Get Your Free Homesteading Workbook
Ready to start homesteading but not sure where to begin? Let’s make that first step a little easier.
Welcome to the World of Homesteading is a free workbook I created to help you set realistic, seasonal goals for your homestead. Whether you’ve got a big backyard, a small balcony, or a few acres to call your own, it’ll help you make progress without the overwhelm.
It’s filled with practical advice, simple action steps, and printable worksheets you can reuse every year. No fluff. No pressure. Just a straightforward guide to help you build the life you’ve been dreaming about.
Feeling overwhelmed by too much advice?
You’re not alone. These days, a quick search for “how to start a garden” or “which chickens are best for beginners” can leave you more confused than when you started. Everyone has an opinion, and most of them contradict each other.
I’ve been there.
I’m Jessica Knowles, homesteader, mom of three, and the voice behind The 104 Homestead. I started this journey on a tiny quarter-acre in town, just trying to stretch one income and feed my family better. More than a decade later, I’m still doing it on a 5½-acre homestead in Maine, with chickens in the yard, dirt under my nails, and plenty of lessons learned along the way.
That’s why I made this workbook. Because no matter where you’re starting from, you deserve guidance that’s clear, doable, and based on real experience.
What’s Inside the Workbook:
✔ Seasonal goal-setting pages to help you focus on what matters most.
✔ Actionable steps for growing food, caring for animals, and living more simply.
✔ Printable worksheets to track your progress and celebrate your wins.
Whether you’re brand new or just looking for a little direction, this workbook will help you start strong and stay motivated. And best of all, it’s completely free.
You’ll Also Get:
When you sign up for the newsletter, you’ll also get weekly-ish tips, seasonal ideas, and honest stories from a fellow homesteader who’s been through it all: garden flops, chicken escapes, muddy goats, and everything in between.
No spam. No pressure. Just real-life support from someone who gets it.
Let’s Get Growing Together
You don’t have to figure it all out right away. You just need a place to start.
Sign up below, choose the homesteading topics that interest you most, and get your free copy of Welcome to the World of Homesteading delivered straight to your inbox.
Let’s build something good, one season at a time.