Embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle with ‘Back to Basics’. Learn to dye wool, raise chickens, make cheese, and build cabins. A guide for those seeking a simpler, greener life with practical DIY projects.
- Modern Application of Traditional Skills: Teaches how to use time-honored skills in today’s world.
- Diverse Topics: From dyeing wool with plant pigments to building log cabins.
- Simpler Lifestyle Inspiration: Encourages a greener, more self-sufficient way of living.
- Richly Illustrated Update: Features hundreds of projects with step-by-step guides, photos, and illustrations.
- DIY Project Guidance: Offers practical advice for a variety of projects, including homemade jam and weaving rag rugs.
- Comprehensive Skill Set: Learn to raise chickens, make cheddar cheese, and more.
- Hands-On Learning: Detailed instructions for crafting items using hand tools.
- Urban Adaptability: Even city dwellers can find projects to spark their imagination.
- Cultural Enrichment: Includes tips for traditional fun like square dancing and homemade toys.
- Voluntary Simplicity: A thorough resource for those seeking to reduce complexity in their lives.