When we first purchased our homestead in the hollow, we saw the potential, but we also saw that it would take A LOT of work to update this one-of-a-kind farmhouse. The old owner was in construction and purchased the property…
Simple Farmhouse Summer Porch Ideas
Living in a hollow nestled between two hills can create its’ own little microclimate. I wish I could say that we spend a lot of time on our porch during the summer months, but year after year, the mosquito population…
Simple Immune Boosting Ginger Beet Kvass
Beet Kvass is a cleansing probiotic drink that is not only rich in that vibrant beet root color, but it is also rich in antioxidants, phytonutrients, B vitamins, and minerals, that help support healthy liver (detoxification) and heart function, as…
Back to Basics: Shopping Nature
“Back to Basics” is a weekly series that focuses on preparedness and simple practical life skills to help inspire you on your natural living journey. Springtime in the hollow is a great time to enjoy some fun foraging for healthy edibles….
Simple Sourdough English Muffins
This simple sourdough English muffin recipe makes a great starter recipe for sourdough making beginners. If you’re not sure how to start making your own sourdough starter, you can learn how here. I recently read an article that shared a…
This Week in the Hollow No. 7- “A Look Back”
“This Week in the Hollow” is a weekly series sharing glimpses of the adventures from our simple life in the hollow. You may have noticed that I am off schedule here at GracefullyHome.com. So many new things going on at…
Frozen 2 Inspired DiY Birthday Party Ideas
I’m used to being outnumbered by little ones on a daily basis. So coming up with fun and new ways to celebrate their special day once a year, can be quite the challenge. But this year really exceeded any of…
This Week in the Hollow No. 6- “Raised Bed Gardening”
“This Week in the Hollow” is a weekly series sharing glimpses of the adventures from our simple life in the hollow. Next month will be 7 years since signing on the dotted line to claim our little homestead in the…
Back to Basics: Taking Back Our Daily Bread
“Back to Basics” is a new weekly series that focuses on preparedness and simple practical life skills to help inspire you on your natural living journey. It seems like I have been spending a lot more time in the kitchen these…
Simple Tips for Making Cast Iron Skillets Work For You
We started cooking with cast-iron back in 2012, before we purchased our homestead in the hollow. While in the process of searching for our property, we came across the Lodge Cast Iron store in South Pittsburgh, TN. We had already…
This Week in the Hollow No. 5- “Unfiltered”
“This Week in the Hollow” is a weekly series sharing glimpses of the adventures from our simple life in the hollow. A couple of years ago, I started our “This Week in the Hollow” series. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances,…
How to Use the “Florida Weave” Technique to Trellis Your Tomatoes
I look forward to learning new gardening techniques each year. This year is no exception and it’s only the start of planting season, here in middle TN. (smile) Some years, have produced more fruit (literally) than others. My love of…
