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The Vinegar Myth: Vinegar as a Natural Cleaner Dos and Don'ts 1

The Vinegar Myth: Vinegar as a Natural Cleaner Dos and Don’ts

April 27, 2018     Keeper of the Home

There are some myths surrounding vinegar as a natural cleaner, so we wanted to be sure to educate you about it. Read on…and chime in with YOUR favorite natural cleaners!

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Category: Homemade & DIY

20 Holiday Essential Oil Diffuser Recipes 3

20 Holiday Essential Oil Diffuser Recipes

December 15, 2017     Keeper of the Home

This time of year, the sense of home and holiday cheer is SO tied in with the smells of the season. We’ve found some聽holiday essential oil diffuser recipes and more. That pumpkin pie baking in the oven… The smell of hot cocoa rising from your mug after a hike through the snow…. That fresh Christmas …

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Category: Homemade & DIY

How To Use a Shampoo Bar (and why you need to) 7

How To Use a Shampoo Bar (and why you need to)

October 17, 2017     Keeper of the Home

Learning how to use a shampoo bar (and why you need to) was so exciting and it’s because I didn’t really know what to expect or how it would work. I’m so grateful to have found such a natural product from Skinny & Co. that makes my hair healthy and happy! You have to try it, if not for you, at least do it for your hair. 馃檪

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Category: Homemade & DIY

The Great Pumpkin: 5 Ways to Enjoy the Season with Real Pumpkins 6

The Great Pumpkin: 5 Ways to Enjoy the Season with Real Pumpkins

October 10, 2017     Keeper of the Home

One of our favorite Fall traditions is picking out pumpkins for each family member. Over the years we’ve found some creative ways to display and enjoy the beautiful, colorful, and healthy pumpkin. Cheers to all-things-pumpkin!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Recipes

4 DIY All-Natural Facial Cleansers 1

4 DIY All-Natural Facial Cleansers

September 22, 2017     Keeper of the Home

Are you on the path to a natural, toxin-free, and healthy lifestyle? If so, we thought these amazing DIY all-natural facial cleanser recipes would be a great place to start. We all have to start somewhere, right, so why not start with our facial cleansing routine (think: Glowing Skin, YAY)? Plus, it’s super easy! 馃檪

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Category: Homemade & DIY

Using Essential Oils for Back to School Stress

September 1, 2017     Keeper of the Home

Need help getting through the back to school season (and the school year)? Just looking for some tips to help you and the kiddos stay stress-free and healthy this year? Here are some awesome tips that will help you and your family stay sane during the school year! YAY 馃檪

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Category: Family Life, Homemade & DIY, Natural Living, Natural Remedies

This is a guide that will help you learn how to use tea tree oil around your home and beyond. We've also included some handy recipes to help you.

How to Use Tea Tree Oil (and Some Favorite Recipes)

May 15, 2017     Keeper of the Home

This is a guide that will help you learn how to use tea tree oil around your home and beyond. We’ve also included some handy recipes to help you.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living, Natural Remedies

Healthy Creme Br没l茅e Recipe + Video #DIYFriday 5

Healthy Creme Br没l茅e Recipe + Video #DIYFriday

February 3, 2017     Keeper of the Home

This healthy creme br没l茅e recipe is perfect for a night for two or even for the whole family. The recipe is included below, as is a video to demonstrate just how easy it is.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Recipes

These 8 DIY recipes for homemade kitchen cleaners are free of harmful chemicals but will still do the dirty work of ridding your kitchen of bacteria and germs.

8 Must-Have Homemade Kitchen Cleaners

January 23, 2017     Keeper of the Home

Looking for homemade kitchen cleaners that are free of harmful chemicals but can still rid your kitchen of bacteria and germs? Here are 8 DIY recipes!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking

The Ultimate Guide to Homemade All-Natural Cleaning Recipes 10

The Ultimate Guide to Homemade All-Natural Cleaning Recipes

January 16, 2017     Keeper of the Home

These homemade all-natural cleaning recipes will help you save money and avoid the nasty chemicals so often found in common cleaning products.

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This crustless quiche recipe makes the kind of meal that you can vary with different meats and veggies, depending on what's in your fridge. I tend to throw it in the pan as we are getting the kids ready for school in the mornings, but it could be a great dinner option too!

Crustless Quiche Recipe for a Nutrient Rich Meal #DIYFriday

October 7, 2016     Keeper of the Home

This crustless quiche recipe makes for a tasty, nutrient-dense, and protein-packed meal. It’s the kind of meal that you can vary and enjoy anytime!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Real Food, Recipes

How to Make Your Own Natural Makeup #DIYFriday (with Video) 11

How to Make Your Own Natural Makeup (with Video)

September 9, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Not so long ago, I discovered that you can make your own natural makeup at home. As it turns out, it’s not even that hard: it’s a DIY project that turns into a fun girls’ day for us. We are using mica powder, zinc oxide, and activated charcoal to make our own natural mascara, lip tints, and powders. Basically they are ground minerals that are naturally occurring in the earth. The bonus is that minerals can be beneficial to your skin.

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Category: Homemade & DIY

How to Make Your Own Herbal Bath Tea: Sleepy Time Recipe

How to Make Your Own Herbal Bath Tea: Sleepy Time Recipe

September 1, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Here’s how to make your own herbal bath tea. Herbal bathing with this recipe is perfect to help you relax so you can get to sleep easier (and stay asleep).

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Real Food, Recipes

Learn to make essential oil roller bottles with these DIY tips and tricks.

How to Make Essential Oil Roller Bottles #DIYFriday (with Video)

August 19, 2016     Keeper of the Home

I’m often asked how I make essential oil roller bottles (which people call “potions” or “mixes” just as often). Here are tips so that you can make your own!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living

How to Make Natural Lip Balm (with Video) #DIYFriday 10

How to Make Natural Lip Balm (with Video) #DIYFriday

August 5, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Ever make your own lip balm? One of my favorite ways to get great all natural lip balm is to make it myself…and thanks to the kit I discovered, that’s easier than ever.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living

How to Treat and Prevent Bug Bites Naturally #DIYFriday 4

How to Treat and Prevent Bug Bites Naturally #DIYFriday

June 24, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Yes, you can avoid the nasty chemicals and treat and prevent bug bits naturally. Here’s how…and it’s not as hard as you might think!

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Category: Family Life, Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living

See How Easily You Can Make Father's Day Great for Your Hubby #DIYFriday 12

See How Easily You Can Make Father’s Day Great for Your Hubby #DIYFriday

June 10, 2016     Keeper of the Home

It’s easy to make Father’s Day great for your hubby…here’s how our family is going to surprise my husband with a gift that he’s sure to remember.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking

Make Your Own Healthy Homemade Salad Dressing #DIYFriday 10

Make Your Own Healthy Homemade Salad Dressing #DIYFriday

May 27, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Have you always wanted to make your own healthy homemade salad dressing? It’s as easy as 1-2-3 with this recipe for raspberry vinaigrette (plus 9 others).

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Real Food, Recipes

Make Your Own Herbal Vitamin and Mineral Tincture 15

How to Make an Herbal Tincture #DIYFriday

May 13, 2016     Keeper of the Home

If you’ve ever wondered how to make an herbal tincture, then this tutorial is for you! It’s easy to do and you may gain a new appreciation for tinctures.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Natural Living, Natural Remedies, Real Food, Recipes

Here are a few options for how to flavor milk kefir once you've cultured it.

How to Flavor Milk Kefir

May 12, 2016     Keeper of the Home

There a number of different ways to flavor milk kefir: blending it with fruit, blending it with spices, and using it as a base for other foods, like salad dressings or chilled soup, which is common in Eastern European cuisine.

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living, Real Food, Recipes

Homemade Dryer Sheets

How to Make Your Own Homemade Natural Cleaners #DIYFriday

April 29, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Here are a few of my favorite recipes for homemade natural cleaners. They’re quick and easy and SAFE for your family!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Homemaking, Natural Living

How to Make Your Own Sunscreen #DIYFriday 5

How to Make Your Own Sunscreen #DIYFriday

April 15, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Here’s how you can make your own sunscreen…and have it as a safe, healthy, all natural alternative to what’s sold in stores.

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Category: Homemade & DIY

Strawberry Salsa: Delicious Nutrition in Every Bite

Strawberry Salsa: Delicious Nutrition in Every Bite

April 7, 2016     Keeper of the Home

Strawberry salsa is a healthy and nutritious…and let’s not forget nutritious!…way to celebrate the dearth of strawberries this time of year. Enjoy!

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Category: Homemade & DIY, Real Food, Recipes

How to Make Your Own Natural Skin Care Products #DIYFriday 1

How to Make Your Own Natural Skin Care Products

April 1, 2016     Keeper of the Home

It’s easy to make your own natural skin care products and it’s also better for you. This will get you started with the basics and a few recipes.

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Category: Homemade & DIY

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