Living a life based on old fashioned values goes hand in hand with living a simple life. Even then, homesteading is not without stressful situations, but simplifying different aspects of your life will help you feel a lot more calm and collected. You can find some tips to help you live a simple life here, but here's what sticks out to me as the most important: create a routine, de-clutter, pick up as you go, plan your meals, and find productive hobbies. Today, I want to focus on the ... [ Read More ]
4 Things You Should Know Before Homesteading
Homesteading probably means something a little bit different to everyone. I'm sure those who aren't super familiar with the concept probably picture your classic farming family, living on a bunch of land and getting up at the crack of dawn and working the land all day, but the modern homesteader has opened up a lot of other levels of homesteading. It's something that is defined different for everyone, and even if there are some signs that you might be a homesteader, there are some things to keep ... [ Read More ]
Easy DIY Essential Oil Necklace
I'm a huge supporter of using all natural healers instead of turning to over the counter medicine or prescriptions, and because of that I love herbal remedies and, of course, essential oils. While there are a few different ways to use essential oils, I prefer to diffuse them or just inhale them directly, which makes this essential oil necklace the perfect option! Supplies** Metal locket with holes to diffuse (craft stores) Metal neck chain 2 small metal jump rings Metal ... [ Read More ]
The Ultimate Purge Checklist
By now, you guys probably know I am a huge sucker for keeping the house, and in turn my life, pretty organized. One of the easiest way to keep the house tidy is to simply establish a cleaning routine, but if you need an extra kick, check out this 52 week challenge to an organized home. I definitely think that one of the major problems with keeping an organized home in today's world is that people just have way too much stuff! Every few months, or at least 2x a year, I try to make myself go ... [ Read More ]
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
I'm a sucker for hot dishes during the winter, anything from chili, to soup, to delicious and warm dips. Plus, all of those things can usually be made in a crock pot, which makes prep time minimal and the whole process pretty simple. With that being said, with winter in full swing here, I've been on a bit of a dip kick. While I have been experimenting with different dips more and more, my personal favorite remains buffalo chicken dip, so I thought I would share the recipe! Buffalo Chicken ... [ Read More ]
DIY Supplies for the Shower and Bath
I'm a sucker for making your own supplies for around the house because it helps you control what you're putting in the supplies, avoiding gross additives and chemicals, plus tons of mixtures use the same ingredients which makes it a much cheaper alternative! Since we've already talked about some all natural cleaning supplies and all natural items for laundry day, as well as some things to make with coconut oil or lavender flowers, today I wanted to do a roundup of all natural supplies that ... [ Read More ]
10 Different Ways to Use Cucumbers
Cucumbers are pretty easy to grow in your home or garden, and while most people know that they're a vegetable that's really good for you, all of the other benefits often get overlooked. Cucumbers are not only healing foods, they can be used around the house and even in the garden. Check out these 10 different ways you can use cucumbers! 1) Help puffy eyes This one is probably the most well known. Cucumbers are great for hydrating the skin and they help contract blood vessels, which makes it ... [ Read More ]
How to Use Essential Oils Topically
At times, using essential oils can be overwhelming, but with the many natural benefits that they hold it's definitely worth it. If you're just starting a journey with essential oils, you'll need to familiarize yourself with the four common methods of using essential oils, decide which oils you'd like in your starter kit, and then start researching how each oil can benefit your mind and body. Each essential oil has a pretty lengthy list of benefits, and in order to reap each benefit you may ... [ Read More ]
The Importance of Carrier Oils When Using Essential Oils
Starting a journey with essential oils can be, at times, overwhelming. From deciding how you want to use them, deciding what essential oils you'll want in your starter kit, and even how they can benefit your body and mind. A little research and a lot of patience can make your journey with oils a lot less stressful, and I just want to make things easier! There are a few ways you can use essential oils, but one of the most common methods is applying them topically. If you do use that method, ... [ Read More ]