Becoming a DIY’er happens because of a few reasons. 1- We want to save money so we cut out the “labor charge” or “convenience fee.”  2- We like the challenge of creating something ourself while we build a new skill.  3- What we have in mind to create isn’t exactly easy to source or we can find one that fits our exact need.  Whatever the reason, being able to jump in and give it a try is an empowering feeling. 

The key word in homesteading is self-sufficiency.  No matter where you are on your journey in homesteading, it all requires starting small and then scaling up as needed on the things that work.  So whether you’re on your piece of land and building your infrastructures or in town in a home or apartment, you can start where you are.