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Little House Living: The Make-Your-Own Guide to a Frugal, Simple, and Self-Sufficient Life Paperback – February 23, 2021

by Merissa A. Alink (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 516 ratings
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The immensely popular blogger behind Little House Living provides a timeless and “heartwarming guide to modern homesteading” (BookPage) that will inspire you to live your life simply and frugally—perfect for fans of The Pioneer Woman and The Hands-On Home.

Shortly after getting married, Merissa Alink and her husband found themselves with nothing in their pantry but a package of spaghetti and some breadcrumbs. Their life had seemingly hit rock bottom, and it was only after a touching act of charity that they were able to get back on their feet again.

Inspired by this gesture of kindness as well as the beloved Little House on the Prairie books, Merissa was determined to live an entirely made-from-scratch life, and as a result, she rescued her household budget—saving thousands of dollars a year. Now, she reveals the powerful and moving lessons she’s learned after years of homesteading, homemaking, and cooking from scratch.

Filled with charm, practical advice, and gorgeous full-color photographs, Merissa shares everything from tips on budgeting to natural, easy-to-make recipes for taco seasoning mix, sunscreen, lemon poppy hand scrub, furniture polish, and much more. Inviting and charming, Little House Living is the epitome of heartland warmth and prairie inspiration.
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    February 23, 2021
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  6. ISBN-10
    198217899X
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Author and popular blogger Merissa A. Alink shows us how easy it is...A fabulous array of simple, wholesome and delicious recipes, both savory and sweet, rounds out this heartwarming guide to modern homesteading. Some household tips are timeless indeed.--Bookpage Top Pick

In our fast-paced lives, Alink's book is a welcome reminder that we don't always have to buy ready-made and over-processed products.--Bust

With her own experiences as guide, [Merissa] Alink demonstrates that some aspects of rural living translate to any situation...Alink brings a bit of [Laura Ingalls] Wilder's life into the present. This title will find a comfortable home in most library collections. Especially warranted where Wendy McClure's The Wilder Life has found popularity.--Library Journal

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Merissa A. Alink fully believes in her mission statement of “making the most with what you have” and commits each day to taking the best possible care of her family. Since 2009, she’s been writing her blog, Little House Living, and sharing tips about simple living with from-scratch recipes, make-your-own tutorials, and much more. Merissa loves living a quiet life with her family of four on a little 130-year-old farm in rural South Dakota. Visit her at LittleHouseLiving.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gallery Books; Reprint edition (February 23, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 198217899X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982178994
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.38 x 0.6 x 9.13 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Merissa Alink loves living the simple life and blogging about it at www.LittleHouseLiving.com. Merissa and her family live on a small farm in South Dakota where she makes the most with what she has and believes she can show you how to do the same, no matter where you live or what your income level is.

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Kristin
5.0 out of 5 stars Wealth of Knowledge
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2023
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This book is packed with so much goodness; recipes, planning tips, and more. There's so much we can make from scratch and this guidebook makes it easier.
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Annalee Fuerstenau
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is amazing!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2016
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Having been a follower of her blog, I actually pre-ordered this book before it came out. I received it, glanced through it, and then it went to rest on the shelf with my other recipe books. I did notice immediately that it was beautifully photographed and well organized, but I just didn't have time to really go through it.

Well recently I broke my leg very seriously and suddenly found myself with a ton of extra time to read. As I'm going through it I am repeatedly amazed by the type of things she has recipes for. For example, there's a recipe for antibacterial cleaning wipes!! I buy these at the store all the time and even the generic brand is super expensive. I love the convenience of them, but I won't let my kids use them because of the nasty chemicals. Which means more cleaning for mom to do. This is not just a book with a few homemade lotion and food recipes, it is so much better. I had no idea that such a gem of a book was on my shelf; I wish I had dedicated some time to it sooner!

Besides recipes there are also helpful little 'money saving tips' throughout the book. Like the recipes, the tips are so simple and yet so genius. Many of these leave me wondering why in the world I didn't think of them myself.

Merissa is definitely an expert at homemade recipes of all sorts. I don't know how one woman could have come up with so many wonderful recipes but I'm so glad she decided to share them! Probably the best thing about this book is that it is genuine and has heart. As another reviewer mentioned, she doesn't just share her knowledge she also shares herself. I think that really pulls the book together and makes it actually interesting to just sit and read.
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Lynn Woodward
5.0 out of 5 stars Handy reference
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2023
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This book has a lot of handy ideas for a variety of issues. I used it to make my own foaming hand soap. Also liked the homemade pudding mix recipe
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J Black
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2023
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I’m a connoisseur of books and this was a great one to add to my collection. I love the authors story and all the recipes. I’ll recommend you buy the hardcover though (for more protection), mine had water damage when it arrived (I got the soft cover). I think just from drawing moisture ( I live in Oregon). A hard cover would probably prevented that. I’m keeping my damaged book though because it’s such a pain in the butt to send it back. I live really far out. But I would totally recommend this book to anyone.
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JOANN B
5.0 out of 5 stars I say Simple Perfection: The Make Your Own Guide by Merissa
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2016
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This book is totally amazing it gives life everything you need to make things simple again. The author of this book creates a home and neighbor atmosphere for you to experience in her writings. I do not think that I have ever in my 62 years enjoyed a book as well as this one. I now have a new order for Christmas,Birthdays, Wedding Gifts, House Warming and Off to College you must go.....GIFTS! I have this book virtually dog eared I have read it so many times. Friends have requested I give them the recipes or zerox this or that. I tell them buy the book and nope mine is not a loaner. I give my acquaintances the site address so they can go on-line unless i am planning on gifting it to them or theirs....I mean the book Little House Living: The Make Your -Own Guide by Merissa A Alink. I can personally tell you I have followed this young lady and her friends for years she is the hi-light of may day when her emails,face book or her short notes respond to my comments on-line. Out of all amazon...reading...this book is the one that keeps giving! It shares life in the simplified way bringing a smile to my face and new discovery every time I read it. This book is given 5 stars a thumbs up and has turned this lady into a repeat customer so that my family, friends, co-works, church members and even the post master can retrieve some of the lost traits of canning, cooking and home making as it was in my grand mothers days. Please do yours and yourself a favor order this book today. I wish there was a volume II or III or even IV to follow up with.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book isn't just a keeper, it's one I would replace if I lost it!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2017
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This book is stunning in its scope and simplicity. Rich with content, easily adapted to any family's tastes/portion sizes, and full of wonderful, time saving ideas for healthy meals in a fast paced world. Substituting ingredients is easy: prewashed quinoa for rice, sprouted spelt flour for all purpose, whole wheat pasta for regular pasta, etc... No matter your family's eating style or budget, you'll find something here.

I also love that learning this process has allowed me to convert some of my own time-honored recipes into mixes. Now when friends beg for my cornbread recipe (depending on how good the friend is, lol), I can hand over a mix AND the recipe. I can't wait for Christmas this year. I LOVE it when a book isn't merely recipes, but instruction, and something that helps me in my life in general. This book is definitely one of those.

The body care and household recipes are also excellent, especially the honey body wash. The ONLY problem I've found is that I don't have nearly enough jars, lol, no matter how many I buy! Too fun! I obviously highly recommend this book.
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Lucille carpenter
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023
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I have this book and have bought several for gifts.
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Shutterbug
5.0 out of 5 stars My new go to book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 2, 2022
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I love this book. It's not only inspiring with the wonderfully simple recipes but I'm enjoying the little anecdotal glimpses we get of the authors life. Living the dream and I'm so thrilled life turned out so well for you after such hardship. You've inspired me! I will happily recommend this to everyone and I already have. Thank you for sharing all your fantastic knowledge.
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Charlene littlewood
5.0 out of 5 stars How to make everything better
Reviewed in Australia on August 14, 2018
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Fantastic book very good for people who want to be self sufficient
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb recipes to make and save money at the same time! A fabulous odessy to simple and frugal living!
Reviewed in Canada on November 10, 2015
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It is an excellent reference for the frugal and simple life. Includes good recipes for making instead of buying things like healing salve, shoe and foot spray for smelly feet, chocolate chip cookie mix, handmade bread, baby lotion and so much more. The author has lived through tough times and taught herself how to 'make' and do. She even has gluten free and dairy free recipes. There are recipes for the first aid box/cabinet and fruit recipes. I will be busy making things while saving money, too! Thanks, Merissa A. Alink!
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Aries
5.0 out of 5 stars Little house living
Reviewed in Canada on November 19, 2020
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Not what I expected but it is very interesting and look forward to try8ng out some of the ideas.
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Maggie
3.0 out of 5 stars It was okay
Reviewed in Australia on July 30, 2021
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Three stars
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