Author: Wolterman Homestead

  • Waking Up the 1847 Oregon Trail Sourdough Starter & Preparing to Host a Hands-on Sourdough Class

    Waking Up the 1847 Oregon Trail Sourdough Starter & Preparing to Host a Hands-on Sourdough Class

    I share the process of waking up my 1847 Oregon Trail Sourdough Starter and reflect on the power of bread to connect us to history and community. As I prepare to host a sourdough class with my friend Cody of The Tinfoil Baker, I explore the joy of baking, learning,…

  • Frozen Pipes and Valuable Lessons: Why Being Prepared for Disasters is Essential

    Frozen Pipes and Valuable Lessons: Why Being Prepared for Disasters is Essential

    After several days without running water due to frozen pipes, our homestead was reminded in the most inconvenient way that preparation is key. What we’ve been putting off as a future concern became an immediate issue. This experience has taught us valuable lessons about the importance of being prepared for…

  • Canuary Pantry Restock: Nut-Free Granola for a Healthy, Homemade Snack

    Canuary Pantry Restock: Nut-Free Granola for a Healthy, Homemade Snack

    Start the year with a pantry restock that’s healthy and allergen-friendly! This homemade nut-free granola is packed with oats, seeds, and coconut, offering the perfect crunch. Easy to make and fully customizable, it’s a great snack, breakfast, or yogurt topping all month long!

  • A Biblical Approach to Dry Canning for Homesteading and Preparation | Canuary

    A Biblical Approach to Dry Canning for Homesteading and Preparation | Canuary

    **Some posts on the Wolterman Homestead contain affiliate links. When you make a purchase through an affiliate link, your price will be the same, but the Wolterman Homestead will receive a small commission. Thank you for your support!** As we enter the first month of the year, January—affectionately known in…

  • Embracing Stewardship and Abundance: How Canuary Inspires Biblical Food Preservation

    Embracing Stewardship and Abundance: How Canuary Inspires Biblical Food Preservation

    **Some posts on the Wolterman Homestead contain affiliate links. When you make a purchase through an affiliate link, your price will be the same, but the Wolterman Homestead will receive a small commission. Thank you for your support!** In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to forget…

  • “Walk by Faith” | The Phrase being Whispered on my Heart

    “Walk by Faith” | The Phrase being Whispered on my Heart

    I write this blog in a season of trusting and in a season of feeling vulnerable. I experienced a miscarriage in March of 2024. It was a rollercoaster ride of emotions and life experiences. Fast forward to today, as I write this blog I am 25 weeks pregnant with our…

  • Homeschooling More Than One Child: A Biblical Guide to Success

    Homeschooling More Than One Child: A Biblical Guide to Success

    **This blog post does contain affiliate links. When you click on them and make a purchase through their site via the link or extra code our family is given a small bonus at no extra cost to you. ** Homeschooling is a beautiful journey that allows parents to nurture their…

  • The Celebration of Hanukkah & Our Family’s Tradition of making Hanukkah Sugar Cookies

    The Celebration of Hanukkah & Our Family’s Tradition of making Hanukkah Sugar Cookies

    **This blog post does contain affiliate links. When you click on them and make a purchase through their site via the link or extra code our family is given a small bonus at no extra cost to you. ** Celebrating Hanukkah as a Christian: Embracing Tradition and Understanding Its Significance…

  • Homemade Hot Chocolate: The Perfect Winter Comfort

    Homemade Hot Chocolate: The Perfect Winter Comfort

    As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm mug of hot chocolate. Whether it’s a cold winter day or a cozy evening by the fire, hot chocolate has a way of instantly lifting our spirits. But if you’ve only ever relied…

  • Sourdough Doughnuts – Air Fryer

    Sourdough Doughnuts – Air Fryer

    Donuts are a beloved snack in many parts of the world, often enjoyed for breakfast, as a dessert, or simply as a sweet treat during the day. The typical donut is made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, eggs, and yeast, fried to golden perfection. But what happens when…