Qigong for Cleansing

Qigong for Cleansing DVD

©2012 Shanna Ohmes

Qigong for Cleansing is a body cleansing qigong exercise routine that, once learned, can be done in about 8-10 minutes to detoxify your body and give you energy.  Without using supplements, special dieting or fasting, qigong flushes out toxins stored in your body as it strengthens every organ and all the . . . → Read More: Qigong for Cleansing

Choosing the Right Chicken Coop for Your Urban Backyard Chickens

6 x 8 Colonial Gable Chicken Coop

“> Pre-fab coops are more expensive, but easier and quicker to get up and going with your chickens.  Just order and the coop will arrive ready to be moved into your yard.  You can also order “some-assembly required” kits. Build it yourself.  If you love woodworking or want to learn, building your own chicken . . . → Read More: Choosing the Right Chicken Coop for Your Urban Backyard Chickens

Learn How to Felt Wool with Simple Felting Kits

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Aside from leather craft, felting wool is a skill and craft that has been around as long as humans have been here.  The basics are simple:  wool, moisture and agitation to bind the fibers to each other to create a warm and durable fabric suitable for clothing, coats, blankets and even . . . → Read More: Learn How to Felt Wool with Simple Felting Kits

Learn How to Weave with a Kromski Harp Rigid Heddle Loom

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

I learned how to weave on a small handheld loom and fell in love with the process of turning my handspun wool yarn into small woven household items.  The rigid heddle loom is a bigger loom perfect for a beginner weaver, yet not as large and bulky as a floor loom, . . . → Read More: Learn How to Weave with a Kromski Harp Rigid Heddle Loom

Kromski Sonata Spinning Wheel with Carry Bag

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

If you are looking at investing in a spinning wheel designed for the beginner learning how to spin as well as the more advanced spinner, then consider the Kromski Sonata Spinning Wheel.  This beautiful foldable wheel is a favorite in the spinning community and noted for its excellent craftsmanship from the . . . → Read More: Kromski Sonata Spinning Wheel with Carry Bag

Louet Drop Spindle Kit

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Have you ever wanted to learn how to spin wool to make your own yarn?  A drop spindle is one of the best ways to learn how to spin before going on to invest in a spinning wheel.  Drop spindles were used by traditional cultures all over the world with all . . . → Read More: Louet Drop Spindle Kit

Cheese Press for Making Hard Cheddar, Colby and White Cheeses

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at learning how to make hard cheeses like cheddar, Colby and hard white cheeses, then a Cheese Press is an essential tool for your homestead kitchen.  The best cheese press on the market today has been designed at The CheeseMaker with a heavy-duty . . . → Read More: Cheese Press for Making Hard Cheddar, Colby and White Cheeses

Deluxe Mozzarella and Ricotta Cheese Making Kit

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

If you have never had fresh homemade mozzarella cheese for your homemade pizza, you really don’t know what you are missing out on!  A friend of mine made her own fresh mozzarella and other cheeses from her wonderful Jersey cow’s milk and when I tasted it for the first time . . . → Read More: Deluxe Mozzarella and Ricotta Cheese Making Kit

Herbal Medicine Making Kit….Learn How to Make Your Own Herbal Remedies

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Did you know you can make your own tinctures, salves, herbal syrups and infusions right in your own kitchen?  By learning how to make your own safe herbal remedies for your family you will have peace of mind knowing your are keeping your family healthy as well as saving money by . . . → Read More: Herbal Medicine Making Kit….Learn How to Make Your Own Herbal Remedies

Wildcraft! An Herbal Adventure Board Game

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Wildcraft!, by LearningHerbs.com is a cooperative board game that teaches about edible and medicinal plants.  It’s an excellent game to teach your kids and your family about herbs and the ecosystems they grow in.  You can even just play the game by yourself to reinforce your studies in herbalism!   The . . . → Read More: Wildcraft! An Herbal Adventure Board Game

Sauerkraut and Pickle Crocks

Sauerkraut and Pickling Crocks and Supplies

Cultures for Health

Cultures for Health