicken Eggs vs Duck Eggs: The Ultimate Comparison Guide
by mindyannbrown
Discover the key differences between chicken eggs vs duck eggs in this ultimate comparison guide about nutrition, taste, and cooking tips!
- White Chicken Eggs vs Brown: Which Is Better?
by mindyannbrown
White Chicken Eggs vs Brown—what’s the difference? Discover the facts, bust the myths, and find out which eggs are best for your homestead.
- Best Generators with Solar Panels for Off-Grid Power
by mindyannbrown
Explore the best generators with solar panels for off-grid power for homesteaders, preppers, and campers who need reliable energy!
- Why Egyptian Walking Onions Belong in Every Survival Garden
by mindyannbrown
Egyptian walking onions are hardy, self-replanting, and perfect for survival gardens and year-round self-sufficient food production!
- How to Make Sourdough Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
by mindyannbrown
Make cozy fall mornings extra special with these fluffy sourdough pumpkin spice pancakes that are perfectly spiced and fermented overnight!
- 12 Beautiful & Practical Ways to Use Rose Petals from Your Garden
by mindyannbrown
Discover 12 lovely ways to use rose petals—make rosewater, tea, bath soaks, and garden-inspired crafts for home and beauty.
- The Ultimate Portable Power Bank for Homesteaders and Preppers!
by mindyannbrown
Discover the best solar power bank for off-grid living, emergencies, and bug-out bags—built to have power anywhere!
- Can Maple Syrup Go Bad? How to Tell
by mindyannbrown
Wondering if maple syrup expires? Here’s how to tell if your syrup has gone bad and how to store it correctly in your pantry.
- A Bug Out Bag That’s Actually Ready — When You Need It Most!
by mindyannbrown
A bug out bag that’s actually ready when you need it most, and why I recommend this all-in-one 250-piece survival kit!
- The Best Pumpkin Zucchini Bread
by mindyannbrown
This moist, flavorful Pumpkin Zucchini Bread is the best way to use garden zucchini and canned pumpkin for a cozy fall treat!
- The Only Pumpkin Muffin Recipe You’ll Ever Need!
by mindyannbrown
Bake soft, spiced pumpkin muffins from scratch with simple ingredients for cozy, moist, and perfect fall mornings all season!
- Magical Ways to Use Fairy Lights in Your Off-Grid Home
by mindyannbrown
Bring cozy charm and creative lighting to your off-grid life with these magical ways to use fairy lights in every room!
- Easy Fire Cider Recipe
by mindyannbrown
This easy fire cider recipe is a spicy, tangy tonic packed with powerful herbs and roots to fight off cold and flu!
- How to Live a Cozy Off-Grid Life
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to live a cozy off-grid life with warming tips, rustic recipes, and comforting ideas for fall and winter self-sufficiency.
- How to Make and Can Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts
by mindyannbrown
Try these sweet and tangy Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts inspired by That 1870’s Homestead that’s perfect for canning!
- The Best Off-Grid Kitchen Tools for Indoors (No Power Needed!)
by mindyannbrown
Discover the best off-grid kitchen tools for indoor use—no electricity needed to help you cook, bake, and preserve food off the grid!
- How to Grow Your Own Food Without a Backyard!
by mindyannbrown
No backyard? No problem! Discover how to grow your own food anywhere using space-saving tools like the Garden Tower Project!
- DIY Solar Made Simple: How I Powered My Off-Grid Life with Practical Preppers!
by mindyannbrown
DIY solar made simple for your off grid life. Practical Preppers® helped me plan, install, and support my system affordably and hassle-free!
- How to Make Refrigerator Pickles
by mindyannbrown
Quick and easy refrigerator pickles using just one cucumber and a pint jar—perfect for early harvests or small batches. No canning required!
- Sleeper Cells in America: What You Need to Know Now!
by mindyannbrown
Sleeper cells in America may already be active. Learn the warning signs and how to quietly prepare your home and family.
- How People Are Surviving in Broken Cities with Broken Systems
by mindyannbrown
Discover how civilians in warzones survive daily life without power, water, or safety — and what we can learn from their resilience.
- Beat the Heat Without Power—Off-Grid Summer Survival Tips That Work!
by mindyannbrown
Beat the heat with these off-grid summer survival tips with DIY cooling hacks, solar tips, hydration tricks, and more!
- How to Make Banana Split Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Delicious Banana Split Quick Bread with bananas, cherries, pineapple, coconut, and chocolate chips — an easy treat for breakfast or dessert!
- The Best Companion Plants for Fruit Trees
by mindyannbrown
Discover the best companion plants for fruit trees to boost growth, repel pests, and attract pollinators naturally.
- How to Make Puff Pastry Raspberry and Cream Butter Braid
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make a delicious Puff Pastry Raspberry and Cream Butter Braid with creamy filling, juicy raspberries, and sweet drizzle!
- How to Make Puff Pastry Peaches and Cream Butter Braid
by mindyannbrown
Make a flaky, golden Puff Pastry Peaches and Cream Butter Braid—sweet, creamy, and perfect for breakfast or dessert!
- Top Places to Avoid When SHTF and How to Prep a Safe Home
by mindyannbrown
Learn which places to avoid when SHTF and how to prep your home into a secure, self-reliant refuge during crisis.
- How to Make S’mores Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Easy S’mores Quick Bread with graham crackers, melty marshmallows, and chocolate, topped with marshmallow fluff and toasted marshmallows!
- How to Make Strawberry Shortcake Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Make Strawberry Shortcake Quick Bread with fresh berries and vanilla glaze—easy, sweet, and perfect for breakfast or dessert!
- How to Make Mint Chocolate Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make moist and flavorful mint chocolate quick bread using fresh spearmint from your garden with a rich chocolate glaze!
- How to Make Jelly Donut Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Make this easy jelly donut quick bread swirled with raspberry jam and topped with a sweet glaze—no frying needed!
- When the World Hurts, We Prepare with Purpose
by mindyannbrown
In times of crisis, self-reliance and gratitude matter more than ever. Learn how to live prepared, with empathy and purpose.
- How to Make Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Focaccia
by mindyannbrown
Make sweet, tangy, and soft lemon blueberry sourdough focaccia with a chewy sourdough bite — perfect for brunch or a summer side dish!
- How to Make Sourdough Lemon Supreme Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Make a zesty Sourdough Lemon Supreme Quick Bread with sourdough discard! Easy, tangy, and perfect for breakfast or gifting!
- How to Make Sourdough Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins
by mindyannbrown
Make sourdough strawberry cheesecake muffins with this easy recipe—sweet, tangy, and irresistibly creamy and strawberry-y!
- How to Make Chocolate Sourdough Pancakes
by mindyannbrown
Fluffy chocolate sourdough pancakes made with starter or discard—easy, rich, and perfect with chocolate syrup!
- How to Make Chai-Spiced Sourdough Banana Bread
by mindyannbrown
Bake this delicious chai-spiced sourdough banana bread made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and tangy sourdough discard!
- How to Make an Easter Bunny Sourdough Bread
by mindyannbrown
Bake a charming Easter Bunny Sourdough Bread with this recipe—perfect for your spring celebration or Easter brunch centerpiece!
- How to Build a Dollar Tree Strawberry Tower
by mindyannbrown
Build a budget-friendly strawberry tower using Dollar Tree supplies! Perfect for small spaces and beginner gardeners!
- The Best Old Fashioned Sourdough Banana Muffins
by mindyannbrown
Make the best old-fashioned sourdough banana muffins—moist, flavorful, and delicious for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy!
- How to Make Honey Sourdough Bread
by mindyannbrown
Make delicious honey sourdough bread with this simple, naturally sweetened recipe—perfect for rustic, homemade baking!
- How to Make Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Quick Bread
by mindyannbrown
Learn how to make lemon blueberry sourdough quick bread with a tangy lemon flavor and sweet blueberries in every bite!
- How to Make Pizza Sourdough Focaccia
by mindyannbrown
Make Pizza Sourdough Focaccia—crispy, airy, and packed with classic pizza flavors. An easy, delicious twist on sourdough baking!
- How to Make Carrot Cake Sourdough Focaccia
by mindyannbrown
Learn to make Carrot Cake Sourdough Focaccia—a sweet-savory fusion with a soft, tangy base. Perfect for any time of day!
- My Best Spring Garden Posts in One Spot!
by mindyannbrown
The ultimate spring garden roundup! Find the best veggies to grow, gardening tips, soil prep advice, and fun ways to celebrate the season!
- Easy and Delicious Hershey’s Kisses Sourdough Bread
by mindyannbrown
Enjoy the perfect mix of sweet and tangy with this easy Hershey’s Kisses sourdough bread—a rich, chocolatey twist on classic sourdough!
- The Best Cherry Galette Recipe
by mindyannbrown
Indulge in the best cherry galette recipe—flaky, buttery crust filled with juicy, sweet cherries with this rustic, easy-to-make dessert!
- The Best Amish Chow Chow Recipe: A Taste of Tradition
by mindyannbrown
Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of Amish Chow Chow with this easy canning recipe and preserve your summer garden’s bounty!
- How to Live On Raw Land: Everything You Need to Know!
by mindyannbrown
Dreaming of how to live on raw land? Navigate legal issues, build sustainably, and live off-grid while escaping high mortgage payments.
- The Truth About the Coming Famine Early Warning System That Has Gone Dark!
by mindyannbrown
Uncover the truth behind the U.S. famine early warning system going dark and why it’s crucial to prepare for food crises!
- How to Do Off-Grid Laundry with Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent!
by mindyannbrown
Learn how I do off-grid laundry with eco-friendly laundry detergent, save water, and reduce environmental impact with sustainable tips!