Have you ever done the castile soap squint? You know, the face you make when you try to get some liquid castile soap out of a hand pump, only it squirts you in the eye instead? I LOVE castile soap for so many reasons. It's gentle enough to be used in homemade body wash, yet powerful enough to make sinks, counters and tubs shine. Unlike most [...] Continue Reading
Archives for June 2016
Homemade Roll-On Deodorant
Forget quizzes about which Muppet you are, do you know your deodorant personality? Because, yeah, it's a real thing. For example, is your chemistry compatible with baking soda-based formulas, or does it cause you to break out in a rash? Do you prefer a moisturizing base or something oil-free that won't leave stains on snug fitting clothing? If [...] Continue Reading
Adaptogen Chai Tea Recipe
Have you ever tried to turn your backyard shed into Snow White's cottage, dressed yourself in your mother's billowy graduation gown and gone out to gather "medicine," not having the slightest clue what you were looking for? Yeah, me neither. Okay fine, GUILTY GUILTY GUILTY. I was seven, so no laughing mmkay? Fast forward to today and [...] Continue Reading
3 Ingredient Coconut Pineapple Popsicles
Remember when I told you about grown-up ice cream vs. adult ice cream, and the need to label beauty products that are kept in the fridge? (Lotion may look like mayo, but it does NOT taste like it!) Well, you won't need those tips today. Though they taste like creamy piña colada, these homemade pineapple popsicles don't contain any rum. [...] Continue Reading
How To Make Wool Dryer Balls
Have you met the Laundry Fairy? I have, but at my house all she does is steal socks, spill my homemade laundry detergent and dump loose change everywhere. Since she doesn't actually do laundry, I have to find ways to keep things interesting all by myself. Set up message board for all the socks seeking sole mates? Check! Wash [...] Continue Reading
Coconut Blueberry Popsicle Recipe
Like these strawberry mint popsicles, these cool and creamy blueberry coconut milk popsicles make a healthy and tasty summertime treat. And on top of that, they are so simple to make that they only take a blender and five minutes! Simple Coconut Milk Popsicles Coconut milk is naturally slightly sweet and creamy and contains a [...] Continue Reading