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How to Build a Shipping Container Cabin

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Shipping containers are being used all over the world as an alternative way to build a structure, in this case a home.  Could you live in a shipping container if it turned out like this one?  Take a look at this comprehensive 17 step process and let us know. Disclaimer: I am not a professional […]

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DIY: Kid Wash Water Activity

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With summer comes the potential for kids & parents alike to get stir-crazy…so here’s a fun project that will keep the munchkins entertained, especially if they can play with WATER! Now, be sure it’s not too hot outside. Just because they’ll be playing in water, sunburns come easy & adequate hydration is always important. Click […]

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FREE Download: The Preparedness Review, Spring 2013

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Todd Sepulveda (creator or Prepper Website) invited both Jeff & I to provide articles for The Preparedness Review, and we happily accepted. Jeff’s article is titled Don’t Waste Your Time…There’s Prepping to Do, and David’s article is titled Are You Knot Ready? Here are excerpts from both: I’m convinced that time management skills are what […]

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Featured: Meatloaf Oil Lamp -The Survival Mom®

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Recently, I’ve been bombarded with this question, Berkey Guy, how can I use my meatloaf drippings to survive? Coincidentally, our good friend Lisa Bedford answered this very question on her blog in January of 2012. Heck, she’s The Survival Mom®…survival moms always have answers! Click on the image below or Click HERE to visit today’s […]

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DIY: Make Your Own Natural Neosporin!

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Say goodbye to baldness forever! Well, not with today’s DIY remedy. BUT, if you or someone in the household is dealing with: diaper rash dry or chapped skin eczema a minor burn minor cuts scrapes, etc. then we’ve got the recipe for you! Check out today’s DIY “boo-boo” ointment from Mrs Happy Homemaker. If you’re […]

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DIY: Fish Hooks from Can Tab!

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Today’s DIY post gives you an excuse to drink some beers or sodas from cans…or you can score some tabs from the recycling center if you don’t have any empty cans around the house. In any event, this project is simple, straight-forward, and should involve safety equipment because you’ll be exposed to sharp metal edges. […]

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DIY: {Hillbilly} Washing Machine

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Check out today’s DIY Washing Machine! In case you don’t have a Faraday cage big enough for your washing machine, we’ve got you covered. Melissa at Refashionista decided to call her project a Hillbilly Washing Machine. This project is certainly not limited to hillbillies per se, so check it out & make your own…just make […]

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DIY: Convert Your Lawn Mower Into a Generator

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Lies start wars. Heck, even facts start wars! But I mentioned lies because I want you to think about this one: I could easily live a few days without electricity. I can’t. My primary source of income will be removed when the grid goes down. I have back-ups and my back-ups have back-ups. Three of […]

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