By contributing writer Christie Warren I am a huge fan of Christmas, as I'm sure a lot of you are as well. I also love to give gifts to others...to thoughtfully consider something they would appreciate, to anticipate their smile, to try and show them they are loved...so much fun! And … [Read more...] about 8 Awesome DIY Christmas Gifts for Under Ten Bucks
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DIY Hydrating Electrolyte Drink
Post by contributor Erin of Home & Grace Baseball field. Church. Theater. London underground. Budapest airport. What do these places have in common? I've passed out at all of them because of dehydration. I also passed out at a concert venue that moonlighted as a strip club … [Read more...] about DIY Hydrating Electrolyte Drink
DIY Cloth Baby Wipes
These two-layer cloth baby wipes are super easy to sew for a quick beginner project. I only have very basic sewing skills so if I can do this, so can you! Originally written by Erin Long in 2015, updated by R&H in 2021. When I found out I was (surprise!) pregnant with my … [Read more...] about DIY Cloth Baby Wipes
DIY Scrub and Lotion for Keratosis Pilaris (“Chicken Skin”)
Guest post by Cheyenne Bell of Girl v. The World As a girl, I remember being dismayed by the appearance of small white bumps that appeared on the back of my arms and wouldn't go away for anything. At the time, I didn't know what it was, but now I know I was battling keratosis … [Read more...] about DIY Scrub and Lotion for Keratosis Pilaris (“Chicken Skin”)
DIY Calendula-Infused Shea Butter Salve
Guest post by Virginia Miner Long ago I parted ways with most store-bought lotion and baby products, and this salve does the job of many products quite nicely. This shea butter-based lotion is infused with the incredible properties of the plantain and calendula plants, and is … [Read more...] about DIY Calendula-Infused Shea Butter Salve
DIY Gratitude Tree (Quick & Easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece)
Dearest internets, I didn't really want to write this post, to be honest. It's such a plain and simple idea, and I'm sure it's been done before, blah blah, etc. Also, heaven forbid I do anything cliche or trendy. (INFP problems, dudes. The struggle is so real.) Well, I hemmed and … [Read more...] about DIY Gratitude Tree (Quick & Easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece)
DIY Peppermint Sugar Scrub
I believe that there’s a little Martha Stewart in all of us. Sure we have those days where simply getting dressed in the morning is a major accomplishment. For those in the baby stage of life getting dressed in the morning is definitely a major accomplishment. And 5,000 brownie points … [Read more...] about DIY Peppermint Sugar Scrub
DIY Natural Eyeliner
Post by contributor, Kathleen of Becoming Peculiar Several years ago, I started transitioning away from using toxic, commercial products on my body and in my home, replacing them with simpler, safer, more natural -- usually homemade -- options. I quit using shampoo in favour of a … [Read more...] about DIY Natural Eyeliner
Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner
Today is the first day of absolutely gorgeous spring weather. It's going to be a high of 9 C/48 F, and the sun is just beaming through every window proudly. I also spotted the first tulips and daffodils breaking through the dirt in the front flower bed, and so of course, we did The … [Read more...] about Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner