Creating a Cozy Christmas on a Small Scale Homestead This holiday season at Olden Oasis is dedicated to a no-spend approach. That's right—zero expenditure! This means no spending on Christmas gifts or any other non-essential items. Allow me to explain the rationale behind this decision. The holiday season often brings stress and anxiety, and this year, these feelings are exacerbated by the rising costs of goods. Therefore, I have chosen to embrace a no-spend holiday. However, this does not mean that we cannot create beautiful experiences or celebrate in unique ways without incurring costs. The commercialization of Christmas has reached its limits for me, and if you feel the same, I would like to share some of my zero-spend ideas with you. Decorating Your Homestead When it comes to decorating your small scale homestead for Christmas, simplicity is key. Opt for natural decorations like pine cones, holly branches, and dried oranges. Hang up some string lights and maybe even make your ...
Welcome to Olden Oasis! At Olden Oasis Homestead, we embrace the beauty of sustainable living and the joy of homesteading. Our blog is a journey through our experiences. Discover how to create things for your homestead, how to grow your own food, from vegetables to herbs, how to forage for wild edibles, and learn about indoor gardening, seasonal planting techniques for outdoor gardening,