I find that the more kids you have the less diligent you are with certain things. With my first I changed nappies religiously so Baby H was dry and comfortable. Not so with my second Baby L, sometimes it is so hectic in the morning ( and he is happy enough ) that I don’t … Read More ...
DIY Chemical Free Fabric Softener Recipe
Did you know that fabric softeners and dryer sheets generally contain ethyl acetate, benzyl alcohol, camphor, ethanol, limonene, linalool, and a-Terpineol? These chemicals can cause respiratory irritation, headache, nausea, dizziness, anemia, liver and kidney damage, central nervous system disorders, and respiratory edema. Many of them have EPA warnings to wash hands after handling and some … Read More ...
Nettle Beer DIY Joint Pain Relief Recipe
Nettle Beer
One of the most delightful medicines for joint pain
1 pound/500g raw sugar
2 lemons
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1 ounce/30g cream of tartar
5 quarts/5 liters water
2 pounds/1 kilo nettle tops
1 ounce/30g live yeast
Place sugar, lemon peel (no white), lemon juice, and cream of tartar in a large crock.
In a separate … Read More ...
DIY Herbal Remedy For Pinkeye
The herb Eyebright has astringent and antibacterial properties to drawl out infections such as pink eye and soothe eyes.
Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of dried eyebright herb
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Steep for 10 minutes; Strain and allow to cool.
Now you can use … Read More ...
DIY Night Time Cold Remedy Recipe ( Reminiscent of Nyquil )
This remedy lets you sleep very sound all night. Not to be taken by children ( for obvious reasons )
1-lemon
1/4-cup maple syrup
1/4-cup hot water
2-tablespoons brandy
Squeeze all the juice out of the lemon.
Mix lemon juice with the 1/4 cup maple syrup. Then add 1/4th-cup hot water, and 2 tablespoons of … Read More ...
And The Winner Is………………
Thanks to all who entered for a chance to win “No More Dirty Looks” by Alexandra Spunt & Siobhan O’Connor . I have drawn the competition and a big congratulations to Danielle I have emailed you. Please get in contact with me within 14 days to claim your prize!!! 🙂
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DIY Homemade Pedialyte Recipe
2-quarts water
1-teaspoon baking soda
7-teaspoons sugar
1- (1/4 oz.) packet unsweetened kool-aid -OR- lemonade mix (any flavor)
1/2-teaspoon salt or salt substitute
Mix all together.
Store in fridge for NO more then 3 days. can be made into ice cubes.… Read More ...
DIY Homemade Icepack
2- cups of water
1/3- cup (80%) alcohol- rubbing alcohol or vodka, etc.
Zipper- top plastic bag
Combine water and alcohol in a zipper-top bag. Seal top and freeze. The alcohol keeps it from freezing solid and creates a gel-like ice pack. You can add food colouring to the water to your … Read More ...
DIY Lavender Dryer Sachets
1 small muslin drawstring bag (you can usually get these at craft stores)
dried lavender flowers
2-3 drops lavender essential oil
Fill the muslin bag with the dried lavender and add the essential oil. Close the bag tightly and throw in the dryer. Your clothes and towels will come out soft and … Read More ...
DIY Tiger Balm Recipe
1 oz cayenne
3 oz arnica infused oil
3/4 oz beeswax
20 drops white camphor essential oil
20 drops cinnamon leaf essential oil
20 drops rosemary essential oil
30 drops clary sage
essential oil
10 drops sweet birch
essential oil
Melt beeswax, add infused oils and stir well. Let cool a bit before … Read More ...
Updated: Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe
Heres a simple recipe for making your own hand sanitizer, easy to make and at least you will know what is in it 🙂
YOU WILL NEED
1 cup Aloe Vera Gel
(or you can make your own)
3/4 cup of rubbing alcohol
2 teaspoons vegetable glycerin
8-10 drops tea tree or lavender essential oil … Read More ...
Pine Meadows Wholesale Supplier
Alot of people ask me where they can buy certain ingredients when they want to make a recipe I have posted. Introducing Pine Meadows Utah based wholesale supplier of candle and soap making supplies, fragrance oils, essential oils, lip balm flavours, clays salts and botanicals. Be sure to check out there free recipe section and … Read More ...
DIY Aspirin Facial
Aspirin
, a form of salicylic acid is an all natural skin care ingredient . Salicylic acid, a BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid) has the ability to penetrate the skin deeply to unclog pores and effectively exfoliate dead skin cells reducing the incident of acne breakouts whilst stimulating cell renewal leaving you with smooth, vibrant looking … Read More ...
Natural Blackhead Removal/Remedies
Blackheads are so annoying, we all want to get rid of them from time to time. Blackhead strips can be expensive and some extraction methods can come with adverse side effects if not done correctly. I am sharing a natural method that if used on a regular basis can keep this problem in check. I … Read More ...
DIY Lemon Balm Lavender Bugs Off Spray
Thanks to Lynda @ Bloom Bake Create I am sharing a recipe for an all natural bug off spray This is really easy and made with stuff you probably have around the house. So let’s get started!
Lemon Balm – enough to fill a quart jar, Lavender flowers – a cup … Read More ...