I wish someone earlier in my life had told me how easy it is to make and use homemade shampoo, conditioner, and detangler. For some hair types, working through and rinsing baking soda (as a de-greaser and cleanser) and spraying apple cider vinegar (as a conditioning agent) and rinsing during a shower makes their hair […]
This Oatmeal and Honey Recipe has become a special favorite of mine. I’m not sure why except that I like the natural smell; the slight oats smell that it seems to carry with it. I wanted to wait until Spring to make any more soap, because my last batch cooled down too fast and I […]
I have boys who are never full. I do not even finish cleaning the kitchen before they are back asking for more food. One way I’ve learned to counteract this is to make a drawer for them in the fridge. I fill it with fruit, ready to go veggies, cheese, yogurt. I also make muffins, […]
I am almost there. I’ve been trying to make all of my own beauty products and now I am studying homemade perfume. I am learning more about essential oils and have been using them, not only for body products, but for medicinal purposes as well. Beyond our immediate understanding of medical purposes, smells can also […]
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies look a lot more difficult to make than they really are. I use real peanut butter, without all the sugar and hydrogenated oils, but you can use whatever you like for this recipe. You can also use homemade chocolate chips or store bought. I made these for the first time […]
These 4 Herbal Skin Toners are useful for many reasons. Before I started using homemade products, my face often felt stripped after I washed it. My skin has always been of a dry instead of oily complexion, but no matter what your complexion is, it’s a great idea to use a toner before applying a […]
I’ve tried out a few recipes for lotion and have found some that I really love. Homemade lotions and balms have cured any skin problems that I’ve had and are the best for those dry winter months. This is available in My Shop as well. The Whipped Shea Butter is what I use as my […]
The more I learn, the more excited I get at all the wonderful natural things that God has put all around us. How ignorant I have been!! I found no less than 25 herbs and essential oils for the skin! I buy expensive chemical brews for my face in hopes that they delays wrinkles setting […]
My kids usually ask me to make a cake that looks like some kind of insect, animal, robot, or star wars related theme for their birthday. Being that I try to keep things simple and, to be honest, I don’t have the patience to make these elaborate beautiful cakes that some of my friends can […]
My mom used to make this Chocolate Pudding Cake for us when we were little. It’s one of those that carries fond memories with it. I think she made it most when we had unexpected visitors and she wanted to put something delicious together quickly. No need for icing on this cake. It is a […]
Fall is such a fun time. Tucking in Your Garden can be adventurous for your kids just as much as you. My kids are so excited when the first few leaves fall…and yes, they will go get leaves from neighboring properties just to have the most perfect massive leaf pile. Now, I love to start […]
I’ve put together 3 Laundry Soap Recipes. I have not called them detergent recipes, because detergents are surfactants, which I do not believe are healthy. Instead, here are some healthier options for you and your family. Why make your own laundry soap? Cost. It is a lot cheaper to make your own. Safety. Store detergents […]
I visited my parents this week and had a blast. We hung out, hiked, swam, the kids ran around with Nerf swords well after dark…what more could you ask for? My brother’s kids came over on the weekend and my mom had a great idea of having the kids make crushed ice candles. This is […]
Tis the season…to make funny pumpkin faces and roast the seeds! My brother brought over pumpkins for the kids to carve, and after gutting out each one, there was just no way I could throw away all those wonderful pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin seeds are full of goodness for you. They are high in antioxidants, zinc, […]
Talk about amazing! This recipe is adapted from Chocolate Covered Katie. I was looking for another way to make homemade chocolate chips. I’m not satisfied with my current recipe, because the butter or coconut oil separates from the chips too much for my liking. This recipe, though, is so yummy that it will never last […]
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