Welcome To Our City Homestead

Join us as we prove you don't need acres of land to grow food, raise chickens, or preserve the harvest! Our blog is a friendly and helpful corner of the internet, perfect for new gardeners, families in small spaces, crafters, and homemakers. Let's get started!

Gardening on a Postage Stamp

Discover tips and tricks for maximizing your harvest in even the smallest spaces. From container gardening to vertical growing, we'll show you how to grow a surprising amount of food, even if you only have a balcony or patio! Imagine fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and fragrant herbs, all grown just steps from your kitchen.

Cooking & Preserving

Learn how to transform your garden bounty into delicious meals and preserved goods. We'll guide you through simple recipes for canning, pickling, jams, and more. Extend the life of your harvest and enjoy the taste of summer all year round! Plus, discover exciting new recipes for your home-grown produce.

Our Feathered Neighbours: The Cluckery

Thinking about keeping chickens in the city? We'll share our experiences with urban chicken keeping, from choosing the right breed to building a coop and collecting fresh eggs. Get practical advice and learn how to care for your feathered friends. Fresh eggs every morning!

Big Feasts on a Postage Stamp

In this section, I’ll share how I create big, hearty meals from a small-space kitchen. You’ll find tips on planning menus that work for both budget and capacity, prepping ahead to keep your sanity intact, and serving dishes that bring people together without wearing yourself out.

So weather you’re feeding your family, your community, or half your neighborhood, Big Feasts on a Postage Stamp will help you pull it off, with joy, simplicity, and maybe a few make-ahead casseroles.

The Postage Stamp Makerie: Made With Love, Crafted With Pride.

In this cozy cornerof my blog, creativity blooms through handmade crafts made with love and care. Here, I will share my passion for sewing, crochet, beeswax candles, soothing lip balm, etc., all crafted by hand, right from my home. Join me as I bring simple, heartfelt creations to life, inspired by the joy of making and the warmth of homegrown livning. Weather you're a fellow maker or jsut curious, you'll find stories, tips, and inspiration behind each unique piece. Let's embark on this cretive journey together, creating the charm and comfort of handmade treasures.

Recipes From the Postage Stamp

Here is where simple ingredients meet small-space creativity. These are the meals that fill our home—made from what’s growing in the garden, what’s on hand in the pantry, and always seasoned with a little love. From everyday suppers to special treats, each recipe is a reminder that good food doesn’t need much—just care, time, and a cozy kitchen.

The Makerie Market

A cozy little nook where timeless crafts and warm memoies meet. Inspired by the charm of yesteryears, each creation is lovingly handmade with a vintage touch. Whether it's the delicate stitches of sewn or crocheted treasures, or the soft glow of beeswax candles; here, every piece carries the spirit of a simpler time, bringing a touch of nostaliga and heartfelt comfort to your everyday life. Step inside, and discover handcrafted delights made just for you, from the heart of a humble home.