Are you tired of spending $3-4 for a can of dusting spray? I know the name-brand choices in the store are almost $5; that is PURE insanity. You can make an all-natural dusting spray with only three ingredients that is effective and uses ingredients I’m sure you have at home. Switching to homemade, all-natural cleaners…
Ditching chemical-laden room sprays is difficult; we all love a room that smells delicious. Over the last two years, I’ve made an effort to ditch as many chemicals as possible. Making DIY holiday room sprays is cost-effective while smelling like Christmas in an all-natural way. I love the smells of the holidays. Christmas trees. Candy…
If you’ve ever wondered how to make herbal tinctures, you’re in the right place. Making tinctures is a straightforward way to extract and preserve the benefits of herbs using alcohol, vinegar, or glycerin. An herbal tincture is basically a concentrated liquid form of herbs that you can make at home with just a few simple…
If you’re looking to boost your immune system naturally, making elderberry syrup at home is a simple and affordable way to do it. I’ve found the process pretty straightforward—you mainly need fresh or dried elderberries, water, honey, and some basic cooking supplies. Making elderberry syrup involves simmering the berries to extract their nutrients, then straining and…
As soon as school begins again (in our case, homeschool co-op), we know cold and flu season is around the corner, biding its time. It’s like a lurking monster, and eventually, someone in my family topples. Then, the rest follow suit. I always have some of my favorite homemade herbal teas for cold and flu…
Switching to a homemade all-purpose natural cleaning spray saves you time and eliminates harmful chemicals in your home. If you want a simple way to keep your home clean without harsh chemicals, making a DIY all-natural cleaning spray is a great choice. It’s easy to make with just a few ingredients you probably already have, and…
Are you looking for a non-toxic alternative to dryer sheets? Reusable lavender dryer bags are an affordable, safe choice that is easy to make at home. Lavender dryer bags receive their scent from the dried lavender herb placed inside of the bags. The lavender scent is perfect for clean-smelling clothes, and you may try adding…
Echinacea is one of the most widely used medicinal herbs, and one way to tap into this herb is to make echinacea tincture. Echinacea, often called purple coneflower, is a popular herb that has been used for centuries to boost the immune system and treat various ailments. One of the most effective ways to use…
Beeswax is a versatile product you can use for many things around your home. Beeswax is a natural, versatile product to keep in your home. It is a natural thickener for products, available online or from local beekeepers. You might keep honey bees yourself! Since we plan to get bees in the spring, I looked…
Learning how to make calendula salve is easy and a great skin care remedy for the whole family! Calendula salve is one of my favorite natural skin care remedies that I use regularly. It’s simple and offers powerful benefits for your skin. It’s great for insect bites, minor cuts, burns, dry skin, and more. Learning…
