Dirty floors. We all have them. We all loathe them. We all clean them. All. The. Time. With so many “natural” floor cleaner options out there, it is hard to know which really is the best. While it might seem convenient to just grab a bottle of natural floor cleaner from the store or off Amazon, I assure you that if you take 5 minutes to make … [Read more...]
Green Living
How To Get Rid Of Cockroaches For Good
I promise you that I will share EXACTLY what I did to get rid of insane amounts of cockroaches for good. But before I do, I have to share the backstory because it not only sets the stage for my cockroach killing approach but it is just too good of a story not to tell. November 2015 – I was in a huge panic as I had to find a new place to live and … [Read more...]
Three Companies To Support This Holiday Season {Plus An Awesome Giveaway}
Tis’ the season to be bombarded by “holiday shopping guides.” It seems that every five seconds a new blog post comes out highlighting all the must-haves and essential gifts. I admit, I may have written a few of these myself back in the day. This year, I decided that I wanted to highlight three companies to support this holiday season. Why? Simply … [Read more...]
What Is The Difference Between The Different Brands Of Mattress Toppers?
If you want to make your mattress a little more comfortable to sleep on, or lengthen the life of a mattress that has perhaps seen better days, then using a mattress topper is a good way to do it. There are many different types of mattress topper and you may be wondering what is the best brand of mattress topper, and what is the difference between … [Read more...]
All Natural Spring Cleaning Guide
It's that time of year again when I start getting that bug to clean everything. We are not snow and cold weather people, so in the winter we stay inside a lot and keep all the windows and doors closed. When the sun starts shining and the flowers start blooming, it makes me just want to burst into song and throw open all the windows and … [Read more...]
This DIY Fabric Softener Will Change The Way You Do Laundry
About a year ago I moved to the desert and traded the nice, soft water I had known all my life for some of the hardest water I had even experienced. It was a shock to say the least. I had no clue what I was getting into and just how much havoc hard water would reap. My hair suffered horribly but with a lot of trial and error I got that under … [Read more...]
Coconut Oil Furniture Polish Recipe
This is quite possibly the shortest, most succinct post I have ever written. But I sort of had to write it. Why you ask? Because I get lots of emails asking me about coconut oil furniture polish. More specifically - how I use coconut oil to polish my furniture. I basically use it one of two ways. First I dust the furniture. Then I grab a soft … [Read more...]
Aromatherapy 101- Blending Essential Oils
In the first post of this series on the fundamentals of using essential oils for aromatherapy, I focused on how to use essential oils safely and touched on a few of the controversies and misinformation that exists around this healing modality. If you haven’t yet read Part 1, you can do so here. I’d now like to shift into talking about blending … [Read more...]
My 10 Favorite Morrocco Method Product Hacks
Living a “green” natural lifestyle isn’t always easy on the wallet. I’ve always been irked by how darn expensive “healthy” is. True, you can argue that spending money on the front end will save you medical bills on the back end but it doesn’t always make it any easier to find room in the budget for truly healthful products. This is why I LOVE it … [Read more...]
The Danger Lurking Behind the Aromatic Smell of Scented Candles
From department stores to specialty boutiques, scented candles are everywhere. In fact, chances are good that you have several in your own home, whether for use or decoration. That’s why the next statement may come as a big shock. Due to a number of toxins in candles, not only are there health risks associated with burning scented candles, but they … [Read more...]
Are You Looking For Quality Products Without Harmful Chemicals? (Giveaway)
So you have one of those children. You know the type. EVERYTHING must be taste tested. Check – this carpet tastes great mom. Check – the widow tastes fresh and clean. Check – the toilet seat has a slightly bitter yet palatable taste today. I had one of those. She never stuck things into light sockets, she didn’t smear poop on the walls, and I … [Read more...]
The Optimum Oven- How to Choose a New Cooker
Dealing with an oven that is past its prime can be an extremely frustrating experience, causing the inconsistent cooking that ruins recipe after recipe. If your oven is on its last legs after years of faithful service, it may be time to consider a new one, and choosing the right oven for your kitchen involves considering a few basic … [Read more...]
How to Create a Butterfly, Bird and Bee-Terrific Garden
When planning a vegetable garden most people focus on which vegetables to grow. However, they totally forget about drawing in bees and butterflies to help pollinate the garden and birds for pest control. Over the years, I added many perennials and flowers to my garden. I am amazed each year at the number of birds, bees, and butterflies that … [Read more...]
Natural Ways To Clean and Remove Mold
So you have a little surface mold and you want to kiss it goodbye! This is typically not a problem so long as it is just a little bit of mold (like bathroom mold) and not some crazy toxic mold infestation like we had. If you are dealing with a major, large scale mold issue, this post will not solve your problems. And remember, this is only good for … [Read more...]
Natural Pest Control For Silverfish
Silverfish. No, not a fish that is silver. The other kind. The insect variety. Annoying little critters that scamper out of the pages of your favorite book, giving you a bit of a scare. They also like warm places such as beds, ovens, clothes dryers, and fireplaces. They live on dry starchy “pantry” foods as well as certain glues (most … [Read more...]
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