The 6 Blends Every Homesteader Swears By 🧂 + A New Way to Look at Homemaker Confidence

NOTICE: Formerly known as The Steady Homestead, we’ve rebranded to The Homestead Movement! Same great content, just a fresh new name. 😊 

IN TODAY'S EDITION

1. Homestead Tip 🌱

2. Poll Results From Last Sunday 📊

3. All Things Homestead: 6 Homemade Seasoning Blends Every Homesteader Should Know 🧂

4. Personal Development: How Homemakers Walk in Quiet Confidence 🌿

5. Today's Top Picks 🛍️

6. Let’s Keep It Reel 🤣

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What Happens When the Stores Run Out Again?

If that thought gives you a pit in your stomach, you’re not alone.

I remember standing in a picked-over aisle during 2020, realizing how fragile the system really is. That’s when I knew I needed a better plan.

The Self-Sufficient Backyard became part of that plan.

This guide teaches you how to:

• Grow food year-round

• Raise animals in small spaces

• Preserve food without waste

• Live simply, off-grid or not

You don’t need acres or a big budget. just a starting point. This is it.

Start where you are. Prepare for what’s next.

POLL RESULTS FROM LAST SUNDAY

If you could start over, what’s one thing you’d do differently on your homestead?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Build better infrastructure first

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Start smaller and expand slowly

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Research more before buying animals

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Focus more on soil and compost

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Others (Reply with your biggest "I wish I knew..." moment!)

via @beehiiv polls

ALL THINGS HOMESTEAD

6 Homemade Seasoning Blends Every Homesteader Should Know 🧂

Store-bought seasonings might be fast, but they’re loaded with things you don’t need—extra salt, fillers, and who-knows-what-else.
Homemakers and homesteaders don’t have time for that. You want flavor that’s clean, simple, and straight from your pantry.

Below are six blends you can mix in five minutes flat. They’re shelf-stable, budget-friendly, and you probably have everything you need already.

1. Cajun Seasoning

Great for skillet meals, roasted veggies, or blackened chicken.

• 2 tbsp paprika

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp pepper flakes

• 1 tbsp oregano

• 1 tbsp cayenne

• 1 tbsp thyme

• 1 tsp salt

Try this: Add to beans and rice for quick flavor without extra fat or meat.

2. Taco Seasoning

Skip the packets. This mix works in soups, tacos, and even scrambled eggs.

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp oregano

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tsp onion powder

• 2 tsp cumin

• 2 tsp pepper flakes

• 1 tsp salt

Tip: Make a big batch and store in a mason jar. Use 2–3 tablespoons per pound of meat.

3. Chili Seasoning

This blend turns any chili recipe into a deep, rich comfort meal.

• 5 tbsp chili powder

• 2 tbsp cumin

• 2 tbsp garlic powder

• 2 tbsp paprika

• 1½ tbsp onion powder

• 1 tbsp oregano

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

Best used in: Slow cooker stews, ground beef chili, or veggie chili with beans and tomatoes.

4. Steak Seasoning

Perfect for grilling, roasting, or seasoning hearty vegetables.

• 2 tbsp kosher salt

• 2 tbsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 2 tsp dried rosemary

• 2 tsp dried thyme

Quick idea: Rub on potatoes before roasting for a bold side dish.

5. All-Purpose Seasoning

Keep this one by the stove. It works on everything: eggs, meat, veggies, even soups.

• 2 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tbsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• ¼ tsp pepper flakes

• 1 tsp dried parsley

Real-life use: Add to ground turkey or chicken for flavor that doesn’t need sauce.

6. Greek Seasoning

Lemon, olive oil, and this mix, that’s your shortcut to Mediterranean meals.

• 1 tbsp dried basil

• 1 tbsp dried dill

• 2 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion flakes

• 1 tbsp parsley

• 1 tbsp rosemary

• 1 tbsp oregano

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tbsp black pepper

Go-to meal: Sprinkle over chicken thighs with a squeeze of lemon and bake at 375°F for 35 minutes.

Why These Matter to Busy Homesteaders

• They cut waste. No more half-used spice packets or mystery mixes.

• They’re cost-effective. Buying in bulk saves money and lets you avoid the hidden junk.

• They’re customizable. You can skip the heat or salt. You’re the boss here.

How to Store Them

Use small jars, spice tins, or even baby food containers. Label each with the name and date.

Keep them in a cool, dark cabinet and they’ll last up to a year, though if your kitchen’s anything like mine, they’ll be gone way before then.

❤️ Final Note From My Homestead to Yours

Every meal doesn’t need to be fancy. Most days, it just needs to be warm, filling, and made with intention. And these blends help you cook that way without extra fuss, waste, or wondering what’s in your food.

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

How Homemakers Walk in Quiet Confidence 🌿

Most homemakers don’t wake up thinking, "How can I show the world I’m worth something today?"
They just get up, make breakfast, keep the home steady, and that quiet strength? That’s worth. That’s power.

Too many women shrink in their own space. They overdo, overgive, and overlook their needs to keep peace.
But here's the truth: the more you know your worth, the less explaining you do.

Below are the golden rules that help you walk in confidence without saying a word. These aren’t just tips. They’re reminders because you already know this. You’ve just been busy taking care of everyone else.

Golden Rules: Homemakers Who Know Their Worth

• They stop begging and start aligning.
  They don’t try to fit where they don’t belong. They go where they’re respected.

• They choose, don’t chase.
  These women decide what stays and what goes. That includes people, habits, and even thoughts.

• They understand that value doesn’t need applause.
  They’re not waiting to be praised. Their worth doesn’t rise and fall with someone else’s mood.

• They speak less, show more.
  Their presence carries the weight. Their energy speaks before they even open their mouth.

• They’re soft, but not weak.
  They can stir soup and stand their ground. Kindness doesn’t mean they’ll bend their boundaries.

• They walk away not because they’re cold, but because they care.
  When something doesn’t serve their peace, they leave it behind. That’s not heartless. That’s wise.

Golden Rules: They Set the Standard

• They pick themselves first.
  Not out of selfishness, but out of awareness. They know everything else starts from them.

• They don’t ask for permission to feel good.
  They trust their gut. They don’t need five opinions before making a decision.

• They teach others how to treat them by how they treat themselves.
  If they expect care, they give themselves care. People learn from how they carry themselves.

• They say no without guilt and yes without fear.
  There’s no long speech, no nervous backtracking. Just clear answers from a clear mind.

• They don’t fight for crumbs.
  They wait for what aligns. They’re not afraid to sit still while the right thing comes around.

• They keep their worth off the table.
  It’s not up for debate. It’s settled, decided, and non-negotiable.

For the Homemaker Who's Been Questioning Herself

Your worth isn’t something you earn, it’s something you remember.
You don’t become valuable once someone notices. You were valuable the whole time.

You don’t need to overachieve or explain why your days matter. The meals, the mending, the care, that’s legacy work. You hold people together. You hold space for joy, and you hold boundaries when things go sideways.

It’s easy to forget your worth when you’re tired, stretched, or overlooked. That’s why this reminder matters. You’re not required to be loud to be powerful. You just need to be rooted.

Here's What This Looks Like in Daily Life

• Saying “not right now” to things that drain your energy.

• Speaking gently, but not letting people walk over you.

• Stopping mid-task to rest, without guilt.

• Walking away from drama, even if you used to stay.

• Believing your peace matters just as much as your productivity.

Word from the Porch

This is your new era. The one where your energy walks into a room before you do.
You don’t shrink. You don’t over-explain. You just stand firm.

This is how homemakers lead… with calm hands, clear minds, and hearts full of knowing.
You are her. And she knows.

THE STEADY HOME’S GIGGLE CHAMBER

Why do homesteaders love June? Because everything’s growing, especially the weeds and the laundry pile.

TODAY'S TOP PICKS

Tired of Wasting Food (and Money)?

This June inside the Homestead Movement, we’re learning Food Preservation… simple, safe ways to keep your food longer without overwhelm.

I remember letting my garden veggies rot because I was too scared to try canning. But once I learned the basics? Game changer.

Now my pantry’s full, my freezer’s stocked, and I actually use what I grow or buy.

And the best part?
🌿 January–May challenges are still available too! From pantry staples to natural skincare and DIY beeswax projects.

LET’S KEEP IT REEL!

I've put together some fantastic farm videos that are sure to make you laugh. Take a look and enjoy the fun!

1. Cow + Earthquake = ?

2. Yep, this pretty much captures my reaction when my chicken laid her first egg! 😂

3. Just a cow making friends with a puppy!

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