The bugs are out in full force now. At my dads memorial, I opted to cheat and grab some premade bug spray to only discover I had an allergic reaction to it. So instead of avoiding a few bug bites I ended up itching and stinging from head to toe. I learned a valuable lesson that night bout taking short cuts when you have sensitivity issues. So I whipped up a homemade bug spray to get us through the ...
Crafts and DIY
Summer Crafts For Kids
Summer is here and it's time to take the kids outside and get a little (or a lot) messy. I love when it is warm enough to take the kids outside and do the fun stuff I avoid during the winter to keep from the house being destroyed. Summer is also the perfect time for themed crafts that can go along with reading and trips to the beach for a fun multi-sensory opportunity. These fun summer crafts for ...
Pink Lemonade Sugar Scrub Recipe: All-Natural
I love sugar scrubs in the summer to keep my skin soft. I love the coffee sugar scrub I make but sometimes I am in a more summer mood and this pink lemonade sugar scrub recipe is perfect for a hot summer day. Because it doesn't use any essential oils this is perfectly safe to use in the shower before going out into the sun. The sugar and lemon juice work together to both preserve the DIY sugar ...
Homemade Silly Putty
I remember when I was a little girl my grandmother gave me a little plastic egg full of the firm squishy stretchy silly putty. I would play for hours rolling it across newspaper to make the print transfer and squeezing it in class when I was bored in class. It has even been handy for calming sensory overload. Around here sensory play is everything. The kids can't get enough of homemade sensory ...
3 Healthy Home Improvements You Should Tackle This Spring
Whether you're trying to sell your home this year or you just want to make a few upgrades, there are a few essential home improvement options that can put you on the path to success. Now, more than ever, homeowners hope to incorporate environmental responsibility and personal health into every aspect of their home. Here are some of the best home improvements to make this year when you want to ...
A Simple Guide To Building A Retaining Wall For Your Garden
The primary purpose of a retaining wall is to control the erosion of soil on your property. Left unchecked, the soil could be washed away or accumulate against the side of your home, which can both result in serious issues. Retaining walls are largely used for aesthetic purposes today, as you can customize the materials used to build them to fit your landscaping. Combined with building up your ...