Kathleen | Roots & Boots, Author at Roots & Boots

My Capsule Wardrobe Project

After downright scorning the idea of a capsule wardrobe for a few years and then slightly toying with it for several years more, I finally did it: I conducted a brutal closet purge, then identified the exact types of pieces needed to fill in the gaps and shopped for only those items. My capsule wardrobe…

8 Ways to Diffuse Essential Oils without a Diffuser

A personal wellness goal for myself over the past year has been to diffuse essential oils more regularly. We definitely run our diffusers when immune systems need a little extra support, but I’m trying to get into the habit of diffusing essential oils on a daily basis–for energy, concentration, stress reduction, seasonal scents, and more. Plus, I…

Almond Flour Bacon Biscuits

These biscuits are amazingly simple and amazingly delicious!

DIY Essential Oil Inhaler

A personal DIY Essential Oil Inhaler is a great way to access oils aromatically on the go. A cinch to make, they’re safe for kids and grownups alike. Perfect for use in the car, at work, or at school. Stash one in a purse, backpack, desk drawer, or wherever you need it most!

My Revolutionary Meal Planning System

I truly believe that the habit of creating a weekly meal plan is critical to saving time, money, health and sanity in the kitchen. This new system has revolutionized my meal planning, and you won’t believe how simple it was to implement.

How to Keep the Love Alive (It’s not what you think)

Marriage is not always easy, but you probably don’t need me to tell you that. 12-and-a-half years of marriage don’t make me an expert, but

Essential Oil Gargle Recipe for Irritated Throats

Any time my throat starts to feel a little irritated, I use this simple Essential Oil Gargle Recipe for Irritated Throats. I swear by it!

17 DIY Essential Oil Gifts

I’m a big fan of handmade gifts! The useful kind, not the tacky hand crocheted sweater or macrame wall hanging kind. I’ve rounded up 17 of my favorite DIY Essential Oil Gifts, plus a few bonus gifts that don’t require essential oils. Cost effective, simple to make, and completely safe and nontoxic, these gifts can apply to…

6 Handy Kitchen Tools

When you spend lots of time in the kitchen, any tool that saves time is a winner in my book. And while I’ve seen many kitchens smaller than mine, my own culinary storage space is not particularly roomy. Any tools that take up room in a drawer or cupboard had better earn their keep! With this in mind, I present to you six…