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Real Food. Real Roots. Real Home.

A big family of nine living a simple life on 10 acres, raising our food, baking from scratch, and making the most of every season. From growing a backyard garden, feeding a crowd on a budget, or dreaming of a slower, more intentional life, you're in the right place. Here you will find Real Food. Real Roots and a Real Home.

At Tiny Farm Big Family, you'll find real-life tips for homesteading, homemade recipes that feed a family, and encouragement for mamas navigating motherhood while building something beautiful at home.

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Hey, I'm Heather!

I’m a homesteading mom of 7, sharing the real-life rhythms of homesteading, motherhood, budget-friendly meals that feed a crowd, with a bit of homeschooling. With practical ways to preserve the harvest, and old-fashioned baking that brings everyone to the table.

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Homemade Bread Recipes

Each recipe offers a step-by-step recipe, ensuring even novice bakers can achieve delicious results. Discover the satisfaction of kneading dough by hand and filling your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread. Elevate your baking skills effortlessly and discover the joy of creating wholesome, nourishing loaves from scratch.

  • 5 Things You Need to Start Baking with Sourdough
  • Why We Ditch the Store-Bought and Bake Bread Every Day
  • How to Make Homemade Bread 365 Days a Year
  • Homemade Southern-Style Biscuit Recipe:

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Homesteading

Discover how our homestead sustains a large family with homegrown vegetables, farm-raised meat, and homemade staples. Our challenging yet enriching journey on our homestead began in 2008, as we raised our food and provided practical tips for planning and preserving your harvest.

  • How Much Feed Do Chickens Eat?
  • How to Homestead with Kids
  • Homemade Laundry Detergent: A Mindful Living Choice
  • How to Preserve Potatoes with Canning and Freezing Methods

Mindful Living

On our homestead, we’ve embraced the idea that every choice has a ripple effect. Simplicity, sustainability, and a non-toxic lifestyle are at the heart of our approach to living. From making our cleaning products to growing organic produce and raising our proteins, we strive for intentionality in all we do. 

  • Homemade Dish Detergent: Simple and Nontoxic
  • Homemade Dishwasher Detergent: Cleaner Dishes, Cleaner Living
  • Cloth Diapering: Sustainable, Safe, and Surprisingly Simple
  • Non-Toxic Swaps for Your Kitchen in 2025

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Homemade Condiment Recipes

I use these condiment recipes in our homestead kitchen to live a more back-to-basics lifestyle. Create flavorful condiments using simple and nutritious ingredients.

  • Learn How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter
  • How to Make Homemade Seasoning Mixes
  • Making Homemade Condiments with Simple Ingredients
  • Make Fresh Strawberry Jam from Scratch:

See more condiment recipes →

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