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Little House Living
The Make-Your-Own Guide to a Frugal, Simple, and Self-Sufficient Life
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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.
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Release date
October 20, 2015 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781501104299
- File size: 56457 KB
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781501104299
- File size: 56636 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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October 15, 2015
Laura Ingalls Wilder's "Little House" books have left an indelible mark on readers; her name (and that of her series) continues to be a shorthand reference for a more self-sufficient life in present times. Alink's blog, Little House Living, relates her upbringing as a country girl in rural South Dakota to her married years living in a small farmhouse in the same area. With her own experiences as guide, Alink demonstrates that some aspects of rural living translate to any situation: creating your own made-from-scratch recipes and necessities such as shampoo, soaps, kids' craft items, and cleaning products. With chapters on Body and Beauty, Household, Children and Pets, and Make-Ahead Mixes, plus additional stories, Alink brings a bit of Wilder's life into the present. VERDICT This title will find a comfortable home in most library collections. Especially warranted where Wendy McClure's The Wilder Life has found popularity.--Kristi Chadwick, Massachusetts Lib. Syst., South Deerfield
Copyright 2015 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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