How to START an Urban Homestead WITHOUT Land| In a Small Space, City, Rental w/ little MONEY | Ep. 4

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Homestead/Farm Dreamer! I'm here to share (and learn) practical tips to help you say yes to your farm dream in a small space and in your spare time. If you've missed any episodes in this series, here's the full playlist: tinyurl.com/sccpb2t2 xoxo Cassandra

[@KTCody]

Can I just say how much I appreciated this video? So many of the other homesteading videos I’ve watched seem to be made by people with no competing priorities. The fact that you do all this on top of having a 9-5 job is so inspiring! I also thought it was kind of you to include your neighbor in your kombucha making. Best of luck to you and your husband as you save up to buy some land!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello El Chippo! This was so kind of you! There are many of us with small homestead dreams that are balancing full-time work. I''ve learned to embrace that 1. there's much to learn that doesn't require having your own land and 2. pacing your time, energy, and finances along the destination prevents overwhelm! Yes, my neighbor Shelia is slowly becoming a farm girl too! Have a great weekend!

[@txspacemom765]

I started in my apartment, 25 years ago. I made all of my own health and beauty products, I grew herbs and flowers and I soaked up all the learning I could. I did a little each month. 1 month could be a box of canning jars and lids, next month was skincare items, following month could be planters and dirt. It's always a fun adventure! Looking forward to more!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

You’re on to me, Heather (and alas we are kindred spirits in this way) because your method is pretty much exactly what I’ve been doing the last few years. I have fully grasped that even a small homestead requires real work and I want the eventual transition to be as successful as possible since I’m coming from a rudimentary background. It’s proven to be a blessing because I’ve been able to build up my canning jar collection over time and other tools and add complete more from scratch projects easier and faster each year because I truly break things down in small chunks as my time, budget allow. Now, it’s just how I live in my home. Wouldn’t change it because it’s so satisfying. So many homesteading skills don’t require land, or you start to learn/implement skills with a few adjustments. I’m so pleased to hear this and know that others will read your story and hopefully also be encouraged!

[@FreshAirWomanism]

Thank you so much for this! Gave me so much motivation..running to your other vids

[@pammitchell3098]

This is really great stuff. Not everyone can afford a large space for homesteading and you are giving people inspiration to do what they can with what they have, building essential skills at the same time. Thank you!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

You’re welcome! Lovely to meet you Pam!

[@karenw6963]

Yes she is an amazing inspiration

[@im8555]

Love that your neighbor is learning to make kombucha!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

IM! It’s sooo good to hear from you!!! Yes! I cannot tell you how, initially, I felt a bit awkward but pressed on and simply shared why I was making kombucha and the benefits of fermented in general. You never know how/who is “watching” you and how your actions can spark interest in others. She’s been my neighbor for 5 years and now we’re fermenting buddies. Who knew! How’s your balcony garden??!

[@GardeningwithBernie]

It is too late at night for me to be watching this video, its making me hungry and wanting to go outside and harvest some ingredients. So glad to have discovered your channel.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Ms. Bernie! Yes, even with a small garden there are so many delicious ways to use your harvests. Are you also a small space grower? I’ve just tried making sage pesto and whew, I’ll be freezing that up by the bagful too! Happy growing season!

[@hobbygardeninthewoods]

I love this! I think too many people limit themselves because of their living situation. I’m many countries people have to raise their entire family in an apartment . We are so spoiled here. I love that you are living your dreams wherever you are which happens to be in a townhouse! Would love to to see a full tour of the home and garden and how you set everything up. I’ll look around your channel to see if there is a video like that already…. If there isn’t then that would be a GREAT video idea! Thanks for this video. So fun and positive and realistic

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Tereza! I just saw your comment on my blueberry jam video, but it’s so nice to meet a new farm girl! You are spot on! My husband is military so we’ve been abroad and particularly noticed that small space living is the norm yet they still create beautiful potted gardens, hang them clothes to dry, efficiently use their space, have a spirit of hospitality and proudly prepare meals using local ingredients still heavily sourced from local vendors. In the states we tend to believe you can only enjoy a farm fresh/simpler life once you have land, animals, etc. I know that we’ll make the leap when the time is right but we aren’t going to rush it because a-there are other logistics we have to consider and b-We still have lots to learn until then. I’ve done a garden tour but will have more coming for sure. I can appreciate that you are curious about my home and I will continue to share but give me some grace to work my nerves up to a home tour--I’m very much a average gal, in a “needs some work here and there” townhome not a decorator. Plus the majority of my home has been styled second hand so it’s a bit eclectic. I do hope to share very soon-perhaps this winter?! 😀 lovely to “meet” you!

[@hobbygardeninthewoods]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl your decorating style sounds realistic! Would love to see it as I’m sure others would too. And no ones home is perfect. I’m painting a room at the moment :)

[@angelfly168]

Watching this for the first time at the closing of autumn and Uuuugh! I can’t wait for spring! Love your video. Beautiful!

[@jstrong1008]

You are SUCH an inspiration! As a Montana girl who lives in the city (okay, Billings, where we only have 115,000ish people) and only have access to a fairly small backyard, I am always looking for ways to make the most of the space I have. I know quite a few farmers/ranchers and with a lot of homesteading youtubers, and envy their seemingly infinite amount of space to work with. In our 70x70 backyard we have laying hens, a new pair of breeding rabbits for meat, a modest garden, a few fruit trees, more permaculture berries and trees to come, and I'm always looking for more to add. Your space is even smaller, but you are doing an amazing job of working within your limitations! Your creativity and drive are helping me be motivated to us my indoor spaces more efficiently. Thank you!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@healwithjaniele]

Sooo excited to learn from and with you, because we can become farm ladies even before the farm!! So glad I found you😊

[@BirdDogOutdoors]

Great video! I love the B-roll! I think what you are doing is awesome!

[@melinda3196]

Binge watching your videos during this cold winter morning. I adore each one more n more!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha! Thanks! Yes, it was in the teens in my neck of the woods this morning. Thank you for your kind words and I share my humble home and homestead dream!

[@carolcastile9038]

I love your KZbin, you have inspired me!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Awww, I'm so glad! You can certainly do this!

[@AlyssaAllDayVlogs]

I just found your channel and I’m loving your content! It’s hard to find other urban homesteaders and I’m totally new to canning, fermenting and preserving.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Where have you been all my life?! 😀Yes, the struggle is real but I’ve suspected there are many folks tucked in smaller spaces living a version of a homestead life! I am warning you now-preserving food in jars is highly addictive (and tasty, healthy, and economical to boot) so you’re in for a fun ride. Stay encouraged even when you make mistakes, it’s so worth it! Thanks for saying hello!

[@AlyssaAllDayVlogs]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl where have YOU been my whole life? 😂 Oh it definitely is addicting. I’m trying to convince my husband to go buy me more tomatoes from the market!

[@OCDishChick]

Cassandra, this was so good! I’m lying across my bed with a cozy blanket on a Saturday afternoon enjoying this very informative and relaxing video. Getting hungry too as I watch you spread that yummy chutney onto your food. 😋 I love how you have inspired your neighbor and took the time to teach her step-by-step…the drink looked very yummy! Way to go, girlfriend! 👏 See ya next time! 🤗 😘

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey Nikki! Now that’s how to get off your feet after a busy day. The overall feeling of relaxation is how I feel when I’m doing these projects so it’s good to hear that’s the vibe you’re getting too. Yes-it was so fun to get her started with kombucha!! She’s already started to ferment a few veggies too so I’m sure I’ll have her canning in no time! She’s becoming a farm girl too! Always lovely to see you, friend!

[@greenhousefun3235]

I know my apricot tree looks so nice. I can't wait until harvest time.

[@katiekennington4974]

I've just found you this month and now you're my favorite channel. Thank you! Please keep sharing!

[@kristiefarquhar4135]

I love, love, love your videos! You are so comforting to me. You're exactly what I need in my life! Thank you so much for what you do!!

[@donnahess5587]

I LOVE your channel! It's nice to see all that you do from a townhouse. You inspire me because I live in a townhouse too!

[@coraclarke-johnson2819]

You are such an inspiration ❤. I’ve begun my own gardening journey, a girl from the bricks of Baltimore, MD to the backyard of the Carolinas…. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow my own food ❤❤❤

[@JessicaSanchez-c1o]

So awesome!👏 save money! Cut out yucky chemicals! Feed your family! All year! Amazing 🤩 Thank you 😊

[@UseYourVoices]

Our people came to this land with all of this knowledge in our hearts and in our hands. This time, we’re doing it for ourselves. Not because we are being forced to for someone else’s benefit. This time we are doing it for ourselves because we want to. It will come back to us, sister. We have not forgotten, we just buried it along with our past. Time to resurrect it. ❤

[@tamarasersansie2211]

I am so glad to have found your channel! I have been working on my micro homestead since 2020. I live in the Mojave Desert and it can be challenging, each year I learn more.I look forward to watching all of your content.

[@RiversideHomesteadLife]

You go gurl 🙌🏽

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Aww, I appreciate this so much!

[@WorkingTowardsImprovement]

Oh my gosh your neighbor is to cute! How fun that you get to share your passion with your neighbor! I’ve had a neighbor very interested in what I’ve been gardening in the front yard lol 😂 she said she use to garden back in the day.

[@KatieCraftyMom]

I love watching your videos! They are very inspirational I also work a 9 to 5 but probably have too many hobbies. over the last several years I’ve gotten really into gardening. I looked at the garden as almost a just a summer thing. Now I am looking at my garden as a year-round preservation so I’m starting to work on canning. I love that your videos show using all of the food from dehydrating which I have a dehydrator and I never use it lol 😂 I am going to remedy that now.

[@teachmotivaterepeat9712]

We are turning out waiting room into a classroom! I needed to hear this! Thank you

[@holistichealinghomestead]

Loving your videos!

[@cherylfaulkner7991]

I think I will try that greenstalk!! I'm in a townhouse in the city as well!

[@carolinekloppert5177]

Ace videography and editing ! Its a sensual delight to watch !

[@nevermind7253]

I've never watched or heard anyone before that made me feel like this does!

[@MuslimahBuilder]

Woman after my own heart...how could I not subscribe!

[@Chercher4848]

Such a refreshing story, love to see your passion. Definitely you can farmstead without land as you have proved. I went from land to a brownstone with a few patios & am enjoying not only maple trees in pots for shade but beautiful hydrangeas in grow bags. Recently added semi-dwarf lemon & limes also in grow bags along with lots of herbs. Look fwd to seeing more of your videos. 👍

[@MagmaSloth64]

This has got to be one of the most inspiring videos ive seen on realizing a homestead dream because it feels so close and attainable. You're absolutely right, you dont necessarily need a large plot of land to begin just DOING IT. And with the comforts of the globalized world spreading thin, with grocery stores sometimes struggling to stay stocked, supply chain uncertainties, and here in Memphis the very frequent city-wide power outages due to poor infrastructure, im realizing more and more that a passionate DIY maker-mindset and a desire to return to the roots, is the future and what will save us. We all rely too heavily on institutions like corporations or governments to take care of us, when we could easily turn the human condition around if we take care of ourselves and those close to us. Our true power comes from within and it is from there that we can begin building stronger local communities. Keep it up and never give up!

[@kish2187]

You had me at 2 square feet stacking garden.

[@sharenp3839]

This is so true, you can bloom where you are planted no matter the size! People that don’t know me think I’m on some huge acreage. People that do know me are amazed how much you can do in a small space. And GreenStalk planters are on sale so with your coupon it’s even more of a savings! Keep up the good work Cassandra!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Sharen! So so true! And, as someone further along in a homestead lifestyle I appreciate your confirmation. I have a tomato preserves recipe coming up next week I hope you’ll enjoy!

[@sharenp3839]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl I’ll look forward to it! Also this month of Mother Earth has an article on farming in the suburbs!

[@tmw8483]

I love this. My husband & I also live in a townhome with a small yard & patio. We would love to buy land & have a big garden, a goat, a dairy cow & some chickens. BUT! Everything is paid off where we are & we do not want to start over with debt & payments again. So we are doing the best we can in our small space.

[@jpapadakis1531]

Thanks for the inspo! I’m weary of plastic planters, especially in the sun.

[@moonsun1368]

Beautiful voice, beautiful content. Keep the videos coming!

[@thehynelife]

So glad I have found you. We are about to buy a beautiful home with a garden but I thought it was too small to homestead. You have proved me wrong ❤

[@ginarossomando-wood5989]

I am thrilled to have found your channel! I have been researching homesteading and other simple living information for a while trying to figure out how to implement this in my world. Now that we are relocating to a townhome in the northeast, I am very excited to learn how to make this a part of my new home process. Thank you!!!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Gina! We are kindred spirits, then! Not only are you in my neck of the woods (northeast), and in a similar living situation (townhome), becoming a farm girl is still possible in a small space and in your spare time! I don’t shy away that I’m a homestead dreamer and that experiencing at least part of the farm life is possible, without land or livestock. Have you started canning? Thanks for saying hello! It’s so lovely to meet you!

[@divinesoulutions]

This is soo important now. Thank u for helping people

[@ladyryan902]

Omgosh I like your commitment.. I was you 20 years ago..growing on my big balcony . herbs hanging in every window... Lol n tomatoes n peppers hanging from the ceiling..teaching my boys where they come from..ahh memories...keep going!!

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

Thank you for sharing this video. It is very helpful and informative to me.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lindaidzinski1851]

I found your channel recently and decided to get a greenstalk. I will be planting my fall veggies for the first time in it.

[@asstephshockleygrows2871]

WOW, I love this!!! This is so motivating. Thank you for sharing

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

You truly can grow a lot in a small space and in your spare time! You’re more than welcome!

[@1367dhbkhf]

We are wanting a homestead in the near future so I’m looking to those like yourself who can help me start educating myself even though we still live in suburbia. Thank you! I need all the help I can get! Homestead life here we come!

[@butterflywhisperer8366]

I’m so glad I found this video. Just subscribed to your channel and this gives me hope. I own a condo with a small patio that I can’t grow what I really want but do have some plants and herbs. I belong to a community garden and now will be building garden beds at my husband’s niece house since she decided to move closer and pretty much giving me the go to grow food over there. I’m grateful for these opportunities 😊. I don’t feel so discouraged now. I want to buy this book too 😊

[@tammynevil7852]

watching from the beginning, enjoying your channel

[@GmamaGrowz]

Backyard basil is the TRUTH 🌿 I'm working on new brewing projects and fermenting is starting to be my junk 😆TFS!

[@ClaudeVanHeerden]

Lovely neighbour moment

[@teachwithwoolf]

I love this! Can’t wait to check out more of your vids! 😊

[@backyardfarmerpat]

Just found you. What an awesome channel! All the best. I am also on my food growing journey and teaching others to grow their own food

[@KeeKeeSoto]

Perfectly relaxing video! I gotta get my hands (& mouth) on that chutney! Enjoy the rest of your wkd Cassandra 😊🌿

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey girl! Haha, yes chutneys and jams are where the flavor resides! Enjoy your weekend and week ahead too!! I saw you had a live-look at you!!!!

[@KeeKeeSoto]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl yes lol. My nerves don't like it but I need the watchtime hours.

[@TheNakidGardeners]

Great video. We so can relate on using what where you are at and learning from that before going to your forever home(stead).

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Couldn’t agree more! Your homestead and channel truly document not on my the homestead skills you can before and after a first time homestead purchase but also the logistics behind moving, home repairs, etc! So good to see you TNG!!!

[@simplyliving22]

You inspire me to try more things in our garden, thank you!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Louise! I’m so happy to hear this! I’ve surprised myself with how much is possible to grow in a small space. Thanks for saying hello!

[@simplyliving22]

I’m trying to start a lavender farm, in my brother’s yard. I’m grateful for the massive grow bed and a bedroom in his house. My 5 year plan is to buy land to lavender, garden, etc and build a tinyhouse.

[@wmluna381]

Apartment Homesteader - so that's what I am. I like it!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Woot! Woot! Yes, Luna! There is so much you can do in a small space and in your spare time!

[@thecatwhosawstars]

Your videos are so fantastic ❤️ your deck looks great! I have a closet where all the herbs get hung it’s pretty crazy…

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey House of S! Now that’s what I’m talking about a full closet! Herbs are the heartiest and healthiest plants that thrive year after year and I’ve really come to enjoy growing them. Thanks for the tip!

[@HannahLivingBlessed.2]

Same here! Homestead dreamer!! Living in a townhouse apartment & KZbin content creator ❤❤tfs 😊

[@onechristianwallace]

This is super inspiring!

[@renni9164]

I just subscribed to your channel ,I can see in the video you got a lot of good ideas for the kombucha and herb butter. you should make a side job of selling those items before other people decide to take your recipe and sell them as their own, if you're not already doing that.

[@seasonalliving2881]

You have a beautiful, calming voice. 🥰

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@semi-homesteading]

Love this so much! I’m also on my adventure to become a farm girl! :)

[@brooklynhomesteader3721]

I just ordered my second one with your $10off coupon! Wootwoot🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

BK homesteader!!! Thank you, truly! Ironically it was YOUR vertical system on IG last year that got me into strongly considering how to maximize my space this season! You won’t be disappointed! The ease in assembly, maintenance and durability are well worth it. pS-I though mr I replied to you within hours of your initial comment but it appears my reply has vanished. Apologies if you’ve received a similar comment m, twice. So good to “see” you!

[@brooklynhomesteader3721]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Same here. We were considering how to maximize our grow space and one of the list items was a 2nd greenstalk...so the sale, your video and the coupon made it a win win decision💚

[@emberdare]

Wow, thank you for your channel, this is awesome

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Ember! Nice to meet you! I’m so happy this was helpful!

[@greenhousefun3235]

Loved this video.

[@bethyoung3654]

Wonderful video!

[@widdershinnz]

I’m following your example

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Widdershinnz! I’m always happy to share what I know in hopes that it’ll help. Nice to meet you!

[@widdershinnz]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl i just harvested my first basil plant and dehydrated it alongside some sliced garlic! The flavor is out of this world for both ingredients! What is even happening in my mouth rn

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha! Too funny but I totally get it! Watch out, your on a dangerously delicious and empowering path to wanting to source as much as you can via home preservation, from scratch, etc! At least that’s how it happened for me! Way to go! Keep it up!!!

[@yanniemoorman]

I’ve brewed kombucha in the Philippines! I’m inspired to do it again here 😃

[@ZakiaMs]

Love as usual 💕! In the past two weeks I've made the djion, carrot cake jam, and sweet rosemary Balsamic onion jam. All were amazing and I tweaked them to my preference. I was actually trying to figure out what fruit combo to add to my latest kombucha batch so I grabbed some peaches from a local farmer today (thank you!!). Keep up the amazing work

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hearing this fills my heart with the biggest amount of joy! Thank you for taking time to share this. Isn’t food preservation the best?! And, I couldn’t agree more with tweaking recipes to your tastebud preference-that’s what canning is all about-giving YOU control over what you like. What I share is a baseline. I’m so excited you’re also making kombucha! I’ve got to keep adding to my bottle stash but I love how it’s my go to soda substitute. I am truly grinning from ear to ear! Happy to meet another friend that’s becoming a farm girl!

[@ZakiaMs]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl happy to have found your channel 😁. Also, if you're in the market for another fermentation book, might I suggest 'Traditionally Fermented Foods' by Shannon Stonger. She is a fellow homesteading blogger (like yourself) who lives off the grid. I ordered it on Amazon. It's full of beautiful pictures, great tips, and delicious recipes.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

@@ZakiaMs Just placed my order! Thank you!

[@ZakiaMs]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl you're very welcome 😊

[@naturesheartgardening7456]

Inspirational video thank you for sharing 100000 likes 👍🏾 💚💚💚👍🏾💚

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Nature's Heart Gardening! I just watched your fall gardening video and it is an excellent reminder that fall, for the gardener, is already right around the corner! Thank for you saying hello. I'm happy to share what I know (and am learning) on this satisfying journey filled with homegrown and canned food, natural living, and kitchen gardening!

[@anpham1011]

Amazing.

[@cslrclorne]

Happy holidaze 🎉

[@elotalks8185]

Neet channel! would be great if you would make a video on how you control pests in your garden.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Elo Talks! That’s a great idea! Inhibe learned a few tips and tricks along the way. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@Ricosyard]

I love this channel

[@illyariddell1032]

Lucky neighbor!

[@meman6964]

Pretty setting and romantic

[@vannesagannon4555]

❤❤❤❤fantastic ❤❤❤❤

[@rubypanterra.]

So glad I found your channel! I love to see somebody like me doing these things 😌 new subbie ❤ can I ask which gardening zone you're in?

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Ruby! 👋🏾Thank you for saying hello! I’m in zone 7a!

[@thatonellamawhoissoobsesse8138]

Awesome :)

[@brooklynhomesteader3721]

I love this💚💚

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much, Brooklyn Homesteader!!!! You are ever the ultimate encourager!

[@Fujiw213]

I’m going through a breakup feels like the worst day of my life. Maybe starting this hobby will make me feel better.

[@marycampbell4160]

Awesome

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you, Mary! There’s a lot you can do even with a little. ;)

[@palmangel760]

Please please tell me where you get your aprons 🙏😍

[@giospecialties9402]

Where did you buy your vertical garden?

[@presentappeal7037]

How do you determine the expiration date of each item? Thank you.

[@lpkington78]

Question when you put your water in your green stalk does it immediately start draining out part of it

[@MoaAnbessaLezelalem]

❤

[@uniquelybeautiful85]

Greetings

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello!

[@homesteadinthehood11212]

Peace Be Unto You, I am new to your channel and am very happy to be. I am looking forward to getting to know you through what you share with us on your Channel. Have you fermented garlic? If so, if you will, will you please share the link with me that I may ferment some for myself.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Homestead in The Hood! Firstly, you have a gorgeous growing space! You are using it so efficiently between containers, vertical growing and succession planting. It's nice to see another small space grower truly maximizing space. And yes, I totally love fermenting garlic. While I haven't done a full dedicated video on it, you'll get the gist of how I do it if you watch this grocery haul: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5Soq6ZmqsaZbsU. Thanks for stopping by and saying hello!

[@homesteadinthehood11212]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Thank you for answering my question. Be well and be safe. Peace

[@groovyhueyofficial]

ever thought about voice acting lol?

[@AXELRAPUNZEL]

yeah!

[@BRASENomad]

Hello and thank you. Us over here @BRASENomad have 3 acres in zone 3, and have not 100% committed. Yet. It’s coming