Kathleen | Roots & Boots

How to Freeze Waffle Batter

Did you know it’s possible to freeze waffle batter?  It’s true!  I learned this nifty piece of culinary information while preparing for the arrival of Baby Brother, who is now almost 11 months old.

Before and After: Dated Green Cabinet Goes Farmhouse Chic

I just love the way this project turned out!  Our Farmhouse Chic cabinet began as a bright green 1950’s curio cabinet scored for $75 on Craigslist.

Regain Control of Your Health: The Essential Oils Revolution {Free Online Summit}

People all across the world are scrambling to find natural solutions to their health problems. Of all the “alternative” options, essential oils are currently the hottest trend toward empowering folks to take control of their health. As you know, I’m a huge fan of essential oils, and I’m so excited to tell you about an amazing…

Shakespeare for Children: One Family’s Tale and 3 Recommended Resources

Much Ado About Shakespeare I have always loved Shakespeare.  Who doesn’t?  His words are witty, his characters familiarly flawed, his story lines delightfully convoluted. And so, when our homeschooling book list included selections of the famous poet’s tales for children, I was delighted.  That is, until my poor firstborn son showed signs of difficulty in…

Easy Homemade Crackers with Fava Flour

For a long time, homemade crackers were on the “someday” section of my to-do list.  As in, someday when I have more time. Next, let’s discuss the overabundance of fava bean flour, aka garbanzo bean flour, chickpea flour, besan, that has occupied far more than its fair share of pantry shelf space for entirely too long. Thank…

Sneaky Soaker Wool Pants for Cloth Diapers

It’s no secret that I’ve become a big fan of cloth diapering with wool.  Today I’m excited to tell you about some pretty awesome wool pants we’ve been testing out here at the homestead…

Adjustable Pants for Cloth Diapered Bums

It’s true! These adorable pants for cloth diapers really do fit over those big, fluffy bums. They’re also great over regular disposable diapers.

Affordable Wool Diaper Covers

I may have mentioned this a few times {ahem}, but I’ve become such a big fan of cloth diapering with wool that I can’t stop crowing about it! Seriously–if you have even the teeniest interest in cloth diapering, I highly recommend wool. How I Became a Wool Convert Baby Brother is my third baby, but…

Are Plastic Bottles Safe for Essential Oils?

Is it safe to store essential oils in plastic containers?  It depends. While glass is always the best choice, it may surprise you to learn that certain plastics are typically considered suitable for essential oils.

Overnight Leak Protection: Certified Organic Absorbent Cloth Diapers

Have I mentioned how much we love cloth diapering with wool?  We’re now several months in, and I kind of wish we’d chosen this route from the beginning. Overnight Leak Protection with Absorbent Cloth Diapers  One of the best reasons to use wool diaper covers is for superior overnight leak protection. And superior leak protection starts with superior absorbent…