Homesteading,
Recipes &
Slow Living
Out here, we believe in slow mornings, messy kitchens, and the magic of making it yourself…
Prairie Grasses in Fall and Winter
Homemade Apple Butter: A Simple Spread for Fall
Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce: A Warm and Simple Fall Dessert
Fall Essentials for the Homestead: Heaters, Blankets, and More
Apple Cider Donuts: A Simple Fall Treat for Everyone to Enjoy
Pumpkin Chili: A Fall Twist on a Classic Comfort Food
Fall Homestead Preparations: Essential Tasks to Get Ready for Winter
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Pancakes: A Fall Favorite for Breakfast
Hi. I’m Lindsey, the writer and homesteader behind The Waddle and Cluck, where my husband and I share the real-life ups and downs of modern homesteading. From backyard chickens to kitchen experiments, it’s all part of our journey to live a little more simply — and a lot more intentionally.
From-Scratch Recipes for Real Life
Wholesome meals, sweet treats, and sips to savor — all tested in our slightly messy kitchen and made for everyday homesteading.
Pepper-Infused Peach Jam: A Sweet and Spicy Preserve for Your Pantry
Fiery Pickled Carrots: A Tangy, Spicy Treat for Your Pantry
Homemade Lemonade With Raw Honey and Fresh Mint
How to Boil an Egg 3 Ways: Soft, Medium & Hard
Garden Herb Deviled Eggs: A Homestead Favorite with a Fresh Twist
Feathered, Furred & Full of Personality
Tips, stories, and care guides for the chickens, ducks, dogs, and all the critters that make the homestead a little livelier.
Heritage vs Broad-Breasted Turkeys: What’s the Difference?
ChickCozy Solar Automatic Chicken Door: The Safety Upgrade Your Flock Deserves
Getting the Timing Right for Butchering Turkeys
12 Essential Steps to Raising Happy, Healthy Backyard Chickens (Beginner’s Guide)
Backyard Chicken Basics: What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Hens
Hands in the Dirt, Joy in the Harvest
Backyard gardening ideas, seasonal planting tips, and stories from our ever-evolving patch of green.
What to Plant in September: A Practical Guide for the Late-Season Gardener
Tiered Garden Planters for Small-Space Harvests
7 Vegetables You Can Grow Indoors (Even in a Small Space)
Hydroponic Garden Check-In: Wins, Flops, and What I’m Learning
How to Plan Your First Raised Bed Garden (Without Overthinking It)
Simple Skills for a Meaningful Life
Explore the tools, traditions, and tiny victories of modern homesteading — from food preservation to DIY know-how.
ChickCozy Solar Automatic Chicken Door: The Safety Upgrade Your Flock Deserves
Ticks and Disease
Cut Your Grocery Bill with These Real-Life Budget Tips
DIY Farm Equipment Repairs You Can Handle at Home
How to Start Preserving Food (Before You Grow Anything)
Making Home a Haven
Thoughts on homemaking, seasonal rhythms, cozy routines, and the beauty of everyday living.
The Top Signs Your Drains Need Cleaning
Maree Skincare & Haircare Review
Decorating With What You Already Own: Interior Designers Share Their Best Tips
Revamp Your Curb Appeal: Tips for Giving Your Property a Refresh
What Is Green Living? A Beginner’s Guide to Making Eco-Friendly Swaps
Observing the Ordinary, Finding the Wonder
Field notes, wildflowers, and little glimpses of the natural world that remind us to slow down and pay attention.
