Rooted Making & Real-Life Homesteading

Welcome to Little Creek Homestead! I’m Hannah: the maker, the mom, the keeper of a small, busy homestead in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania. Here you’ll find real-life homesteading, slow seasonal rhythms, handmade projects, and the honest, in-between moments of raising a little wildflower while tending chickens, goats, bees, and a home.

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Seasonal Homestead

Discover what real-life homesteading looks like with chickens, goats, bees, a growing garden, and a toddler by your side. Learn simple, diable ways to live closer to the seasons. No perfection required.

Grow Your Own Food

From seed starting to raised beds to preserving the harvest, explore the small daily rituals that turn a backyard garden into abundance. Practical tips for zone 6b gardeners.

Cook from Scratch

Fresh-milled baking, cozy meals, and seasonal recipes made for real family life. Nourishing food that doesn’t demand perfection. Just warmth, simplicity, and heart.

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Homeschool & gentle learning

Nurture curiosity with simple, play-based learning rooted in nature and daily rhythms. Find preschool activities, seasonal lessons, hands-on crafts, book lists, and gentle approaches to raising a little learner at home.

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Hi! I’m Hannah!

My journey to homesteading started with an idea that I turned into something sustainable. From my parents’ backyard to my own small sanctuary I have learned so much along the way. I’d love to share my success and failures with you, guiding you in a way I wish I had.

Start Your Homestead

Embark on a journey back to the roots. Savor the beauty of everyday moments and slow, intentional living.

Cook from Scratch

Turn raw ingredients into wholesome, simple food for your family. Learn to bring warmth and tradition into every meal.

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Little Creek Learners

A gentle, nature-led approach to early learning. Explore our preschool rhythms, seasonal units, handmade activities, and the simple awys we weave learning into everyday life.