We don’t mess around with laundry in this house, as I’m sure anyone who has kids, does yardwork, sweats, cooks, eats or…you know…experiences any aspect of everyday life can understand. For that reason, I was honestly hesitant to venture into making my own laundry detergent because I’m not a fan of wasting money on something […]
I’ll go ahead and skip the fluff and backstory on why I wanted to share this recipe because I think every adult human can relate to at least one thing: muscle pain. Working, childcare, gardening, exercise, stress…. No matter the cause, we all know the feeling. While I make no claims for chronic medical conditions, […]
It’s no secret that facial toner is a vastly beneficial component of any daily skin care routine. What you may not know is that it only requires a few simple ingredients to create an effective toner to clean and tighten the pours, remove remaining bacteria and reduce redness/inflammation. All Hail Witch Hazel! If you look […]
It’s amazing to think there was a time when candles weren’t just used to fill your room with a lovely aroma, but were actually quite necessary to light your home once the sun went down. The art of candle making was a quintessential part of our homesteading past for this very reason. These days, making […]
It’s the most wonderful time of year… Spring has sprung, the rain has come, and little yellow flowers are popping up all over the yard. That’s right, it’s time for the Dandelions. Dandelions are among the lovely weeds that are not only edible, but extremely nutritious from root to flower. While the root and leaves […]
Composting: Breaking down organic materials to create nutrient rich plant food, while simultaneously reducing the amount of trash sent to landfills. It’s the epitome of upcycling! Now I’ll be the first to admit, I was a little intimidated by composting at first. Talk of the special bins, wrong ratios, things you can’t compost etc…. I […]
Face oils are quickly gaining popularity as more and more people ditch their synthetic moisturizers and serums for a more natural alternative. Generally comprised of organic essentials oils, these concoctions address an array of skin care needs from acne to eczema. Naturally oily person? Don’t worry! Using the right face oil for your skin will […]
Pack mixture tightly into each cell of the silicon mold. Be sure to push the mixture down as hard as you can to ensure it sticks together when dry. Let the mold sit overnight, or at least 12 hours to fully dry/harden. Once dry, each cell should easily pop out of the mold. Store in […]