In this episode, you’ll hear about:
The highlights of the East Tennessee Homestead Alliance Festival
Skills demonstrated: soap making, yogurt making, candle making, lockpicking, tomahawk throwing, animal processing, and more
Family-run businesses selling soap, skincare, honey, teas, and handmade products
Why these events are valuable for inspiration, community, and learning new skills
Wendi’s classes on food preservation (including dry pack canning) and building a waste-free pantry through meal planning
Encouragement to start small and use resources like the Joyfully Prepared Library to keep growing your skills
Links to vendors and sponsors mentioned, including Azure Standard, goat milk products, and Garden Grown Beauty
Resources & Links Mentioned:
Garden Grown Beauty (regenerative skincare)
Appalachian Wiggle Butts - Goats Milk Lotions and Soaps