Old-fashioned homemaking, from-scratch recipes, and faith-filled encouragement for today’s homemaker.

Teaching you the old-fashioned skills every homemaker needs.

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Your Guide to Frugal, Old-Fashioned Homemaking

Hello and welcome! I’m Amanda, the heart and hands behind Sunshine Valley. What started as a desire to slow down and find more calm in my day-to-day has grown into a lifestyle rooted in old-fashioned homemaking, frugal living, from-scratch cooking, and the simple joys like gardening and meaningful routines.

I truly believe that when we simplify our lives, and focus on what really matters, we can create homes that are not only beautiful but filled with contentment and joy.

Start Your Spring With Homemade Goodness.

Spring Homemaking Favorites

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Have Fresh Eggs Every Day!

With Your Own Chickens

With their charming personalities and the promise of fresh eggs, chickens make an ideal addition to any homestead or backyard. By tending to these feathered friends, you not only enjoy a daily supply of nutritious, farm-fresh eggs but also gain a deeper connection to your food source. It’s a rewarding and sustainable way to embrace a more self-reliant lifestyle, all while savoring the incomparable taste of eggs straight from your coop to your kitchen.

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Hi! I’m Amanda!

homemaker, homesteader, and the heart behind Sunshine Valley.

For the past 20 years, I’ve been creating a simple, old-fashioned life for my family—one homemade loaf, tidy room, and peaceful routine at a time. I believe that when we slow down, simplify, and return to the basics, we find more joy and purpose in the everyday.

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My Favorite Homemaking Tools

The simple tools I use to create a peaceful, productive home life—from scratch cooking to daily rhythms and homestead chores.

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