Life on a Hobby Farm | Backyard Chickens, DIY Crafts and Homesteading

Welcome to the Farm!

A large garden and orchard, chickens, lambs, and a huge Do-It-Yourself farmhouse build keep our hands busy, our tummies filled, and our hearts humbled. Life on our hobby farm is wonderfully messy.

I grew up in Southern Indiana and loved spending my summers picking sweet sun-ripened strawberries straight from our home garden, playing in the creek, and collecting fresh still-warm eggs. My mama taught me how to can, make bread, and to enjoy the simple pleasure that country life brings. Now that I’m married with 5 little ones of my own, we’ve chosen a country life so that we could give our children similar experiences. Bless this Mess is not just about food, we are also a hobby farm blog, we love to share life on our hobby farm and the joys of growing our own food!

January 2016 we broke ground.
April 2017 we have part of a house!

Follow Our Farm Journey!

Building our own farmhouse, with our own two hands

All Backyard Chickens Hobby Farm Our Garden Preserving the Harvest

August 24, 2019

What kind of Hummingbird is that? The Most Common Hummingbirds in North America

Get to know the most common hummingbirds in North America to better spot which species make a pitstop in your yard! The Most Common Hummingbirds in North America Hummingbirds are quick and beautiful little creatures. If...

August 2, 2019

Tips for Saving Money when Buying Produce

If you’re looking for ways to cut your grocery costs, you’ll love these tips for saving money when buying produce, including a farmers’ market hack and advice to hit up the freezer section! Tips for Saving...

July 30, 2019

The Best Ways to Set Up a Hummingbird Feeder

Want to invite more hummingbirds to your outdoor space? Check out the best ways to set up a hummingbird feeder for all the tips and tricks to doing it right. The Best Ways to Set Up...

Attract beautiful hummingbirds to your backyard or garden with this simple homemade hummingbird food recipe!

July 9, 2019

The Best Homemade Hummingbird Food – attract beautiful birds with this recipe!

Attract beautiful hummingbirds to your backyard or garden with this simple homemade hummingbird food recipe! Homemade Hummingbird Food Recipe I’ve written before about my adoration for the whimsical creatures that are hummingbirds. Last month, I shared...