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Welcome to The Modern Day Homestead! I'm Kayla, the founder and heart behind this space. As a passionate modern homemaker, I created this blog to be a haven for women seeking practical tips and inspiration for their homemaking and homesteading journey.

Over here we are in our Ma Ingalls era, where I teach you everything homemaking from baking sourdough to raising and milking a cow. I am so glad you're here, sister!




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Homesteading is a lifestyle that involves self-sufficiency and living off the land, scratch baking, gardening, and canning. These are my favorite homesteading books to help you get started with homesteading! It’s a way of life that many people are drawn to, whether they are looking for a simpler way of living or just want to […]

Favorite Homesteading Books : Must-Reads for Every Homesteader

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Fire Cider Recipe

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Homesteading is a lifestyle that involves self-sufficiency and living off the land, scratch baking, gardening, and canning. These are my favorite homesteading books to help you get started with homesteading! It’s a way of life that many people are drawn to, whether they are looking for a simpler way of living or just want to […]

Favorite Homesteading Books : Must-Reads for Every Homesteader

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Sourdough Bread: A Beginner's Guide

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Sourdough Bread: A Beginner’s Guide If you’re a fan of freshly baked sourdough bread with a crispy crust and a light, airy crumb, then this recipe is perfect for you. This homemade sourdough bread recipe is not only one of the simplest, but it’s also one of the best. With only 25 minutes of hands-on […]

Homemade Sourdough Bread: A Beginner’s Guide to Easy Homemade Loaves

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Clean Your Sourdough Starter Jar

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Beginner Sourdough Starter Recipe Making your sourdough starter at home is an easy and rewarding process requiring only flour, water, and a little patience. In this step-by-step beginner sourdough starter recipe guide, you will learn how to create your own bubbly, an active starter that can be used to make a variety of delicious sourdough […]

Get Baking Today: Beginner Sourdough Starter Recipe

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old fashioned skills

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Water Bath Canning Mandarin Oranges If you’re a fan of fresh mandarin oranges but find yourself with more than you can eat, water bath canning might be the perfect solution for you. By preserving your oranges, you’ll always have a backup supply in your pantry, ready to enjoy whenever you want. Let’s learn how to […]

Water Bath Canning Mandarin Oranges: A Beginner’s Guide

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Sourdough Pumpkin Bread Are you looking for a delicious fall recipe that is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert? Look no further than this homemade sourdough pumpkin bread! This sweet and quick bread is full of pumpkin spice, pumpkin puree, and tangy sourdough starter, making it a fall favorite that everyone will love. With […]

Sourdough Pumpkin Bread: A Delicious Fall Recipe

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Is it Safe? How Long Can Cow Milk Sit Out

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How long can cow milk sit out? If you’re a milk drinker, you’ve probably wondered how long can cow milk can sit out before it goes bad. This is a common question that many people have, and the answer is not always clear. The length of time that milk can sit out depends on a […]

How Long Can Cow Milk Sit Out? A Guide to Milk Storage and Safety

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My favorite cooking cast iron skillet

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I love these jars to keep my sourdough in

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My favorite cast iron for baking bread

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