Bartering is still being done today. In fact, our families have been bartering services good and other items, without even realizing it. I made my first crocheted throw to barter with another farmgirl. I'm amazed at the talents of this woman. I sew, but don't really enjoy it, and have not mastered the art of it. I am thrilled to be able to barter with her for our homemade aprons, which I'll post pictures of later. Here is the first item I made for her.
We all have talents. I think most of us are afraid to commit to it, take time for it, or lack confidence in our work. I challenge you all to barter one homemade or handmade item this month.
"Eat it up,
Wear it out,
Make it do,
Or go without."
~A Pioneer Sampler, by Barbara Greenwood~
Pioneer Woman at Heart
One Flourishing, Frugal and Fun Family!
One family learning to live off the land, cut back on expenses, and to live a simpler and a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
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