DIY Outdoor Burlap Wreath (For Any Season)
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A decor diva I am not, but decorating for seasons and holidays with kids is definitely a lot of fun. When I found myself admiring the cute front door wreaths…
Natural Home
Clean and organize your home naturally with these simple DIY recipes for household cleaning and helpful tips to avoid indoor toxins in household products, air and water.
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How to Make Natural Slime (No Borax or Glue)
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I’ve tried my best to resist the slime craze in our house … but the day has finally come. (Cue sinister music.) Seriously, messy projects don’t bother me (we homeschool…
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DIY Hanging Wall Quotes the Easy Way (Printable)
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I’ve always been a budget shopper and a DIYer. No matter my budget, I actually prefer to shop at consignment sales for the kids (the clothes are actually more natural…
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10 Amazing Uses for Diatomaceous Earth Around the Home
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Tell your kids it’s “skeleton powder.” Or that it slashes and dehydrates bugs to death! If you have boys especially, they may look at your natural pantry with a whole…
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Himalayan Salt Lamp Benefits: Facts, Myths and How to Use Them
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There are few things in life as soothing and relaxing as the warm glow of a campfire, and a Himalayan salt lamp offers a similar ambiance at home. I’ve talked…
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Why Do Gardeners Live Longer?
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There is a lot of evidence, most anecdotal, some scientific, about how gardeners live up to 14 years longer than non-gardeners. That’s a pretty impressive life extension and it certainly…
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DIY Dusting Spray for Cleaning Wood Furniture
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Dust … it’s everywhere and seems to multiply. It has a way of accumulating on furniture, books, and in little hidden places. Dusting furniture is one of those time-consuming chores…
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How to Deep Clean a Washing Machine (Naturally)
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Many of us don’t think about cleaning out the washing machine. I mean, it’s supposed to clean our clothes, so how dirty can it get? Yet, mildew, bacteria, soap scum,…
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How to Build a Tea & Coffee Station Table (or Bar)
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I love doing DIY projects but I’m not good enough with power tools to do any fancy work. I don’t dovetail and I haven’t learned how to use a router…
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How to Distress Wood With Tea, Vinegar, and Steel Wool (in 24 hours)
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Lately I’ve been experimenting with making furniture and learning to distress wood. What started by making wine bottle tiki torches has turned into a passion for upcycling and DIYing all…
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How to a Make a Furoshiki Wrapping Cloth
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Here’s a not-so-fun fact: every holiday season about 4 million tons of gift wrap and decorations end up in U.S. landfills. Wrapping paper and gift bags for birthdays and Christmas…
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19 Natural Cleaning Tips (+ Easy Recipes)
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Cleaning a house naturally is not any more difficult than cleaning it with harsh chemicals. It improves indoor air quality and is much safer, especially for children. We’ve switched entirely…
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Easy-to-Make Natural Liquid Dish Soap
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I’ve managed to tackle homemade laundry detergent, but homemade liquid dish soap for handwashing dishes has been on my DIY list for a long time. Making a natural dishwashing soap…
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Remarkable Benefits of Cinnamon (& 12 Ways to Use It More)
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Practically everyone has cinnamon in their spice drawer but some may not know its many health benefits and uses. It is an ingredient in my favorite oral health products, and…
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Does the Squatty Potty Really Improve How We Poop?
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I’m constantly researching tools, resources, and health devices to make our lives easier, healthier, and more enjoyable. One of those resources that I’ve used for years is the Squatty Potty.…
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How to Make Recycled Wine Bottle Tiki Torches
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In the summer I always keep homemade natural bug spray at hand, but tiki torches are a lovely and practical way to light up the patio while keeping mosquitos at bay.…
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Backyard Farming: How to Homestead in the City
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Growing some of the food that your family consumes is a great way to save money and eat organically on a budget. As food prices continue to go up, more…
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Benefits of Going Barefoot (and the Best Barefoot Shoes)
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Now that warm weather is here, our family is spending a lot of time outside in the sun… and barefoot. The benefits of getting outside are well-documented, but the barefoot part is…
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Un-Doo: How to Stop the Stink with Natural Bathroom Spray
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Bathroom odors just might be the bane of any moms existence, especially to those of us with lots of littles and a bathroom that gets lots of action. It’s enough of…
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How to Make Better Coffee With Non-Toxic Coffee Makers
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How important is a coffee maker in most homes? According to some sources, excluding water, people consume coffee more than any other beverage in the world, and it is the second…
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Relaxing Pillow Spray Recipe With Essential Oils
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With six kiddos in the house, sleep can be hard to come by sometimes. Fortunately, I’ve found ways to naturally improve sleep quality, including ditching the night lights and using magnesium…
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Great Alternatives to Almond Flour and Coconut Flour
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When you go grain-free, you have to get creative to keep enjoying the foods you love. Most grain-free goodies are made with the same ol’ flours, but there are actually…
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What Is Sous Vide (& How to Do It without Plastic)
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I first heard of sous vide years ago and my initial thought process went something like this: Me: Hmm… sounds French. Must be fancy… I wonder how it works. Also me…
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Homemade HE Laundry Detergent Recipe (Laundry Soap)
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Laundry detergent is an easy switch from store bought to homemade. DIY alternatives are often just as effective and much less expensive. I’ve shared my Homemade Laundry Soap but this variation is formulated…