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  • A polytunnel on a smallholding on a June evening
    Animal Husbandry | Gardening | Life on the Smallholding

    Jobs on the Smallholding: June

    ByHeather June 17, 2025June 24, 2025

    Are you a smallholder? Would you like to know what other smallholding folk are occupying themselves with as Summer begins? Or are you just keen to find out what is on the jobs list for us smallholders in June? Then this post is just what you’re looking for. Keep reading to find out about the…

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  • Multiple technology devices including a laptop, mobile phone, tablet and air pods on a coloured background
    Opinion Pieces | Simple Living & Minimalism

    Upgrades and eWaste: Embracing Slower, More Sustainable Technology Practices

    ByHeather June 10, 2025June 11, 2025

    Are you someone who eagerly awaits their new iPhone every year? Do you make a habit of upgrading your smartwatch, tablet, laptop or even your car? Have you ever thought about the impact of your upgrades and the eWaste they generate – not just on your wallet, but on the environment, too. Let’s take a…

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  • A cosy set up; two journals stacked next to a cup of coffee on a tray, with a knitted blanket in the background.
    Home-making | Simple Living & Minimalism

    Supercharge Your Week with a 30-Minute Sunday Reflect, Review and Plan Session

    ByHeather June 3, 2025June 11, 2025

    Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Intimidated by your never-ending to-do lists? Swimming with all your might just to keep treading water? If this is you, then all you need is 30 minutes on a Sunday to reflect and review the week that has finished, and plan for your week ahead. I promise, it…

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  • A smallholding vegetable garden in May. The sky is clear blue and the grass is a vibrant green. The beds are planted with vegetables in orderly rows and are free of weeds.
    Animal Husbandry | Gardening | Life on the Smallholding

    Jobs on the Smallholding: May

    ByHeather May 20, 2025June 13, 2025

    Are you a smallholder? Would you like to know what other smallholding folk are occupying themselves with as Spring is in full swing? Or are you just keen to find out what is on the jobs list for us smallholders in May? Then this post is just what you’re looking for. Keep reading to find…

    Read More Jobs on the Smallholding: MayContinue

  • Home-made cupcakes ready to gift away.
    Crafting | Home-making | Simple Living & Minimalism

    10 Sustainable, Home-made Gift Ideas

    ByHeather May 13, 2025May 9, 2025

    Are you tired of all the consumerism and materialism that surrounds every special occasion and holiday? Would you like to show your nearest and dearest that you care, without breaking the bank or buying more unnecessary clutter for their homes? Here are 10 sustainable, home-made gift ideas for you to try! 1-Pot Plants If you’re…

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  • A farmhouse dining room, all set up for a sustainably planned toddler party at home.
    Pregnancy and Motherhood | Simple Living & Minimalism

    Sustainable Party Planning

    ByHeather March 4, 2025March 11, 2025

    Are you hoping to throw a party without all the single-use waste most parties generate? You are not alone! I recently hosted a birthday party for my toddler, and wrestled with my competing desires to throw my child and her friends a fun party, whilst staying true to my eco-friendly morals. I feel like I…

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  • Sheep and alpacas grazing on a smallholding in early February. It is a clear, sunny day with vibrant colours.
    Animal Husbandry | Gardening | Life on the Smallholding

    Jobs on the Smallholding: February

    ByHeather February 25, 2025March 12, 2025

    Are you a smallholder? Would you like to know what other smallholding folk are occupying themselves with as Winter drags on? Or are you just keen to find out what is on the jobs list for us smallholders in February? Here’s an overview of our jobs this February, although this year has been a little…

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  • Starting anew on a smallholding. View across an open field on a sunny, winter's day.
    Life on the Smallholding

    How to Get Started on a Smallholding – Part Two

    ByHeather February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

    Are you interested in becoming a smallholder? Would you like to find out what is involved in getting set up on a parcel of your very own land? Here is part two in a series intended to help you turn your smallholding dreams into reality! So, you now own a smallholding or a property with…

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  • Jobs on the Smallholding: January
    Life on the Smallholding

    Jobs on the Smallholding: January

    ByHeather January 21, 2025January 16, 2025

    Are you new to smallholding life, wondering how best to start the new year on your land? Or are you just keen to find out how smallholders keep themselves busy in the depths of winter? Here’s a little look at our jobs list for the month of January! January is a reasonably quiet month on…

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  • New Year goals written in a notebook surrounded by festive Christmas decorations and twinkling lights.
    Home-making | Simple Living & Minimalism

    New Year’s Resolutions and Plans for 2025

    ByHeather January 7, 2025January 2, 2025

    It’s that time of year again already! As 2024 draws to a close, we are making plans for the year ahead and setting goals to help us get the very most out of the coming 12 months. Join me as I set out my new year’s resolutions and my intentions for 2025! I explored my…

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Hi, I'm Heather!

I am a busy wife, mother, smallholder, knitter and spinner. Join me as I share my tips for simple living, meals lovingly made with home-grown ingredients, and crafty home-making.

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