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Safe & Frugal Shower Curtain Options

by Lindsay on Sep 03, 2010 in natural & green

Have you ever sensed that stench from a new shower curtain liner that invades your bathroom? This smell is PVC plastic (#3 plastic) that out gases toxic odors that you really want to avoid if all possible. Studies have shown that these vinyl curtains contain high concentrations of chemicals that are linked to liver damage [...]

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Homemade Calendula Salve

by Michele on Sep 01, 2010 in frugal & simple, health & nutrition, learning at home, natural & green

Nearing the end of summer, my herb garden is ready for harvest! This post is written by contributing writer, Michele. A homemade Calendula Salve is a staple in my homemade remedies box. It is the perfect treatment for chapped hands and faces (such as from winter winds, gardening, or babies’ teething drool), soothing little ones’ [...]

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My Simple & Natural Housecleaning Routine

by Lindsay on Aug 04, 2010 in frugal & simple, natural & green

Photo credit As I have pursued the art of learning how to maintain my home simply and naturally, my methods have changed and adapted to the seasons of life. I started out with the all frugal natural method of vinegar for most housecleaning, but found I didn’t care for the way the homemade concoctions always [...]

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Natural Thrush Remedies for Breastfeeding

by Michele on Aug 02, 2010 in bellies & babies, natural & green

Photo Credit Thrush (yeast) is a common issue for breastfeeding mamas and new babies. You may notice symptoms such as white spots in baby’s mouth, and painful nursing. When my little boy began presenting early thrush symptoms when he was a couple months old, my doctor guided me to some natural and inexpensive remedies instead [...]

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Top 10 Recycling Habits from a New Perspective

by Lindsay on Jul 28, 2010 in natural & green

I came across these 10 recycling habits written by my friend, Ryan, and I wanted to share it with you all. He granted me permission to share it with you all. Some of the ideas may not be new, but may this challenge refresh and encourage you to keep up the work! Thanks Ryan! You [...]

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Plan a Declutter Party!

by Michele on Jul 19, 2010 in frugal & simple, making a home, natural & green

Photo Credit Summer is a great time for visiting with friends, as well as tackling projects around your home. Combine the two, and invite your friends for a “Declutter Party!” A “Declutter Party” is a wonderful opportunity to simplify your home by clearing out unnecessary items, as well as providing a frugal option for obtaining [...]

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Primer on Essential Oils & Giveaway!

by Lindsay on Jun 22, 2010 in natural & green, news & giveaways

This guest post is brought to you by Jenni of Dr Mom Essentials. Jenni blogs at Dr. Mom Essentials and describes herself as a do-it-yourself, mom of six adventurous, but generally healthy kids who seem to keep her well supplied with a continual variety of minor medical dilemmas. She has a master herbalist degree and [...]

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Green & Simple Birthday Parties for Kids

by Lindsay on Jun 18, 2010 in building the family, frugal & simple, natural & green

Carina asked: I was wondering if you have any tips for a frugal, eco-conscious birthday party for a baby.  I thought that would be a great discussion topic, and since your kids are older than mine, you might have some good ideas! Birthday parties can definitely be a source of great waste from wrapping paper, [...]

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Stainless Steel Scrubber: A New Favorite Tool

by Lindsay on Apr 09, 2010 in frugal & simple, natural & green

For the past few years in my pursuit of natural living, I have been stumped by the ever increasing toilet bowl ring stains and water/soap scum buildup in my shower. Natural cleaners just were not working real effectively for me for these issues (and I tried vinegar, oxygen bleach, hydrogen peroxide, etc). I wanted to [...]

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Safe Children’s Tableware

by Lindsay on Mar 25, 2010 in natural & green

Plastic is all around us.  It forms much of the packaging for our food and drink.  For many, it can be found in every room of our homes, from clothing, toys, computers, phones, appliances, and so forth. It is a useful, versatile, lightweight, durable invention. But there remain several harmful consequences to the unleashing of [...]

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