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
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
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