The Rose’s Homestead| Homesteading, Gardening, cooking from scratch, sustainable living, food preservation

EP // 19 Create your own compost for organic gardening

Hey friends! Do you want to create your very own compost for organic gardening? This black gold will help your plants and flowers grow big and strong!
There are many ways to create a compost bin, you can make one with wood and hardware mesh, order one from Amazon, or do what I did and buy a big metal trash can. I kept it simple 😉 I bought a 32-gallon metal trash can with a lid, I wanted to keep the smells inside the trashcan and the critters out.
The next step is to drill some holes in the bottom of the trash can, this is for drainage and to promote aeration. I used a large bit of drill and created several holes.
 
 
Place a layer of twigs or small branches at the bottom of the trash can to promote air circulation and drainage. Add a layer of brown materials. Such as dried leaves, shredded newspaper or cardboard to the trash can. This will help create a balanced compost mix.
 
Add a layer of green material on top of the brown material, things such as fruit and vegetable scraps, grass clippings, eggshells and coffee grounds. Never use meat or dairy in your compost. The green material will provide the nitrogen needed for the composting process. Continue layering the brown and green materials in the trash can, be sure to keep the compost moist but not soggy. So, after your first two layers of green and brown material, you will want to add some water.
 
Turn the compost with a pitchfork or shovel every few weeks to aerate and mix the materials. Place the lid on your compost container to keep the compost contained and protected from rain and pests.
Allow the compost to decompose for several weeks to several months, it depends on the material used and the environmental conditions on how fast your compost will take to break down.
 
When this process is complete you will have black gold to add to your plants that will improve soil quality and help plants grow healthy and strong! I got a big container with a lid, and I keep it handy in my kitchen, when I have fruit and veggie scraps, eggshells and coffee grounds I toss it in the container and put the lid on. Then I have a simple way to make sure that I have some "green" materials ready for my compost bin.
 
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EP // 18 Garden update, what's working, what's not and what I'll do different next year.

Hey friends! I have a garden update for you. My tomatoes are flourishing, which is great because I can't wait to make spaghetti sauce and pizza sauce. 🍅The wildflowers are blooming new beauties each day.  I have ONE huge, lonely spaghetti squash and finally green beans. 🌸🌺🪻🌹I also have a lot of weeds! I'm not using any chemicals in the garden so I'm doing a lot of old-fashioned weeding. 🥵Have you ever heard of lasagna gardening? I am going to give it a try for next year. It's supposed to help with weeds and cultivate amazing rich soil. If you have ever tried this, please let me know!I hope you enjoy this episode! 🌱
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EP // 17 Home Sweet Home-10 Tips to turn your house into a home.

Hey friend! Have you been caught up in the cycle of following trends? I know I have been stuck in this cycle before. One day you're scrolling through Pinterest..drooling over all of the beautiful homes, so perfectly styled and curated.
Then you look around your home and quietly decide that your house isn't up to par? So you get rid of everything you own, paint, and redecorate. Then a year or two goes by..(if you're lucky) and suddenly your gray house is so outdated? If you're thinking to yourself, YEP 🙋‍♀️.
 
Well, you're not alone. Let's do something fun together, shall we? Let's ditch the trends and make our house a home? It's us and our families that live there anyway, right? In today's episode, I will share with you my TOP 10 tips to make a house a home. We will talk about ditching the trends and creating a home that shows our unique personality. Focus on lighting, lamps, and cozy touches. Filling your home with non-toxic scents that you can customize and mix up yourself, DIY linen spray. Adding texture and layers, have some fun with your decor! Ditching the clutter, keep what you love and what makes you happy, and out with the rest. Adding artwork, family photos, and things that you love. The quirky the better, you make the rules, remember?
 
😉 Plants, I am a crazy plant lady for sure. A plant packs a punch, warms up a home, and even cleans the air. They can be purchased inexpensively, and you can have a lot of fun with the pots. Last but not least, comfortable blankets and pillows. Let's make our home so cozy that we can't resist a good nap.
Enjoy the show!
 
 
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Grab those seed packets, it's time to grow girl 🌱
 
 

EP // 16 Parenting in the digital age

Are you struggling to raise children in this modern-day chaos of technology? Video games, smartphones, social media, and all of the platforms? Yeah, me too mama. Romans 12:4 (write this out and put it up where you can see it daily) Don't get bullied into parenting like the world parents. We have a much better option! Simple but not easy. And do not be conformed to this world (any longer, with its superficial values and customs), but be transformed and progressively changed (as you mature spiritually) by the renewing of your mind (focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes), so that you may prove (for yourselves) what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect (in His plan and purpose for you). This is from the Battlefield of the mind bible, amplified version. Featuring notes and commentary by Joyce Meyer. I have a few different bibles, and this is my ALL TIME FAVE! If you are in the market for a bible that is easy to ready, and applies practical, real life, gritty wisdom from a Godly woman this a great investment. The pages of mine are tattered, scribbled, dripped with coffee, and sometimes tears, it's near and dear to my heart. Tho it's no longer pretty, it's well loved and tattered from many years of reading. I love it. You are the parent and God entrusted you with your children. He knew exactly what He was doing when He gave them to you. You are equipped and called for your mission. Don't take it lightly and don't be bullied or swayed into parenting like the world. In this episode we cover...
Why boredom is good, don't let them lose their sense of wonder.
Negative effects of video games. 
negative effects of smart phones, social media. All the platforms. 
What we can do about it. 
spend time with your child, do more listening than talking. 
 How to pour into their strengths.Let's parent intentionally and not be conformed! Let's dare to live differently and teach our kids to do the same. You got this, mama!xoxo, Alicia 
 
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Grab those seed packets, it's time to grow girl 🌱
 
 
 
 

EP// 15 Five simple, summer snack ideas that your kids are sure to love!

Are you kids hungry again? Yeah girl, mine too 🤣 In today's episode, I will share with you our top 5 summer snacks that we are loving right now. Enjoy the show!Be sure to join us in the Facebook group, introduce yourself, and show us something you're working on. We LOVE that! 👇👇👇The Modern-day Homemaker| Private community for modern-day homemakershttps://www.facebook.com/share/b2Hs9nyWoBq5XT9j/
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Grab those seed packets, it's time to grow girl 🌱

EP// 14 Three tips for a simple, happy summer with your kids!

Summer is in full swing, YAY!!! 😎
It was a mild yet cold and gray winter here and we could not be happier to have this blazing hot weather. 
In today's episode, I will share 3 tips for a simple, happy summer with your kids. Let's make this summer one that we will look back on and cherish. Want to connect? Send me an email @theroseshomestead.comCome and join us in the Facebook group 🌱The Modern-day Homemaker| Private community for modern-day homemakersAlso, come and hang out Instagram 📷 you can find me at theroseshomestead Cheers to simplicity and an unhurried life 🏡🧺🌱
 

EP// 13 What is Modern Homesteading? Embrace self-sufficiency and sustainable living to create a simple life.

Hey friends! I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day! 
In today's episode, we will talk about modern homesteading and learn how to embrace self-sufficiency and a sustainable pace of life. Be sure to join us in the Facebook group, introduce yourself, and show us something you're working on. We LOVE that! 👇👇👇The Modern-day Homemaker| Private community for modern-day homemakershttps://www.facebook.com/share/b2Hs9nyWoBq5XT9j/
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Grab those seed packets, it's time to grow girl 🌱

EP// 12 Pantry Essentials-The Ultimate guide to stock your pantry for easy and delicious meals.

Are you ready to start cooking from scratch but have no idea where to start? I have you covered, friend! In this episode, we discuss how to create more workspace in your kitchen, AKA my baking cart, and I created a FREE pantry stock essentials list for you to download and take to the store with you. I even left room for your own notes on the bottom 😉
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Have a great week, friends!!!xoxo, Alicia 

EP // 11 From scratch to savings: The beginner's guide to cooking homemade meals and saving big on groceries

Have you ever wanted to start cooking from scratch but had no idea where to start? 🤷‍♀️In this week's episode, we will dive into scratch cooking and how it will benefit you and your family's health and significantly cut down on your grocery budget. 🍅🍉😋Remember to keep it simple and enjoy the ride! 🙌
You got this!
xoxo, Alicia 

EP // 10 Empowered Living, Proverbs 31 self-care

Hey friends! 🙋‍♀️In today's episode, we dive into tangible self-care time inspired by Proverbs 31! Remember to start that morning routine ☕🙏✍️, make those arms strong 💪, and create a wardrobe that makes you feel amazing and makes getting dressed simple 💃
Listen to this episode for all the details, xoxo Alicia
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If you would like to be a guest on the show, have a topic or question that you would like me to cover or just want to say hi 🙋‍♀️ you can email me @ www.hello@boundariesoverburnout.com I would love to hear from you! Have a blessed week, xoxo Alicia 
Enjoy the show!