Delicious and luxurious body scrubs shouldn't require taking out a small loan or even making a trip to the mall for that matter- just a trip to the pantry. With fall nearly at the door Pumpkin Spice is the perfect scent to use as a base for this decadent Pumpkin Spice Body Scrub. Not only are homemade sugar scrubs inexpensive but they are easy to make and have so many benefits for your skin. ...
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Lemon Lavender Foot Scrub
Lemon and Lavender are one of my favorite essential oil combinations - fresh, bright, and clean, this Lemon Lavender Foot Scrub is a favorite for that reason. They are especially fitting for springtime when I want all the scents around me to be light and just slightly floral. This scrub was a concoction I put together while experimenting with some of my favorite bath and body diy ingredients - ...
Free Valentine's Day Word Search Printable For Kids
I love this Valentine's Day word search printable as a great fun way to have the Wee Child do something educational and fun around a holiday we love. I try to keep our homeschool classroom fun and easy. Not to be without challenge, but to be a way he can learn without feeling forced to do things he hates. Vocabulary and spelling can often be drudgery to him, but word searches are always a hit. ...
Homemade Sunscreen
It is officially warming up for summer and this Homemade Sunscreen is a must in our beach bags! It is only going to get sunnier and therefore hotter from here on out. But we will be outdoors anyway, right? Gardening, at the beach, park, and everywhere else especially if you have active kids. We have always used sunscreen, but with my attempts to convert my household cleaners and beauty products ...
Snickerdoodle Sugar Scrub
Who doesn't love the smell of baked goods? Sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and other spices being warmed up in the oven creating an irresistible smell. They make an amazing scent for homemade body products too- Like this delicious Snickerdoodle Sugar Scrub. This scrub exfoliates gently and leaves your skin soft, moisturized, and fragrant. I like to keep a jar of this on the shelf next to the shower and ...
Whipped Gingerbread Body Butter
This deliciously scented Whipped Gingerbread Body Butter leaves your skin not only smelling heavenly but soft and silky as well. From fall right through the end of winter Gingerbread is a terrific seasonal scent. Shea butter, almond, and coconut oils provide your skin with so many beauty benefits - soft, silky, and glowing skin. Don't even get me started on the yummy aromatherapy benefits that ...
Citrus Basil Sugar Scrub Recipe
We love a great sugar scrub recipe to help your skin feel luxurious and pampered! This citrus basil sugar scrub recipe is a great refreshing choice for an at-home spa experience. With a few simple ingredients you likely already have on hand, you can assemble a wonderful sugar scrub recipe that is perfect for brightening your day! Citrus Basil Sugar Scrub Recipe This post contains affiliate ...
Orange and Ginger Detox Bath Soak
At least once a week I like to soak in a hot tub with homemade bath soaks crafted from Epsom Salt, fridge and Epsom Salt. This Orange And Ginger Detox Bath Soak is great because I love knowing that the ingredients are not only safe for me but that they have so many benefits for my body - inside and out. I pretty much just toss in a little bit of this and a little bit of that based on what I know ...
Frankenstein Upcycled Tin Cans
There is nothing quite so fun to me as rescuing items from the recycle bin and giving them new life - " IT"S ALIIIIVE!!!" These cute and terribly fun Frankenstein Upcycled Tin Cans were no exception. They are the perfect inexpensive party decor or porch decoration. Made mostly from items around the house, you can use whatever you have on hand to add the details to your set. Whether you use them ...
Kids Fall Thumbprint Leaves Craft
With back to school officially here I am boosting up my homeschool curriculum with some fun projects that are more like playing than learning. My son loves painting and crafting, so this Kids Fall Thumbprint Leaves Craft is perfect for him! Not only can we have fun crafting together, but I can use some of our favorite fall-themed books to teach him more about why the leaves change colors and ...
Honey Almond Sugar Scrub
Honey has been a natural body care product ever since the days of Cleopatra, and it makes the perfect addition to our homemade Honey Almond Sugar Scrub. It is a wonderful humectant that acts as a long lasting moisturizer and leaves your skin incredibly soft and hydrated. It is also anti-aging, anti-bacterial, and is loaded with other nutrients and anti-oxidants. And if you’re trying to figure out ...
Honey Lemon Lotion Bars
This homemade Honey Lemon Lotion Bars recipe is the perfect way to usher in spring and moisturize your dry winter skin with a safe and lush product. Often times the beauty products you buy at the store are more harmful for your skin than good. Using organic as much as you can will make it even safer for you. Since it is so simple to make them and so inexpensive to stock up on these for yourself or ...
Lavender Coconut Aloe Vera Shave Gel
We all know that aloe vera is great for your body inside and out, but did you know you could use your aloe vera gel and coconut oil from the pantry as the best shaving gel ever? I used to use body wash to shave my legs, and occasionally I would treat myself to a can of fancy ladies shaving cream. That is until I discovered this amazing Lavender Coconut Aloe Vera Shave Gel. LAVENDER COCONUT ...
20 Homemade Sugar Scrub Recipes
One of my favorite things to make is a homemade sugar scrub. They leave your skin feeling soft and smelling amazing, and since the ingredients are so inexpensive, it is easy to whip up a batch anytime. In fact, you probably have most of the ingredients already in your pantry! This list is perfect for pampering yourself, or giving as gifts to your friends and family! 20 Homemade Sugar Scrub ...
Simple Frugal Valentine's Date Ideas
With the day of romance and love approaching you may be scrambling to come up with an affordable date night idea. These Simple Frugal Valentine's Date Ideas are sure to please you and your lover on this special day. We love doing things like these on a regular basis, but can easily bump it up a notch or two with a little more romance for the "day of love". Whether you are in a new relationship, ...
7 Non Candy Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
I am so excited to share these great non-candy Valentine's Day gifts ideas with you courtesy of our good friend Katie from The Homespun Hydrangea. She has a lovely blog and some great ideas to share with us here about how to give treats that aren't chock full of candy to your kids, friends and family this year! Valentine’s Day is a day for sweet treats and eats, but what if you want to steer ...
20 Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Thanksgiving is coming fast and that means it is time for me to share some Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids! This is one of my favorite holidays to do art projects for. There are so many variations of what you can do but, by far my most favorite project is making turkeys. This is the easiest project to customize to your child’s abilities. 20 Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids This post ...
Weight Watchers Valentine's Day Cake Mix Cookies
A few years ago, a friend introduced me to the wonderful Cake Mix Cookies. These dandy little creations turn the always handy cake mix into a fast and simple cookie in minutes. Since then, I have created dozens of versions and fallen in love with how easy they are to make a fast and tasty cookie. This Weight Watchers Valentine's Day Cake Mix Cookies Recipe is just another of my ...
Wooden Craft Sticks Pumpkin Kids Craft
I love wooden craft sticks ideas, and this Pumpkin Kids Craft is such a perfect idea for fall! There is just something fun about grabbing the craft sticks and creating something fun. They aren't just for making frozen treats anymore! So, my friend Katie from The Homespun Hydrangea made these super cute crafts for us to share this week! Wooden Craft Sticks Pumpkin Kids Craft This post ...
Pinecone Critters Fall Arts And Crafts For Kids
I love fall arts and crafts, and my friend Katie from The Homespun Hydrangea made the most adorable little Pinecone Critters that are perfect for fall. She was nice enough to share her tutorial here for you guys, and I am excited about fun ideas for homeschool lessons to go along with this cute craft! Pinecone Critters Fall Arts And Crafts For Kids Are you looking for more homeschool ...