With all the uses I put my diffusers through, they definitely need a good cleaning every once in awhile, but I didn't always know how to best clean them out. Sure, I can wipe down the outside surfaces to remove dust, and clean the inside of grime and hard water residue, but how does one... Continue Reading →
The bleak winter season makes me crave all things cozy and inviting, including fragrances. While I enjoy filling my home with festive scents, I don't love the toxic ingredients found within air fresheners and candles. It's so easy to light Christmas candles and achieve that comfortable vibe, but did you know that synthetic fragrances are... Continue Reading →
Autumn is here. Summer has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean our homes must become dreary and lifeless! Pot Pourris (simmer pots) are some of the best ways to fill a home with wonderful and safe fragrances. I even made a Christmas Pot Pourri Recipe if you’re interested in that during the coming holidays. It’s so... Continue Reading →
Mid-winter is here. The holidays have come and gone, but that doesn't mean our homes must become dreary and lifeless like the outside world seems to be! Pot Pourris are some of the best ways to fill a home with wonderful and safe fragrances. I even made a Christmas Pot Pourri Recipe if you're interested... Continue Reading →
I've spent the past 3 years progressively switching the chemical cleaners out of my house for safer, more natural options. I've already switched to products like Toilet Bowl Cleaner, DIY Natural All Purpose House Cleaner, DIY All Natural Linen Spray, DIY Non-Toxic Dusting Spray, and so much more. Glass cleaner was next on my list!... Continue Reading →
Winter temperatures are here and Christmas is oh-so-close. It is the time of year when we all crave the warmth and comfort of home. Making home a cozy and inviting space relies heavily on good smells. It's so easy to light Christmas candles and achieve that comfortable vibe, but did you know that synthetic fragrances... Continue Reading →
We all enjoy fresh smelling room! Febreeze makes it so easy to get a nice scent with very minimal effort. But did you know that many of those air freshening bottles at the grocery store are filled with toxic chemicals that are terrible for breathing in? Unfortunately, it's true. So many of the products we... Continue Reading →
Making my own home cleaners and various products has given me more peace of mind and also saved me some pennies! The great thing about DIY home products is that they usually use a lot of the same basic ingredients. This powder laundry detergent only requires three ingredients (and you can find them at your... Continue Reading →
Cast iron is an old fashioned kitchen tool that I implemented into my cooking last year. I'm still new to the whole system, but a year of use will teach you a lot! I really struggled to get a proper seasoning on my skillet when I first began cooking with it. I made mistakes like... Continue Reading →
As I continue towards ridding my home of as many harsh chemicals as possible, dish soap is next on the list. I began using a toxic-free all purpose cleaner a few years ago and still find it extremely effective! I then like to freshen up any linens with my natural linen spray and remove any... Continue Reading →