Odds ‘n Sods:

Bob G. suggested three great how-to articles, over at Homestead Revival: Homemade Liquid Handsoap, Homemade Dishwasher Soap, and Homemade Laundry Soap.

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SurvivalBlog’s Editor at Large Michael Z. Williamson recommended a Woods Wise video showing a fire bow drill, using all natural materials.

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In case you missed this: A Perfect Solar Superstorm: The 1859 Carrington Event. (Thanks to J. McC. for the reminder.)

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Kana suggested Roy Underhill’s television show The Woodwright. He has done 28 seasons of entertaining traditional woodworking, including tool making. These episodes will soon be released on DVD. Those with a self-reliant mindset will likely find them to be worthwhile.

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John U. recommended this instructional video: How Can Primitive Living Skills Help Me Survive?