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My Favorite Things: Natural Recommendations for Your Home

by on Apr 25, 2012 in natural & green

I frequently get asked, “what’s your favorite natural detergent? what’s your recommendations for cloth diapers? What homemade products do you still make and use?” Since I have been experimenting and reviewing various natural products for the last several years since I began my own journey to sustainable living, I have certainly bought, sampled, liked and [...]

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Willow Store Giveaway: Wool Dryer Balls

by on Mar 26, 2011 in natural & green, news & giveaways

I was thrilled to be recently introduced to the Willow Store, a environmentally friendly online store founded by a fellow mom in 2005 who was desirous of supplying women with natural reusable feminine care products that were sustainable as well as comfortable. Since their founding, they have expanded to include natural child care, including their [...]

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Frugal & Natural Christmas Decor

by on Nov 30, 2010 in frugal & simple, making a home, natural & green

This post is written by contributing writer, Michele Augur. Decorating with found items is both frugal and beautiful! As we bring in items found on walks, our family savors the scents and colors of the season. I honestly don’t spend a lot of time decorating (and I’m certainly not trained in floral design!), but it [...]

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Homemade Natural Chapstick

by on Nov 17, 2010 in natural & green, recipes & kitchen tips

I frequently experience dry and chapped lips and often use chapstick as a means of solving the dryness and providing me with moisture and comfort to my lips. Today, I want to share with you a simple tutorial on how to make your own chapstick with 3 completely natural ingredients. They happen to be my [...]

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Natural Homemade Mascara

by on Nov 01, 2010 in frugal & simple, natural & green

Post written by contributing writer, Michele Augur. After using activated charcoal as a natural pimple remedy (moisten your face, and dab a little as a “mask” onto the spot; leave on for 15-20 min, then wash off), I realized that it could also work as a natural, inexpensive mascara option! I have purchased the Aloe [...]

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Safe & Frugal Shower Curtain Options

by 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 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 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 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 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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