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Homemade Match Jar

This minimalist, homemade match jar makes a great gift, especially when paired with a homemade beeswax candle. Easy to make with just a few supplies, this adorable match jar costs much less than premade versions available for purchase.

How to Make Butter from Raw Milk

The first time I tried it, I couldn’t believe how easy it was to make butter from raw milk.

DIY Sashiko Fabric Mending

Sashiko fabric mending may seem complicated or even exotic, but it’s really quite simple.

Essential Oil Recipes for Diffusing

Looking for solid essential oil recipes for diffusing? The sky’s the limit when it comes to possible combinations, but I’m sharing a few ideas to get you started.

8 Tips for Switching to Cloth Napkins

Apparently, cloth napkins evoke strong reactions. Who knew?

DIY Carpet Freshener with Essential Oils

When your family gets food poisoning the day before your house goes on the market, which is the same day the realtor arrives to photograph the house and a random prospective buyer stops by for a tour, it’s DIY carpet freshener to the rescue!

The Best Way to Get Rid of Ants Naturally

Got ants? Try this easy homemade spray. It’s the best way to get rid of ants naturally!

3 Essential Oils to Boost Your Laundry Routine

How would you like to get clean, fresh smelling laundry without any toxins? Yes, please.

4 Nontoxic Ways to Get Rid of Laundry Static

As much as I love my wool dryer balls, I must admit they do not get rid of laundry static as I hoped they would. Since I will never ever ever ever ever go back to toxic dryer sheets, I needed a natural solution for static cling in the dryer.