I’ve had a few requests to start some kind of parenting blog, but I think the best course for me right now is just to actually use the blog I already have for a different purpose than I intended, because I’m not actually making anything right now. What I’m doing? Surviving. My two year old […]
DIY Sunscreen/Natural After-Sun Care
DIY Sunscreen/Natural After-Sun Care ½ cup almond or olive oil (can infuse with herbs first if desired) ¼ cup coconut oil (natural SPF 4) ¼ to ⅓ cup beeswax (depending on how hard you want the sunscreen or what container you plan on using) 2 Tablespoons non-nano zinc oxide Up to 1 teaspoon Carrot Seed […]
Basic Salve Recipe
1 cup oil (I prefer a 50/50 split between herb-infused olive oil and sweet almond oil) 1/4 cup beeswax Essential oils (optional, usually around 50 drops if included) Use a slow cooker (or double boiler) to heat the oils to around 100-140F. Add the beeswax, let melt. Stir to incorporate. Add essential oils, then take […]
it begins
I kept telling myself I would never let a website expire again. Well, life can be pretty surprising sometimes. So…we’re back! And that feels pretty awesome. I’m also gaining new skills with this cool website building platform that had me pulling out my hair for the first couple of hours, but I think I’ve finally […]