Why Self-Care Isn't Selfish - Berries & Barnacles
Wondering about the difference between self-care and being selfish? They aren't the same at all! Here is what real self-care looks like.| Berries & Barnacles
Wondering about the difference between self-care and being selfish? They aren't the same at all! Here is what real self-care looks like.| Berries & Barnacles
Connecting with neighbors is important for resilience and support. It is a good way to gain a network of support.| Berries & Barnacles
Even if the sun isn't shining it's still great to get outdoors and enjoy the view. Here are 7 things you can do at the beach in winter.| Berries & Barnacles
Why kindness matters. And how to bring more kindness into your life, by making it one of your core beliefs and values.| Berries & Barnacles
Looking for a simple way to think about personal boundaries? This example uses ice cream preferences to explain why respect is important.| Berries & Barnacles
Looking for an alternative to hot chocolate? This homemade Ovaltine is made with 1/2 cocoa and 1/2 malt, then sweetened to taste.| Berries & Barnacles
Want to know about cooperative housing and other shared housing options? Here's how our coop works & the BEST things about living in a coop.| Berries & Barnacles
Want to build a shabin (shed+cabin)? Here are three things you need to consider when planning to build your own shabin.| Berries & Barnacles
Buying a condo in the city is unaffordable for many Millenials. Here are 5 reasons why we decided to buy a cottage instead.| Berries & Barnacles
Here is what you need to consider if you are buying vacant land for a cottage. Watch out for the major pitfalls, bylaws, and more.| Berries & Barnacles
How to make fire starters out of recycled egg cartons and candle stubs. We tested using paper, cardboard, and wood pellets.| Berries & Barnacles
A simple design for a built-in daybed in a shabin, tiny home, or cabin. How to build a sturdy daybed for storage, seating, and sleeping.| Berries & Barnacles
Here are the steps involved in building a gazebo. This gazebo was made with rough-milled lumber on a remote island property.| Berries & Barnacles
Wondering what it's like to use a bucket toilet after three years? Here's how we've refined the system to work best for us.| Berries & Barnacles
Try this delicious spiced stinging nettle soup. It is an Indian flavored lentil soup (dal) that is perfect with this spring green.| Berries & Barnacles
Here are the building plans for our 100 sq. ft. gable roof shabin. It has a 50 sq. ft. loft and openable windows in both gables.| Berries & Barnacles
Planning on building a bunkie while off-grid camping? Here's a day-by-day breakdown of what we did, plus some helpful tips and tricks.| Berries & Barnacles
Learn how to build a simple outdoor toilet. This eco-friendly and affordable composting toilet is perfect for anyone needing somewhere to go.| Berries & Barnacles
Here are the building plans for our DIY gazebo. It is an anchored 12 x 12 foot picnic shelter set on a cliff over the ocean.| Berries & Barnacles
Homemade birdseed feeders as gifts or party favors. Perfect for Valentine's and weddings with this shelf-stable recipe.| Berries & Barnacles
This macramé water bottle holder is perfect for beginners. It is based on a fisherman's glass float net and is made with cotton cord.| Berries & Barnacles
A simple wooden swing is perfect for hanging off of an apple tree. These simple, easy-to-follow instructions will get you swinging.| Berries & Barnacles
Learn how to make a pier and beam foundation for a deck, gazebo, pergola, or pavilion. This is a DIY friendly option for setting posts.| Berries & Barnacles
Ten ways to improve your mental wellness. How to use mindfulness and other healthy habits to reduce stress, depression, and anxiety.| Berries & Barnacles
Need to build an outdoor toilet? Learn the pros and cons of a pit toilet, bucket toilet, dry toilet, or self-contained composting toilet.| Berries & Barnacles
What should you do first after buying vacant land for a cottage? Here's how we got started setting up and building our vacation property.| Berries & Barnacles
This DIY sleeping bag liner is perfect for camping, travel, RVs, boats, or tiny homes! It's simple to make from a twin-sized flat sheet.| Berries & Barnacles
This 275 ft. sq. tiny home overlooking the ocean, with a huge rain barrel watered garden has been lived in full-time for over 30 years.| Berries & Barnacles
How to build an LDU pit as a simple solution for off-grid gray water disposal. Perfect for campsites and cottages!| Berries & Barnacles
Want to help the endangered monarch? Here's why you need to plant milkweed. Along with a how-to guide for raising monarch butterflies.| Berries & Barnacles
A collective garden is a way for city dwellers to grow most of their own food. Learn about how collective gardens function.| Berries & Barnacles
Freshly roasted dandelion root is a delicious coffee alternative. It is simple to make and the perfect way to make use of dandelions!| Berries & Barnacles
Turn seashells into a beautiful wind chime with this simple tutorial. A seashell wind chime is a fun, kid-friendly craft.| Berries & Barnacles
This gluten-free poppy seed roll is a delicious treat. It's made with a yeasted whole-grain dough and a rich butter and poppy seed filling.| Berries & Barnacles
These flavored yogurt muffins are a mix and done recipe. There's no need for additional sugar or flavors! Tested with GF & wholegrain flours.| Berries & Barnacles
