Kathie N. Lapcevic – Blogger, Podcaster, & Teacher
Kathie is an experienced blogger, freelance writer, and teacher.
She has published articles in national magazines like The Costco Connection, Mother Earth News, Grit, and more.
She teaches classes on gardening, food preservation, cooking, simple living, and more through local venues and online workshops.
She is the founder of several websites and blogs and maintains a following of over 35,000 fans through social media, newsletters, and her websites.
To work with Kathie, please email: [email protected]
Current Projects
Homespun Seasonal Living is a blog and online community dedicated to helping folks live a simple lifestyle in harmony with the earth’s seasons. The blog shares seasonal recipes, tips on seasonal & simple living, gardeningand foraging hacks, herbal projects, food preservation ideas, crafts, and more to help folks live intentional and joyful lives in a way that skips overwhelm.
Kneady Girl is a blog dedicated to sharing homemade bread recipes. The site focuses on yeast breads, bread machine recipes, and quick breads like muffins and more. Recipes are designed to be easy to make and fully from scratch so that readers can find success in baking bread at home.
Hand-Me-Down Recipes is a blog dedicated to sharing simple and often vintage recipes in the hopes of empowering folks to preserve family and traditional recipes that are easy to make, frugal, and most importantly delicious!
The Quiet Rebellion is a podcast and video interview series designed for those yearning to break free from the hurried pace of modern life. Together, we’ll explore inspiring ideas and practical strategies to rebel against mainstream norms, cultivate slower, more intentional living, and foster strong, connected communities. From nurturing healthy homes to living in harmony with the earth, we invite you to embrace a lifestyle rooted in simplicity, connection, and purpose. Tune in and join the movement toward a more meaningful, grounded way of life.
Hand Me Down Recipes is dedicated to the timeless art of passing down family recipes. Each episode is a journey into kitchens of the past and present, where we share cherished dishes, the stories behind them, and the traditions they preserve. From secret sauces to grandma’s iconic desserts, we’re celebrating the love, heritage, and deliciousness that connect us across generations. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a curious foodie, join us to savor the flavors of tradition and keep these recipes alive for the next generation.
Kathie is one of the founding members of Rootsy, a website dedicated to the topics of homesteading and simple living. We focus on food preservation recipes, gardening, and more to help readers find quick wins in their handmade lifestyle.