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Homestead Journal

Stardust Homestead · Maynardville, Tennessee

Homestead Journal

From the hills of Appalachia — stories, herbs & homestead life

This is our place to share the journey of life on the homestead. Follow along as we tend gardens, care for animals, harvest herbs and flowers, preserve the seasons, create handmade goods, and celebrate the simple joys and lessons of Appalachian homestead living.

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July 20261
Our First Batch of Kombucha: A New Homestead Adventure
Jul 22, 2026 Homestead Kitchen
Our First Batch of Kombucha: A New Homestead Adventure
This week at Stardust Homestead, I finally took the plunge into brewing kombucha for the very first time. From learning the difference between a SCOBY and a pellicle to patiently waiting through fermentation, join me as I document this new homestead skill—and dream about all the fresh herbs, flowers, and berries that will flavor future batches.
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