I love creating salves and jellies using things I grow in my own yard. Today I’m sharing 2 great salves using rose petals, mint leaves and pansies. For these two salves, I’m using almond oil, beeswax and shea butter but you can use any mix of basic salve ingredients that you have on hand. Do…
I love creating simple salves for my dry skin using things that I find in my garden. Right now, I have a few rose bushes that are still blooming so I decided to make a super simple rose petal salve this past weekend. This is not a specific recipe as much as an adventure in…
Have you ever wanted to make your own homemade salve? Several years ago I made my first jar of salve and became hooked. There’s something very satisfying about picking flowers in your own garden and turning them into a lotion you can use to calm itchy skin and soothe tired muscles at night. If you…
It’s the middle of summer, and it’s the perfect time to gear up with some essential items that every mom needs to make the most of the season. From comfy shoes for winding down in the evening, convenient ways to keep your phone handy, and ideas to keep everything organized for the family, I’ve got…
Over the past few years, I have really come to enjoy the process of picking wildflowers, herbs, and flowers so that I can create tea, salves, and sprays. There’s just something so satisfying about picking something out of the backyard or from the farm and looking for ways to improve my life. If you are…
Are you looking for a fun project for teacher gifts, Christmas gifts, travelers, or maybe even wedding favors? My friend Leslie has been busy creating some beautiful miniature candle gifts that are perfect for so many different occasions. Here’s a super simple project that lets you share your favorite candle scents and give a personal…
I love using homemade products when I can and have really enjoyed experimenting with salves and skincare products. A few years ago I tried making my own tallow from beef fat and had a lot of learnings before I really had a recipe that I could reproduce with exact measurements. Today I’m ready to share…
I have been wanting to grow things in a greenhouse for a long time and this weekend, my family bought me a small starter greenhouse for my birthday! I’m sure there will be some absolute flops but am also hoping to enjoy some great successes. Join me as I begin this greenhouse experiment and let’s…