Practical Gifts for Homesteaders

Check out a list of gift ideas for people living a homestead lifestyle. Prices range from under $10 to over $ 50 for a couple items. Have fun shopping for the homesteader on your list as you use this gift guide as a way to get you started.

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Inspirational Clock
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Clock

This one has my vote. I would like to see this reminder on my wall.

If it isn’t for the person on your list, click on the clock and you will find other options.

Cast Iron

My aunt gifted me this pan and it has become my go to cast iron skillet for cooking eggs in various ways.

There are mulitple options to choose from when deciding on a cast iron purchase. Lodge, one of the best quality cast iron pans to purchase lasts for generations.

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Puzzles

A couple different ways to stimulate your brain in those times of slow down. Click on either picture to order.

Candles and Such

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Click on The Farming Game to learn more.

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Games

One of my favorite games: Dutch Blitz

Heirloom Seeds

Here are a few other places to order Heirloom Seeds

Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

Seeds for Generations

Heirloom Solutions

Click on the above underlined companies to view thier selections and order.

To order Survival Garden Heirloom Seeds, click on the above picture.

E Book

Does the homesteader on your list want to hatch chicken eggs? Consider giving a guide to help them plan: Plan Your Hatch

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Signs

No homestead with chickens is complete with out a Farm Fresh Egg sign. There are many designs to choose from. I picked this one out for its appropriate shape. Hope folks know that price of 25 cents is per egg.

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Thermometer

Barn Theme Thermometer

I would put 2 of these to use here at home. One on the garden shed so I could look out to see the temperature and one in the chicken barn to get an idea of how cold it really gets in there.

Horse Theme Thermometer

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Cardinal Outdoor Thermometer

I have wanted an outdoor thermometer for a couple years. I know right where it will go. Current local temperatures are always on this homesteader’s mind.

Outdoor Rain Gauge

Here are a couple examples, but if you click on either picture, you will find additional options.

Apron

For the homesteader who raises goats.

I grew up with goats and this puts a smile on my face.

Goat Apron

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A practical gift for bee keepers

Metal Honey Sieve with Double Screen

You may want to do a bit of sleuthing to find out if they already have this item.

Peet Dryer Original, M97-FS

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Boot Dryer

Solar Powered Outdoor Light
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Some places on a homestead may be hard to run electricity especially when in the beginning stages. A Solar Powered Light on a outbuilding is not only a green option, it allows for lighting in a remote place on the farm or homestead.

Sunforce 120 LED Solar Motion Light

I know exactly where I would use this light here on the homestead. In fact, I can think of a couple places I would like to have a motion light.

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Indoor Market #2: Culver

On November 17, 2018 I attended my first indoor Farmer’s Market in Bremen, Indiana.  I am looking forward to the possibility of a February Bremen Indoor Market in 2019 with a Valentine theme.  I decided with eggs to sell and crafts to make I would try a second indoor market.  I had seen on Facebook and Instagram that the town of Culver was hosting an indoor Famer’s Market twice a month through April 2019. Further investigation revealed that temporary vendors were accepted as space allowed. 


Finding the vendor information and application links on the Culver Farmer’s Market Facebook page, I applied.  A few days later I learned I was indeed welcome to attend the following Saturday.  

The weather proved miserable by the time I arrived and was unloading the car.  Wind driven rain, and temperatures in the 30’s had me shivering. The atmosphere inside was however was warm and friendly to this newcomer.  I enjoyed the view overlooking Lake Maxinkackee.  A fog hovered over the choppy, wind driven waves of the lake and I felt cozy inside the Beach Lodge. Happy with my display, I settled into painting on a couple different bird houses.  I found painting at the Bremen Indoor Market gave authenticity to the finished birdhouses on display.  If not for anyone else, certainly for my own satisfaction.

I made a short video to allow you to look at the variety of options to shop for at the Culver Indoor Market.  So please be sure to click on the video and enjoy a close up view of many of the items available. 

Watch a short video showing vendor wares at the Culver Indoor Market in Culver, Indiana

Each market varies a bit with vendors attendance and I did not get a picture of every available item. If you are local to northern Indiana and southern Michigan, be sure to check out the Culver Indoor Market this Saturday December 15, 2018.  Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the first and third Saturday’s now through April. The Market is free to visit and enjoy live music while you shop.

Location: Beach Lodge, Culver Town Park, 819 E Lake Shore Drive, Culver, IN 46511 

Time: 9 am to 1 pm

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In Summary

I am happy to have attended this market and look forward to providing farm fresh, NON -GMO eggs, crafts and other items at future markets.  I met locals, some who embrace similar values, and will enjoy getting to know how they homestead in their own unique way. 

What did I buy?

Local grass fed hamburger and ginger snap cookies.