Little House Living: The Make-Your-Own Guide to a Frugal, Simple, and Self-Sufficient Life

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The immensely popular blogger behind Little House Living provides a timeless and “heartwarming guide to modern homesteading” (BookPage) that will inspire you to live your life simply and frugally—perfect for fans of The Pioneer Woman and The Hands-On Home.
Shortly after getting married, Merissa Alink and her husband found themselves with nothing in their pantry but a package of spaghetti and some breadcrumbs. Their life had seemingly hit rock bottom, and it was only after a touching act of charity that they were able to get back on their feet again.
Inspired by this gesture of kindness as well as the beloved Little House on the Prairie books, Merissa was determined to live an entirely made-from-scratch life, and as a result, she rescued her household budget—saving thousands of dollars a year. Now, she reveals the powerful and moving lessons she’s learned after years of homesteading, homemaking, and cooking from scratch.
Filled with charm, practical advice, and gorgeous full-color photographs, Merissa shares everything from tips on budgeting to natural, easy-to-make recipes for taco seasoning mix, sunscreen, lemon poppy hand scrub, furniture polish, and much more. Inviting and charming, Little House Living is the epitome of heartland warmth and prairie inspiration.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gallery Books
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2021
Edition ‏ : ‎ Reprint
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 198217899X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982178994
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.37 x 0.6 x 9.13 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #573,442 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #510 in Do-It-Yourself Home Improvement (Books) #557 in Gluten Free Recipes #603 in Sustainable Living
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Customers find this book packed with valuable information and easy-to-follow recipes, particularly appreciating that they use materials that are not hard to find. Moreover, the book is inspiring, with one customer noting how it sparked their drive to DIY items in their bathroom and kitchen, while another mentions how it helps create a home and neighbor atmosphere. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its lovely photography and readability, with customers enjoying reading it and considering it worth every penny.