ASK YOURSELF: How to darn a sock

Ask Yourself, If I or my family did not have access to new clothing, how would I repair the clothing that I have? Socks are a precious commodity if you think about it. They wick moisture, keep feet free from disease, prevent rubbing on shoes, and keep the feet warm. If you had no way of getting new socks, how would you keep yours in good repair? Well, in all generations but our own, the method of darning was used. Watch this video, learn how to darn, and keep the supplies on hand. Darning can be used on all worn or holey fabric. Try it out! It is a great preparedness skill to learn. Plus is makes you feel all pioneery!!

DARNING VIDEO

The Old Farmers Almanac

For those of you that have not heard of The Old Farmers Almanac, it is a book published every year that has: weather forecasts, seed planting times, astronomy charts, sun rise and sun set times, and many more bits of information useful to a farmer. It was first published in 1792 and is said to be 80% accurate in its weather predictions. This book is also a great addition to any emergency prep kit! It can give you information you need to survive. Without the internet, tv, or radio, I know I would never be able to know what the temperatures were going to be, or the times to plant things. I can be a useful tool in growing food, traveling by the stars, and preparing for good and bad weather. Pick one up at home depot today, they are only a few dollars, plus it is an interesting book to ready through. Check out the website too at www.almanac.com