Well, another Christmas has come and gone. The presents have all been opened, the ham cooked, and the extended relatives have come and gone. Have you taken down your decorations yet? I know mine are coming down today when I get a moment, but as always, that leaves the same questions hundreds of people are asking: what do you do with a live Christmas tree after Christmas? How do you recycle a live Christmas tree? Don't worry—you're not the only one scratching their head, but there are way more ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Simmer Pot Recipes
I want to start by wishing you all a Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays! I hope you all are able to enjoy time with your families and stay safe! Since it is Christmas, and as a continuation for some natural ways to keep your house smelling great and essential oil blends for winter, today I just want to share a few simmer pot recipes that will make your house smell all festive and Christmas-y! Orange 5 - 8 cups of water 3 - 5 cinnamon sticks 1 - 3 orange peels / 10 - 15 drops of ... [ Read More ]
How to Make Your Own Eggnog
With Christmas just around the corner, holiday festivities are already in full swing and so is my seasonal cheer! While there are a lot of things I love about the Christmas season, seasonal treats like hot cocoa and eggnog are pretty high on the list. Growing up, we always just bought our eggnog from the store. It was coincidental that I even stumbled upon homemade eggnog, but the first time I tried it I knew I would never buy it from the store again! So, today I'd like to share with you a ... [ Read More ]
A Winter Guide for Essential Oil Blends
I still can't believe it's December, but regardless, winter is creeping in! 'Tis the season for giving and joy, but lets not forget wonderful Christmas smells! Rather than overspending on candles and scentsy's like I have in years past, now my essential oil diffusers is responsible for keeping my house smelling great! So, as a follow up to the fall guide for essential oil blends, I thought I would share with you guys my favorite essential oil mixtures for winter and Christmas. Not only will ... [ Read More ]
Tips for Extending the Life of a Live Christmas Tree
Growing up, we always had real, live Christmas trees. Some years we actually just went out and cut down a tree from our land while others we actually bought a live tree from the local store. Regardless, live trees are, in my opinion, far better than fake ones. There's just something about that smell and look that make live trees better than artificial ones. However, those live trees can be a bit more of a hassle and a bit more work. Fortunately, there are some hacks to ensure that your live ... [ Read More ]
25 Days of Christmas on a Budget
December is almost here! If it's anything like the rest of the year, this month will fly by and Christmas will be here before you know it. I know that Christmas expenses can add up pretty fast, with gift giving, the meal, and decorating. So, today I want to talk about 25 Christmas activities that you can do on a budget. Obviously, you don't need to do all of these activities to have a memorable Christmas, but with 25 options there should be something that fits the needs of both your family ... [ Read More ]
Christmas Leftover Ideas
The presents have been opened and exclaimed over, the guests are gone and the dinner is over, and the host of the most wonderful time of the year is sometimes left with a ridiculous amount of leftovers. If you find yourself in this boat, don't fret! There are tons of things you can do with your Christmas leftovers, and with a little ingenuity, no one will guess that they're actually eating leftovers! Some of the recipes even will use more than one ingredient, depending on what you made for ... [ Read More ]
Merry Christmas!
Well, we're only a day away from Christmas! Is your family chomping at the bit to open presents yet? I know mine is. I just wanted to wish everyone a wonderful old-fashioned Christmas full of laughter, smiles and great food! Be sure to check back after Christmas for some ideas on what to do with the mountain of Christmas dinner leftovers you'll probably have left! ... [ Read More ]
Melted Snowman Ornament DIY
I know Christmas is almost here, but I wanted to do one last craft post before the big day arrives! These adorable little guys spent way too much time enjoying all of the sunshine we've been getting down here but even melted, they're awfully cute! Here's what you'll need to make one of these ornaments for yourself: Clear plastic or glass ornament - you can buy these at most craft stores around the holidays 1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar or salt 2 - 3 T white glitter funnel that fits your ... [ Read More ]