Deanna Talerico | Homestead and Chill(@deannacat3) 인스타그램 상세 프로필 분석: 팔로워 524,666, 참여율 7.45%

Hey, I’m Deanna 👋🏼 Here’s a little reintroduction and “about me”… but of course we’re all so much more complex and interesting than can fit into a handful of tiny words on the screen! . Like: we live on the Central Coast of California, are huge reggae lovers (among many other types of music), and enjoy long walks on the beach or a good Netflix binge to unwind. 🌊 . Aaron and I met in college (coming up on 19 years ago 🤯) working together in a small natural foods store. After college I worked for the county - starting as a restaurant inspector (oh the stories I have 🫣) and worked my way up to a senior water and land use specialist where I reviewed/inspected/permitted water systems, wastewater systems, and commercial canna🌿 operations. Aaron worked as a produce team leader at Whole Foods. Both feeling increasingly unfulfilled at work, we started our own business 5 years ago and became fully self-employed 2.5 years ago, which has been both the most rewarding and most difficult thing I’ve ever done. . I’m a Type 1/3 enneagram and a Cancer. 🦀 I struggle with anxiety, especially social anxiety, and am generally waaay too hard on myself. . All in all, I’m a work in progress ~ busy growing both in the soil and in the soul. Thanks for being here and growing along with me 💚 . . . . . . . . . #homesteadandchill #gardenlife #gardenlove #homesteading #homesteadlife #instagarden #instagardeners #gardenblogger #sustainableliving #selfsufficiency #type1diabetes #type1warrior #diabadass #countrylife #countryliving #growfood #growfoodnotlawns #healthyliving #environmentalist #selflove #childfree #growyourown #naturalhealth

🍃 Living this way, we rarely leave the homestead - vacations are almost nonexistent, we don’t spend money on fancy cars, clothes, or the latest trends, or even go out to eat… but is that really a “sacrifice”? Not to me 💚 Where are my other homesteading or simple life millennials at? 1986 baby here 👋🏼 . . . . . . #homesteadandchill #homesteading #millennials #millennial #homesteadlife #countrylife #countryliving #gardenlife #gardenlove #gardenlover #selfsufficiency #sustainableliving #simpleliving #simplelife #instagarden #instagardeners #instagood #growfood #growyourown #growfoodnotlawns #gardeninspiration #gardeninspo

🌿 13 Tips on Starting a Garden 🔥 . 1) Start Small. It’s fun to dream of a big garden overflowing with food, but the reality is, it can take some time and experience to get there. Taking on too much before you learn the basics or get a feel for your yard/climate/pests can get overwhelming fast. . 2) Pick the sunniest location possible. Consider how the sun/shade will change with the seasons. If you live in the northern hemisphere, a south-facing location is ideal (one that gets maximum sun exposure from the south, including when it’s lower on the horizon in late fall to early spring). . 3) Decide if you want raised beds, containers or in-ground gardening - or try a variety of methods! We prefer raised beds since gophers make in-ground growing nearly impossible here. I also love the ergonomis, aesthetics, ability to block out pests, and fill them with quality soil and compost. . 4) Invest in your soil. Soil health is KEY! Focus on feeding the soil rather than feeding plants. Compost, mulch, and mild slow-release organic fertilizers are your friends. . 5) Plant what you like to eat. Start with a handful of common veggies and go from there. My very first garden had cherry tomatoes, squash, basil, and honeydew. . 6) Not ready to start from seed? Go pick up some seedlings from a local nursery. There is no shame in that game! . 7) Give plants deep, even, consistent water. They like routine. . 8) Don’t forget the pollinators! Grow a few pollen and nectar-rich flowers for our pollinator friends too. . 9) Think about wildlife. If squirrels, deer, rabbits, or other critters may nibble your plants, consider fencing, nets, hoops and row covers, or other ways to protect them. . 10) Keep it organic; don’t worry about a few bugs! If nothing is eating your garden, your garden isn’t part of the ecosystem. . 11) Perfection is not the goal. HAVE FUN! . 12) There’s always next year! . 13) Come visit us on Homesteadandchill.com for TONS of tips, grow guides, recipes and more! Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter, and you'll get a FREE 21-page garden planning toolkit w/ a companion planting chart, plot plans, and seed starting/planting calendars for EVERY zone! 🙌🥳 Link in bio

🍎 DIY apple cider vinegar recipe👇🏼Save for reference! . ♻️ Have you ever made apple cider vinegar before? It’s SO easy to do, and is a great way to preserve excess or “b-grade” apples, or an awesome zero waste solution to up-cycle saved apple scraps like skins and cores, especially after making goodies like apple pie! You can even slowly collect apple scraps in the freezer until you have enough. . INSTRUCTIONS: . 1) Fill a container of choice (quart jar, half gallon jar, etc) about halfway full with diced apple chunks, skins and/or cores. 2) Pour lukewarm filtered water over the apples until the jar is full, but measure and note the amount of water you add. 3) Stir in sugar, 1 Tbsp per cup of water added (or for larger batches, 1 cup sugar per gallon of water) 4) Optional: add a small splash of store bought raw apple cider vinegar to inoculate the batch and encourage quicker fermentation. 5) Stir well then cover with a breathable but protective cover (eg tightly woven cloth towel or a plate resting on top, but not a tight lid or something too porous like cheesecloth) 6) Store in a dark temperate location (70-75F is ideal) for two weeks, and STIR DAILY to prevent mold from forming on top. We usually leave ours on the counter to remember, but put a dark towel on top to block light. 7) After 2 weeks, stain the apples but reserve the liquid. Compost spent fruit. 8) Put the liquid back into the container and lightly cover again. 9) Let it sit for at least a month, then taste test. A cooler dark location out of the way like a cupboard or closet is great for this stage. 10) If needed, continue to ferment at cool room temp for up to 3 months, until it tastes tart enough for your liking. 11) Transfer to storage bottles, the store in the fridge or a cool dark location. A tight lid is fine here. 12) It will stay good for well over a year, and continue to improve with age! I actually prefer the flavor of our 1-2 year old ACV than the fresher stuff, so we always have some in rotation 🤙🏼 . Let me know if you have any questions, and enjoy! 🍻 . #homesteadandchill #appleseason

🎃 Happy (almost) Halloween! PSA: Please do NOT throw your old pumpkins in the woods… or the trash 🌲 While tossing pumpkins into the woods or other wild spaces to “feed the wildlife” may sound like a nice idea, experts and ecologists don’t recommend it. Too much pumpkin can make certain animals sick (e.g hedgehogs) and can spread disease among plants and animals. . ♻️ Instead, consider these eco-friendly options to use or dispose of pumpkins: . - Roast, purée, eat or preserve them. Beyond the usual sweet baked goods, pumpkin is amazing in soups, chili, sauces, pasta dishes, curry and more. - Save and roast the seeds - Make healthy dog treats - Donate to a local food bank - Feed your chickens or other farm animals, or donate them to a local farm, zoo, wildlife rescue or animal shelter - Compost at home, or simply bury them under a shallow layer of dirt, leaves or straw to decompose in your yard. Breaking them into smaller pieces first is best! - Utilize a local collection program or city green waste - Get creative and make a DIY pumpkin planter, floral vase centerpiece, face mask, or other goodies before composting them . 🎃 Clearly most of these ideas are best for whole pumpkins still in good condition rather than carved jack-o-lanterns, but we can still try to keep those out of the landfill too! . We like to decorate with the most delicious edible varieties (e.g. fairytale or musquee de provence, jarrahdale, cinderella, porcelain doll, etc) so we know we can make good use of them after 👍🏼 . What is your favorite way to use pumpkins after Halloween? . I hope this was useful! Share to spread the news ✅

🍂 How to make a natural fall beeswax leaf garland 👇🏼 They look gorgeous strung across a sunny window, fireplace mantle, or along a staircase bannister. You can also use waxed leaves on wreaths, or create a tapestry/mobile/wall hanging with rows of leaves strung from a horizontal stick. . SUPPLIES: . 🍁 Leaves – use fallen, flat, colorful leaves that are not yet curling or getting crispy. 🐝 Beeswax (or vegan alternative). The amount depends on your pot and how many leaves you’re dipping. Use enough to create a shallow pool (1/4 to 1/2-inch) of wax in the bottom of the pot once melted. You can always melt more! 🕯 A double boiler (create a makeshift double boiler by nestling a pan, pot or glass bowl inside/on top of a slightly larger pot of water) 🧵 Jute twine, string or twinkle lights. 📜 Parchment paper or waxed paper 🖇 Small clothespins . INSTRUCTIONS: . 1) Press collected leaves in a book for at least 24 to 48 hours first. Add weight to the book of needed to fully press flat. . 2) Gently heat beeswax on the stovetop in a double-boiler. . 3) Once the wax has completely melted, quickly dip each leaf in the wax (one by one) and ensure all parts of the leaf have been coated. Dip some of the stem now too! . 4) Hold the leaf over the pot of wax and lightly wiggle it, allowing excess wax to drip off. . 5) Lay waxed leaves out on parchment paper or waxed paper to dry. They dry fast; within 10 mins or less. . 6) Once dry, go back and dip the uncoated tips of the stems in wax (avoid getting more wax on the leaf). Dipping the stems help fully seal the leaf and retain color. Allow to dry again. . 7) Use small clothespins to attach the leaves to a piece of twine, string or twinkle lights to create a garland. (It’s easiest to hang the string where you want it first, then attach the leaves) . 8) The leaves should retain their bright color for several weeks, up to a couple months. . For easy clean-up, simply re-heat the pot of beeswax, pour off any leftover wax to save for another project, wipe out the pot or pan with a paper towel, then wash well with soap and hot water. . Have fun! 🌠🧡 . . . . #fallleaves #fallcrafts #getcreative #getcrafty #falldecor #diycrafts

🌸 How to Make DIY Botanical Pumpkins ⤵️ with dried pressed flowers, fall leaves, ferns, herbs, or any other botanicals you desire. Send this to a friend you want to make them with! 🍁 . Instructions: . - White pumpkins make the colors pop best, though you can use other colors too. You could also paint a pumpkin white first, but then it won’t be compostable after. - If you don’t have your own dried pressed florals, they’re inexpensive to buy online. I use a wood and paper press that takes a couple weeks to dry, but there are also microwave presses that press and dry instantly. - To adhere the flowers/leaves/ferns to the pumpkin, you can use mod podge OR make an old school DIY cornstarch glue using edible ingredients (recipe below) so that the pumpkin is fully compostable or edible once you’re done using it as decor! - Use a small paintbrush to apply layer of glue where you want the flowers or leaves, press them on, and then apply another layer of glue on top. I added a second layer the next day too, just to really coat a few thicker flowers. . ♻️ Homemade non-toxic glue recipe 👇🏼 . - In a small bowl, mix 2 Tbsp cornstarch with 3/4 cup water. Stir well. - In a separate small pot on the stovetop, combine and heat another 3/4 cup water with 2 Tbsp corn syrup (or honey) + 1 tsp of vinegar (or lemon juice). Bring to a boil. - Once heated, add the cornstarch mixture to the pot on the stove. Mix and return to a boil for about 1-2 mins. - Remove glue from heat, transfer to a container with a lid (like a glass jar, but leave the lid off until it cools) and allow to fully cool + thicken before use. - Stored in a sealed container, DIY glue will last few several days or even weeks. . 💦 Cornstarch glue isn’t waterproof, so you’ll want to keep your pumpkins in a protected location. For outdoor display where rain is a concern, consider waterproof mod podge (but it won’t be compostable) . We enjoy ours right through Thanksgiving! We saw this idea from @northwoodsfolk many years ago and have enjoyed putting our own spin on them since 🌿 Have fun! 💕 . . . . #fallcrafts #fallvibes #pumpkinseason #pressedflowers #crafts #diycrafts #falldecor #sustainableliving #floralpumpkin

🎃 How to Make a Sourdough Pumpkin👇🏼 . Make a batch of sourdough dough, just as you would to bake a normal loaf. It’s easiest to work with cold dough, so do the shaping after cold proofing or even pop your dough into the freezer for 10-15 minutes before working with it. . Cut four long pieces of oven-safe twine (36” is plenty) and tie them all together with a single knot in the middle. Coating the twine in olive oil will help prevent it from sticking to the finished bread. . Take the dough out of the fridge, but keep it in the proofing basket. Lay the twine out (knot in the center) on top of your dough ball, then quickly flip it over so the knot is now under the center of the dough ball. . Lightly dust the top of the dough ball with flour. . Spread the pieces of twine out to create 8 even sections or lobes of the pumpkin. . Grabbing two pieces from opposite sides at a time, gently tie the twine together over the top of the dough ball. Once all pieces are tied at the top/center, cut off the excess. . Use a bread lame or razor to score fun designs in each section. . Carefully transfer to a preheated baking vessel and oven, following the baking instructions of whatever dough/bread recipe you’re using. Ours bakes on 475F for about 40 minutes covered, then uncovered for just a final few minutes. . Allow the bread to fully cool before gently cutting and pulling away the string. . Add a cute little “stem” to complete the look! I used a cinnamon stick. . Have fun and happy fall! 🍁 . . . . . . . . #sourdoughbread #sourdoughpumpkin #pumpkinbread #pumpkinseason #sourdoughbaking #sourdough #sourdoughstarter #homesteadlife #homesteading #countrylife #simpleliving #breadbaking #breadporn #fallvibes #pumpkineverything #pumpkinrecipes #sourdoughlove

🔥 Just kidding, there are no rules… but I hope these tips help! SAVE and see our fire cider recipe below👇🏼 . Have you made fire cider before? It’s a spunky, tangy herbal tonic loaded with healthy ingredients that create a potent infusion to support your immune system, helping to fight off/prevent crud as well as ease and shorten the duration of symptoms. We’ve been making it for years! Feel free to drop your questions in the comments. . 🍊 RECIPE (per half gallon jar) . 7 traditional ingredients: - 1 large onion - 8 to 10 cloves garlic, minced - 6 to 8 Tbsp fresh grated horseradish root - 6 to 8 Tbsp fresh grated ginger - raw apple cider vinegar, enough to fill the jar (32 oz bottle) - a few fresh hot chilis or chili powder, to taste - raw honey (local is best for allergies/immune support) added later after straining . Optional ingredients we often add: - 6 to 8 Tbsp fresh grated turmeric - a couple citrus fruit, sliced (orange, lemon, lime or grapefruit all are good! I especially like oranges) - a handful of fresh herbs such as rosemary, lemon verbena, lemon balm, oregano, lemongrass, or thyme - fresh or dry calendula flowers - black peppercorns - cinnamon sticks - rosehips - pomegranate kernels, crushed - cooked or dried elderberries (not raw) . 🔪 INSTRUCTIONS . 1) Chop, grate, or otherwise prep ingredients. Resist the urge to toss in whole garlic cloves, half an orange, a quarter of an onion, etc… Small bits = more surface area = more nutrient exchange = better infusion! We usually put the onion, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and horseradish in a food processor. 2) Add to jar, fill to 2/3 to 3/4 full. 3) Pour in apple cider vinegar until the jar is full, and add a non-corrosive lid. 4) Let sit at room temp to infuse for at least 3 to 4 weeks, lightly shaking every day or so (especially during the first week) 5) Use a colander and/or cheesecloth to strain, reserving the liquid in a bowl below. I like to squeeze and press out any remaining liquid from the solids. 6) Whisk in honey (or other natural sweetener) to taste. We usually do about 1/4 cup per half gallon jar. 7) Bottle, store in a cool dark place (fridge is best) . Enjoy & stay healthy out there! 🔥

Happy Fall and cozy season! Who else is baking this weekend? 🍂 . I haven’t been baking much lately (beyond our bi-weekly batch of granola) but now that it’s cooling down, I’m looking forward to plenty of soups and sourdough ahead - with the first loaf of the season in the oven now! ❤️ . Reasons to love sourdough ⬇️ . 1) It’s easier to digest and more nutrient-rich than standard bread. The fermentation process reduces/changes the gluten content while adding probiotics and increasing the bioavailability of other nutrients, vitamins and minerals. I can’t eat other bread without getting all bloated, but don’t have issues with homemade! And as a type 1 diabetic, it causes less of a blood sugar spike than non-fermented bread too. 🙌🏽 . 2) It’s easier and less maintenance than most folks imagine. If you have a robust, healthy starter, it can typically survive for many months in the fridge without feeding or even touching it. (Check comments if you need a strong starter!) The process/schedule of making bread is also quite forgiving and flexible. Focaccia is particularly easy! . 3) It’s fun! Whether I’m dressing up an artsy focaccia or making a simple basic loaf, I thoroughly enjoy the process - especially if you don’t worry about it turning out “perfect”. Playing with dough is surprisingly therapeutic. . 4) There are endless recipes and creative ways to use starter or discard - for breads, granola, crackers, pancakes, pizza or pie crust, cookies, bagels, pretzels and more. 🍞🥖🥨🥐🥯 . 5) It reduces packaging waste and gives you the utmost control over the ingredients you’re using and consuming. . Oh, and it’s delicious 💁🏼‍♀️😹 . . . . . #sourdough #sourdougbread #sourdoughbaking #sourdoughfocaccia #edibleflowers #bakinglove #breadlovers #ilovebread #sourdoughstarter #fallbaking #gardentotable #homestead #homesteading #fromscratch #slowliving #countrylife #homesteadlife #selfsufficient #fermentedfoods #guthealth #smallbusiness

Choose wisely 🌞🍃🦋 . This is as much of a reminder to myself as it is for anyone else. As a lifelong over-achiever caught up in the seemingly endless cycle of to-do lists and grind culture, I find myself finally being able to truly slow down as I get closer and closer to 40. To savor the small moments. To say no. To choose myself. To turn devices off. To start new healthy hobbies I “haven’t had time for”, even if that means getting up earlier or shifting priorities around. . You see those memes about the big “40s personality shift” - about no longer wanting to be impressive or busy, but wanting to be regulated, calm, and peaceful instead. I’ve felt that longing in my soul for many years, but am finally learning to embrace it. (Not perfect in it, but trying!) You feel it too? . But it’s not just about choosing how I physically spend my time, because as we all know, it’s not as easy as quitting our jobs or ignoring our responsibilities and having the privilege of playing all day. That simply isn’t reality! (Nor do the vast majority of our days look like this highlight reel.) So for me, it’s been just as much about a shift in mindset. Choosing the way I *think* about each moment, day, task, or homestead chore. Instead of dreading shoveling donkey poop before work, I’m grateful to be outside with the sun in my face first thing in the morning, and have a body that’s capable of heavy lifting. Instead of complaining about being on the computer all day, I try to remember how proud I am of our hard work to get here, and how fortunate we are to be self-employed despite its unique challenges. . And yes, the irony of posting this on social media is real, because making this reel was honestly NOT how I wanted to be spending my time… but instead I’m focusing on how grateful I am to have this community and friends here - because that’s definitely true too ❤️ . . . . . #homesteadlife #smallbusinessowner #selfemployed #homesteading #farmlife #smallbusiness #slowliving #sloliving #selfcare #selfsufficient #homestead #gardenlife #sustainableliving #naturelover #getoutside #slowdown #gardenersofinstagram #gardenlove

Freezing whole fresh tomatoes 🍅💡 When you’re too hot or busy to fuss with canning, this is a quick and easy way to preserve garden tomatoes - and then you can slowly save up to make sauce, soup, or otherwise use them later. The bonus? The skins slip right off as they thaw, making recipes that call for peeled tomatoes even easier - no blanching necessary. (Save those peels to dry into tomato powder!) . INSTRUCTIONS: Simply wash and dry the tomatoes (less moisture = less freezer burn), remove the stem and core if needed (skip for varieties with little-to-no core), and cut a shallow X in the bottom, which is part of what helps the skins come off so easily later. Then gently but tightly pack them into freezer containers of choice, and remove as much air as possible (extra air/space also contributes to freezer burn). See comments below for optional flash freezing step. . To defrost: either allow them to thaw overnight in the fridge, at room temperature for a couple hours, or under warm water for a short period. You may not need to defrost them at all though – we often toss them right in the pot or pan still frozen or partially thawed. . We like to use our frozen tomatoes to make roasted tomato sauce, creamy tomato basil soup, and homemade ketchup, but you can use them in any recipe that calls for cooking tomatoes, or in place of stewed or canned tomatoes. (They won’t be good to eat raw later though, since the texture gets much more soft and watery after they defrost). . I hope this is helpful! 👍🏼❤️ . . . #homesteading #gardenlife #homesteadlife #slowliving #farmlife #gardening #preserving #selfsufficient #seasonaleating #growfood #backyardgarden #growyourown #countrylife