A quick, straightforward guide to harvesting broccoli florets, as well as tips and things to look out for to know your broccoli is ready for harvest. Broccoli loves sun and cooler weather, making it a wonderful Fall and Spring crop. Down here in north Texas, we transplanted seedlings in early Fall and it’s still producing ... Read More about Harvesting Broccoli: When and How to Harvest Broccoli The post Harvesting Broccoli: When and How to Harvest Broccoli appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

Check out these 30 things you can do with bananas, even if they’re overripe! All the best easy banana recipes for kids, babies, toddlers, and the whole family! Surely you’ve heard of making banana bread with overripe bananas, but have you thought to make healthy banana cookies for your toddler? Or using frozen bananas to ... Read More about What To Do With Overripe Bananas The post What To Do With Overripe Bananas appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

Learn how to make and use homemade baby wipes, and why you should switch to reusable cloth wipes, or disposable DIY wipes. Either way, this diaper wipe solution will save you a ton of money every year on baby wipes, and the mixture of gentle ingredients is safe for sensitive skin, keeping your little ones’ ... Read More about Homemade Baby Wipes (Reusable and Safe for Sensitive Skin) The post Homemade Baby Wipes (Reusable and Safe for Sensitive Skin) appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

Learn about the benefits of yarrow, how to make your own yarrow salve, and why you should always keep this powerful herbal first aid salve in your cabinet! Ahh, yarrow. One of my favorites! It’s a staple in our house. Got bit by a ton of bugs? Yarrow salve. You scraped your knee outside? Yarrow ... Read More about DIY Yarrow Salve: The Perfect Herbal First Aid Salve The post DIY Yarrow Salve: The Perfect Herbal First Aid Salve appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

This easy homemade mayonnaise recipe with lemon, white wine vinegar, and dijon is the perfect base recipe. Better yet, it can be made in under 5 minutes! After about $15 worth of wasted oil and washing and rewashing my blender, I finally nailed down my favorite homemade mayonnaise base recipe! Either I’m an idiot in ... Read More about Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe The post Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

These DIY Natural Wax Melts using beeswax or soy wax and essential oils are a great alternative to store-bought wax cubes. They’re safer, cheaper, and make beautiful, thoughtful gifts! I’m obsessed with wax warmers and wax melts. I first got hooked on them when my husband and I lived with my mother-in-law a few years ... Read More about DIY Natural Wax Melts The post DIY Natural Wax Melts appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

These DIY Orange Calendula Bath Bombs are as nourishing and luxurious as they are beautiful! They’re great for sensitive, dry, irritated skin, and the scent will leave you feeling motivated and fresh. Calendula is one of my favorite flowers to make bath and body goodies with. Not just because it smells and looks wonderful, but because ... Read More about DIY Orange Calendula Bath Bombs The post DIY Orange Calendula Bath Bombs appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

These 3 simmer pot recipes are perfect for Spring cleaning, and they naturally freshen your home for a few days! During the end of Winter this year, I sort of hit a slump as far as keeping up with our house. The end of the second trimester left me exhausted, and my son’s tantrums were ... Read More about Simmer Pot Recipes That Will Make Your Home Smell Clean & Fresh The post Simmer Pot Recipes That Will Make Your Home Smell Clean & Fresh appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more

This DIY all-purpose cleaner is made with natural ingredients, and it’s much more cost-effective than buying a new bottle of cleaner every week. It helps you reduce waste and keep your home clean with minimal effort! As much as I love my DIY lavender infused vinegar cleaner, I’ve been playing around with different recipes for ... Read More about DIY All-Purpose Cleaner The post DIY All-Purpose Cleaner appeared first on Modern Homestead Mama ..read more