How to Homestead Without Land | Learn to Urban Homestead| Ep 2

[@Farmer_Nurse72]

10 seconds into your video I was shouting "Get it Girl" yes exactly what I'm looking for in a video channel. I sure did hit the subscribe button.. and will Share

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Yasss! You totally just made me laugh out loud🤪. I’ve been thinking maybe I’m a little crazy these past few years but had an even deeper feeling I wasn’t alone. Im happy to share what I’m doing and learning and meet (and also l learn) from others, like you, on the journey! Thanks for saying hello!!!! I’ll see you soon! Are you also into canning?

[@jklynb]

I have a nearly non existent yard in town. Literally about 10 feet. I’m going to follow you and try to get something out of my “yard” this spring.

[@OCDishChick]

Love love love the jars of natural cleaners! I have to remember to do this. And I always save our salsa and jelly jars. 😜

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey lady! Yes, I was under the weather last week and got behind schedule. Appreciate the check in! I’ll be headed over to you soon!

[@OCDishChick]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Aww sorry to hear that you were under the weather last week. I’m sure you had plenty of canned chicken soup on hand to whip yourself back into shape. All the best! 🤗

[@MoonlightHillFamilyFarm]

Omgoodness i saw your KZbin name and idk why i thought this was your video lol im a blonde but i love your name OCD ill have to check your channel out also

[@OCDishChick]

@@MoonlightHillFamilyFarm You are funny! 😂 You are welcomed any time. 🤗

[@silvermans]

Love to see my people being so creative.Only ever see other cultures doing this so please keep up the excellent work and I will be making some of these recipes. Peace and blessings from UK 🙏❤

[@HAKIMM1104]

I'm so glad i found your channel. I've had the dream of owning a homestead for some time now. But my current home is on half an acre and it's too small to do what i REALLY want to do...but i decided to start small with an urban backyard homestead...and to learn the skills that I'll need to run a larger homestead...love your videos. They are an inspiration...Keep them coming😊

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello dear friend! Firstly- thank you for taking the time to introduce yourself and say “hello”😀! So much of what you shared resonates with me too! While I wait for land large enough to support pigs, a few dairy cows and chickens, I realized a while ago that acres are only part of the homestead routine and that there’s a mindset shift that many practical kitchen, herbal and diys I could learn and apply inside of my townhome! Truly, I know see and appreciate my small space as a blessing. When I make a mistake it’s not as costly as it could be on a larger homestead, I’m gradually scaling in knowledge and that’s...awesome! Plus, in pursuit of my “dream” I don’t want to ignore the blessing God has given me now with the roof I have over my head, etc. It’s so nice to meet you along this journey! I’m happy to learn from and with you so share your tips! At first I thought I was crazy for having a channel talk about this topic-you make me realize it’s pretty “normal”! Blessings on your week!

[@peggycarey5057]

Thank you fir this wonderful channel! You speak to my soul! So inspiring! I am so grateful I found your channel! Have a wonderful day!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Peggy! Aww, thanks so much! I’m equally thrilled to connect with other homestead dreamers. Big endings often have small starts. 😊 Thank you for saying hello!

[@gardenweedsgrower]

Very nice, inspiring and educational. I’ll definitely be back for more of your experiences as an urban homesteader. I love everything about this type of living.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

I truly appreciate your encouragement. Totally agree with you about loving this lifestyle, not always easy but worth it and a true benefit to my mental and physical health and focusing on what’s truly important and valuable! I’ll “see” you soon!

[@medwardbell]

Great stuff here. Giving new ideas I can do now that the weather is changing.

[@sheilaelliott75]

You need to have a tv show girl . Love your ides♥️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Shelia! I’m having a lot of fun sharing what I’ve learned from books, classes and others here on my corner of the internet. Thanks for stopping by! Are you a homestead dreamer too?

[@sheilaelliott75]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl newly retired. Looking for new daily lifestyle 🙂

[@PopleBackyardFarm]

You can homestead wherever you are at ..it is a matter of the heart :)

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Amen! Honestly, for a while, when I first started on this journey I thought I was crazy for not wanting to wait until I got a small farm and moved out of the city-but truly, there are so many skills to learn that will only enhance your skill set. In fact, I’m thankful I get to pace myself in this way while on a small property. Thanks for stopping by fellow homesteader!

[@sarahdoanpeace3623]

Wow absolutely beautiful!! What a fabulous channel you have and I’m so glad I’ve a new favorite channel!! Your videos are beautifully shot, great angles, lovely voice you have, nice background music, and super interesting and relatable content!!! Well done! Absolutely excellent!

[@christineayre796]

I love see your beginnings!! I too am a lady homestead dreamer!! I also follow Heidi with Rain Country!! That's my girl!! As far as the Basil salt.. I have had if fresh since last season and wanted to preserve it. Salt is a natural preservative but the fresh Basil, I was concerned.. I just started dehydrating it!! Thanks for the tip!! Blessings Sis!!

[@CapriRose]

1st of all, you are amazing!!! And 2nd, I’m so glad that i found this video abs your channel!!!!! This is so much of what I’ve been looking for!!! Thank you for sharing ❤️😀😊

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Shannon! It’s so nice to meet you, too! Yay for small space homestead dreamers! There’s so much to do, learn and enjoy along your journey. If you have any questions or video topics I’m happy to help if I can. Are you also into canning?

[@CapriRose]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl thanks it’s nice to meet you too! i am getting ready to start. I want to learn how to preserve and store food without refrigeration or freezers. What is the simplest thing to start with for canning? I live in an apartment and I’m going to be starting a small garden in a corner in my living room.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Shannon that’s so awesome to hear! While both pressure canning and water bath canning aren’t as scary as you may have heard my recommendation is to start with water bath canning because you likely already have the equipment (large pot and lid is all that’s needed). Lots of spreads, jams, conserves and jellies are water bath recipes and I feature lots of ideas here on the channel. As long as you follow an approved recipe book for measurements and processing times you’ll get the hang of it. I’m still not close to canning everything but it’s been neat to see how much I continue to make a dent (or have just stopped buying canned from the grocery store) over the past 4 years or so. You’ve got this!!!!

[@CapriRose]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl thanks for the feedback! I will try one of these soon

[@nikkitahill4767]

Recently discovered you and I'm amazed you don't have millions of subs. You are amazing! Very inspiring, easy to follow videos.. Just awesome! 💕 Lots of love from the UK

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

I so appreciate your kind words! It’s been fun sharing and even better “meeting” people like you. Growth will unfold, but I can honestly tell you that I like “being small” because I can almost immediately recognize channel names and specific conversations! Where are you in your homestead journey?

[@mulle5784]

Just came across one of your videos last night - love how you reuse what you have! Great job,!

[@chiomascharm4596]

I really love the way that you put your videos together! Your voice is so sweet and I learned alot! Thanks for sharing 💜

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Why thank you so much! I’m trying to get the hang of putting a video together but more than that it’s been so nice “meeting” people like you! I appreciate your words of encouragement more than you know!

[@charmc4152]

This was a really interesting and informative video! Thank you! 😊

[@Just-Nikki]

The cranberry with jalapeños is intriguing. I like to make lemon, rosemary salt for my cutting boards and I toss the citrus peels leftover from making my cleaners into the dishwasher for a run to refresh my dishwasher. I love, love, love cracklings, especially in cornbread. Everything looked wonderful, thanks for sharing your time 🙂

[@OCDishChick]

OK great I received this notification. Phew! I’ll sit back and watch now.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

You’re too sweet! Thank you!!

[@Farmer_Nurse72]

Me too

[@TwoFamilyHomestead]

We have friends that live in an apt and they grew quite a bit this year and canned their harvest - so yes, it can be done most anywhere

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

100% agreed! This is so encouraging to hear. While it’s truly inspiring to watch folks (like you) with fuller versions of a homestead, that doesn’t mean you can do something with what you’ve got! I caught the end of your live last night with Microfarmer! I’ll have to go back and watch the replay!

[@debramede3735]

Every video is incredible

[@LivingRightDebtFreeHomestead]

This is a great video! Lots of good info that I will definitely be trying. Subscribed. Look forward to more videos. And to practicing some of these skills.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello, fellow dreamer! Aww, thanks so much. This was my 2nd video in this monthly series. All of my content has this theme interwoven so I hope you enjoy and im happy to have you along for the journey. I’m happy to learn from you too! “See” you around the channel!

[@reneeshorts8565]

GIRL!! The chicken dribblins are LIFE!! Amen to EVERYTHING you said, especially about the cracklins 🔥💜😁👍🏾

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Renee! Yay! I’m so glad you “get” this! There is no reason not to use any part of the bird--it’s the best eating!

[@acozylifestylewithclearissac]

New subbie here and I am one of those people without land that wants to become an urban/sorta farmer. If I can grow roses and other flowers, can grow veggies too. Looking forward to more inspiration from you.

[@ciarrataylor9644]

This was THE BEST video. The chicken tips were superb! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge on this journey!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Ciara! I’m so glad you found this helpful and yes--learning how to process while chickens is worth it!

[@CherieNorquay]

Great video. We can do so much homesteading in the city.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Yes we can!!!

[@nohamalife]

I love the natural cleaner recipes. Will try that. Love all the other ideas, new subscriber here

[@robynlee5436]

Wow that's awesome!

[@GmamaGrowz]

Wow I can really use this disinfectant recipe 🤓 TFS!

[@Omequa1]

I’ve been looking for a channel like this for a while now! I am in love with your content and ideas! Thank you!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello TheChangingFox! Thank you for saying hi! There is so much to do and learn even before you get acres and animals. While I wait I wouldn’t have it any other way! Are you also into canning?

[@Omequa1]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl I have been viewing different videos. I want to start learning.

[@carombu]

Just discovered your channel and I'm excited to start my journey with you because I live in a small space and I am definitely dreaming of a homestead life♥️♥️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

It’s so nice to meet you, Carol! You can certainly start advancing toward your homestead life while in your small space! I’m happy to share what I’ve learned (and from what you’re learning too)! Are you also into food preservation?

[@tryingtobemd-phd3262]

Wow I’m so happy I stumbled across your page!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Nina! It's so nice to meet others that are becoming farm girls, too!

[@rashawntaylor7605]

Wow!! I am SO happy to have found you!! Preparing to start our homesteading journey and these videos have been a God send!!🙌🏾❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

I’m so happy to hear this!!! Keep going!

[@peggyjohnson3184]

Lovely video! May you have great success.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello dear friend! Thank you so much! A dream is journey and, while my start is humble I’m enjoying what I’m learning I’m the meanwhile! Thank you for such kind words!

[@alexadavidson6227]

I just found your channel and I am obsessed!! 🥰 Thanks for sharing all you’ve learned so far! I love the top about Dressing up the jars that are visible!! Genius! Looking forward to more of your videos!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Alexa! Aww, girl I appreciate the encouragement! I'm happy to share what I'm learning, as well as learn from you too. You can do so much in your spare time and in a small space. Thanks for saying hello!

[@maranathayall]

This was awesome! I grabbing a pen to take notes while I dive in for round #2.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello fellow homestead dreamer! You are too kind! I appreciate your hello, so nice to “meet” you! Where are you are in your journey?

[@shayb1701]

Great ideas. Thanks for the inspiration

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

So pleased you found it helpful! Let me know if you have other ideas!

[@puffysmoke8827]

I look forward to living off grid soon. Thank you so much 🙏🏽

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

That is awesome! I very much want our current place to have off grid features and certainly our forever homestead. During the winter we have kerosene heaters, a Berkey water filter and rain barrel, oil lamps but were in the market for a generator (researching to find the right one since they are expensive but necessary). Thanks for stopping by and as you come across tips please share! I love learning all I can😀

[@2doodledo]

Tysm for all the info! Love your channel!!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Sweet friend, you are too fond! Glad you enjoy it! I’m happy to encourage (and learn from you and others) as I build my homestead dream!

[@robynlee5436]

I've heard homesteading isn't about where you live but how you live.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

What a beautifully way to capture this lifestyle. I will cherish this phrase. Thank you for sharing this with me! I’m so encouraged by your kindness!

[@TheOracleofWhimsy]

Nicely done, storing without plastic bags, and zero waste is something I am challenged with. I see you are using plastic bags, have you looked into ways of storing that are zero waste? Can you do a video on this?

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello! Thank you! I totally agree that’s it’s challenging, but possible!! I’m not there (yet) but over the past year I’ve slowly started to use reusable storage and freezer bags (Stasher brand-expensive but the best quality around). I hope to release a video about this as my inventory increases. 😄

[@BeaudeMello]

Awesome video, so accessible and inspiring!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello! I really appreciate this! Dreams are worth pursuing no matter where you begin!

[@navygirl98to02]

I meed to get some lavender. I saw some recipes for adding it to some jellies and jams in a canning book I was flipping through. I don't know why but the gelatin bouncing up and down after being released from the canning jar was satisfying lol. TFS

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Too many folks are saying that! And yes, it’s satisfying not only in look but the taster, who chil’ now THATS where it’s at! Lavender is amazing. You’ve gotta grow some in a pot this summer. From jellies, honeys, teas, oils and bath salts the stuff is so versatile!!!

[@RootingForSunshine]

Wonderful video!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much! This is part of a series on my channel. There’s so much you can do/learn in a small space and in your spare time!

[@debramede3735]

Do you have a blog with all these recipes?

[@MoonlightHillFamilyFarm]

I love your name of your channel im very OCD i love to clean and do dishes im werid i guess i go some where ill start cleaning

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Definitely stay weird (we’re the best kinds folks, I’m certain). I love the homestead you have! New friend, here!

[@4GODiswithus]

I didn't realize it was that easy to make disinfectant wipes!! 😳 I'm also becoming a farm girl and I have my own and note pad. Thank you so much for letting us into your life. New sub? Of course!! ❤❤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Ky Mom-Trepreneur! Thanks for taking a moment to say hello! Yes!! I’m always so excited to meet other farm girls in the making! Yes, homemade disinfectant wipes are that easy! I love using them. If you have a topic recommendation don’t hesitate to ask. I’m so happy to “e-meet” you!

[@Denise-wj4yy]

Love your videos 💞

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello, Denise! Thank you! If you’ve stumbled on this video I suspect your a homestead dreamer too. I post kitchen gardening or canning recipes weekly. Where are you in your homestead journey?

[@Denise-wj4yy]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl thank you and yes I am a homesteader in the making ..lol..I garden on my small patio...I did ok for a first timer I am going to keep at it..I also shared your videos with others thank you for this wonderful content

[@Denise-wj4yy]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl ♥️

[@Dionysia_Maria]

Good

[@cdnelson7291]

👍

[@victoriawolfe686]

Thank goodness you showed Thor at the end bc I was like WHERE’S MY DOG FOOTAGE 😂😂

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha! Yes, Thor will inevitably make an appearance anytime the camera drops within a foot of the ground! That’s so sweet of you. Are you a dog mama too?!

[@victoriawolfe686]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl two dogs, and one is a ham. I’m teaching my 3K class remotely and the first thing they ask every morning is WHERE’S THE PUPPY bc she hops in to the screen on our google meet so much 🤦🏻‍♀️ They would LOVE Thor.

[@user-jj2go1ot8v]

Great stuff, thanks! Learned a lot about cooking with whole chickens. I went to subscribe and it turns out I already did lol. Wish I could subscribe twice :)

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Too funny! I’m happy to share why I’m learning along with others (as well as learn from you). Yes, cooking with whole chickens is the way to go! I’ve since learned to use the bones to grind into bone meal and blood meal powder for my garden after I use them to make broth- no waste, tons of use! Thanks for saying hello!

[@thecatwhosawstars]

Ooh eucalyptus ❤️❤️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

But, of course! Good to “see” you friend!

[@MoonlightHillFamilyFarm]

Im so happy i found your channel and i also have a channel moonlight hill flower farm

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Just checked it out!! So awesome!!between the ducks, rabbits, chickens, dog, goats and kiddos, it looks like fun! Thanks for saying hello!!

[@thecatwhosawstars]

Yum!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha! Thanks! These easy make it from scratch recipes are exactly that!

[@robynlee5436]

Cassandra where can I get your recipes?

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Robyn! My recipes are on my blog www.becomingafarmgirl.com AND I have a canning playlist as well as canning videos here the channel. I include a link to my recipes in the description box. You've gotta try them. Are you already a canner? Just getting started?

[@robynlee5436]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl I'm just getting started!

[@gabriellemccullough-hanks9644]

My mom’s ex husband used to make Cracklin’ from hog meat… It was so good 🤤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Yes!!!! Thank you for sharing. Until you actually try cracklings I think people just don’t get it!! I know hog meat added even more flavor!

[@renocamo]

Subb’d!

[@eugeniab2990]

why do you have cloth scraps?… are you hiding projects from us? 😅😅