Written by Cheyenne Bell There are definitely seasons that lend themselves to "I'm booooored, Mom" kind of phases, like the hottest days of summer, and the coldest days of winter. To help combat the dreaded kid boredom, I want to show you a very easy, very cheap way to keep your … [Read more...] about Simple DIY Play Tent for Kids
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DIY Clay Toothpaste: New and Improved Version!
By Contributing Writer, Erin Long Back in January 2012 I decided it was time to make substantial changes to my lifestyle and take the plunge into natural living. I didn’t eat much processed food so I decided to revamp my personal care supplies first, starting with DIY … [Read more...] about DIY Clay Toothpaste: New and Improved Version!
DIY Fruity Summer Lip Balm
By Cheyenne Bell We're heading into the end of the summer-- can you believe it? I, for one, am happy to see it go--it is way too hot here in Texas. But there are things about the summer that I will miss, especially having delicious, juicy, ripe fruit whenever I want it. There's … [Read more...] about DIY Fruity Summer Lip Balm
Make Your Own Cloth Menstrual Pads (Easy Sewing Tutorial)
By Contributing Writer, Virginia Miner When I found out I was pregnant last summer, I resolved to stick with reusable cloth pads for after delivery. There were a variety of reasons for this decision (I had always used disposable pads previously), but the biggest reason … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Cloth Menstrual Pads (Easy Sewing Tutorial)
DIY Natural Decongestant Foot Balm
By contributor Cheyenne Bell I don't know about you guys, but this weather is killing me. Here in Texas we are experiencing the pleasure of going from near-freezing temps to 80 degrees in a matter of days. And it keeps going back and forth like that. Needless to say, mine and my kids' … [Read more...] about DIY Natural Decongestant Foot Balm
DIY Hand Sanitizer with Essential Oils
This simple DIY hand sanitizer tutorial uses the power of essential oils to help keep you happily germ-free! Store bought hand sanitizers are great at killing germs but are full of chemicals. You can make your own DIY hand sanitizer with essential oils that works just as well … [Read more...] about DIY Hand Sanitizer with Essential Oils
Cute & Simple DIY Coasters (with no-sew option!)
By contributor Cheyenne Bell I don't know about you, but coasters are a hot commodity in my house. Not only do we adults need them on a regular basis for hot or sweaty beverages, but my children think they are the BEST. TOYS. EVER. Unfortunately, those pretty, heavy slate-style … [Read more...] about Cute & Simple DIY Coasters (with no-sew option!)
How to Set a Beautiful Holiday Table on a Tight Budget
Post by contributor Molly Kehrer There’s plenty to think about in the holiday season — maybe more than any of us can fully embrace if we’re being completely honest. It’s the most wonderful time of the year and so on… until it becomes the opposite when the physical plans and … [Read more...] about How to Set a Beautiful Holiday Table on a Tight Budget
DIY Herbal Tincture for Immune System Support
This super easy DIY Herbal Tincture for Immune System Support is invaluable in the season of sniffly noses. Boost your family's health with it! Written by Jessica Young Herbs are one of my favorites ways to help build up a healthy immune system. This immune boosting tincture … [Read more...] about DIY Herbal Tincture for Immune System Support