Harvesting Happiness – Your Guide to homemade, hearty, and healthy Living

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Loving on my sweet bunny, Peter

Feeding my favorite dairy cow, Chocolate

Welcome! I’m Harper!

My journey to homesteading is a story of transformation, a path that led me from the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil rhythms of the countryside. It’s a tale of embracing simplicity, sustainability, and the profound joy of growing and creating with my own hands.

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Explore Our Delicious Homemade Recipes

Browse our curated collection of homemade recipes, featuring fresh, homegrown ingredients and simple, yet flavorful, techniques. Delight in creating nourishing meals that bring the taste of the homestead right to your table.

Recipe Index
Farm to Table
Chicken
Beef
Under 30 Min
Fruits
Veggies
Cheese
Sweets

Learning the Homesteading Basics

Embark on a transformative journey into self-reliance and sustainability, creating a life that’s in harmony with nature.

Raising Chickens

Explore our comprehensive guide on Chicken Raising, packed with insights for healthy, happy backyard flocks.

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Beekeeping

Dive into beekeeping: hive management, honey harvesting, and sustaining healthy bee populations.

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Bread Making

Unveil the art of homemade bread baking with our easy-to-follow recipes and expert tips.

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Canning

Master the art of canning and preserving your harvest with our detailed guides and tips.

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Learn how to fund your Homestead in my Free EBook

Favorite Products

These are a few of my favorite products that you’ll find in my kitchen

Organic Ingredients I love

My Fav Canning Supplies

My Fav Homeschool Supplies