As a gardener, I love to see other peoples’ gardens. What are they growing? How is their garden laid out? It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is – I love to read about gardens. So I was happy to see this post by Debra of DIY Natural. She teaches herbal sciences classes […]
How to Deadhead Roses
I meant to share this earlier in the year but totally forgot. If you plan to grow roses this year, it may be helpful. A repeat blooming rose will keep producing flowers all summer, as long as you deadhead it when needed. To “deadhead” a plant means to remove any withered or dead flowers. It often promotes increased flowering […]
Get Rid Of Flies Naturally With Homemade Flypaper
This is one of those DIY recipes where it’s surprising how well it works. Jillee shares a tutorial for creating homemade, natural flypaper. It uses materials you probably have in your kitchen already. Jillee also demonstrates how sticky this paper really is. It’s a nice, chemical-free way to get rid of flies and other flying […]
DIY Deodorant Paste Recipe
This is Barb’s recipe for a DIY Deodorant Paste. It uses just 3 basic ingredients. She also includes recommendations on essential oils that you can use for scent. If you’re looking for a natural deodorant, this one may work for you. I like simple recipes and this is one of the simplest I’ve seen. Click on […]
How to Make Kid-Friendly Green Smoothies
This is a Guest post by Laura on TheGirlCreative.com. Laura normally posts on Turquoise Home. I thought this was a very creative idea. Laura wanted her daughter to drink more green smoothies. Sometimes her daughter did and sometimes she didn’t. So Laura decided to try freezing the green smoothie as a popsicle. Laura shares her […]
Healing Homemade Conifer Tea
The View from Great Island (theviewfromgreatisland.com) is one of my favorite websites. Sue Moran creates unique and creative recipes. In this post, Sue shares a recipe for healing conifer tea. Conifers are trees that bear cones. Some conifers like spruce, pine and fir are edible. Using needles from what we think of as Christmas trees […]
Chickens from Scratch Book Review
If you or someone you know are thinking of raising chickens, this would be a great book to read first. Janet Garmen, the author, has extensive experience in raising chickens herself and teaching others how to raise chickens. The book is packed with information: what breed of chickens to start with, how many, housing, feeding, […]
How to Make Maple Syrup
I thought you might enjoy reading about how to make maple syrup. I don’t know that too many people have the maple trees and time to follow the process described here. But it’s interesting to know what’s involved in going from maple sap to delicious maple sugar. The recipes are my favorite part. Hot maple […]
Homemade Brown Sugar Peach Body Scrub
I liked this recipe because it’s quick and easy to make. This is Mique’s body scrub recipe. She uses just 4 natural ingredients. You mix all 4 ingredients together and you’re good to go. At the end of the article she explains how to use the scrub. Nice simple recipe. Click on the Homemade Brown Sugar Peach Body Scrub link below […]
Miracle Earache Remedies
It’s incredibly painful for an adult or little one to be in pain from an earache. In this article, you’ll learn about a particular oil which has antibacterial properties. You just warm it up, cool it down a bit and use it in your ear. You’ll also find many other remedies for earaches in this post. Click the […]
DIY-Spray Paint Glass Decanters For Home Decor
I selected this DIY post by Kathy of Petticoat Junktion, because it’s a creative way to reuse old decanters and give them a new lease on life. They make great vases for flowers from your garden, and can be used either inside or outside on a porch or deck. If you don’t have glass decanters like this […]
Homemade Freezer Smoothie Packs
I thought this was a great idea. Jazmin of Frugality Gal prepares packets of sliced fruit and yogurt and then freezes them. The packets are in small freezer bags. When she wants to make a smoothie she’ll pulse some oats in a magic bullet or blender. The she’ll dump in one of the packets of […]