Honey Is The New Shampoo: Week 2

In a few days I’ll hit the 2-week mark since I began this no-commercial-shampoo, honey-washing journey. I must say, it has been quite the adventure thus far. I’ve never before wanted to reach for a bottle of shampoo so badly, but I’m sticking this out! Once again, I want to thank you all so so so much for all of your advice and support. I’ve been going over every one of your comments, and there is no way I’d be able to do this without you!  Read More

4 Ingredients, 3 Ways

Just by being a part of this here blog, I’ve learned lots and lots about the uses and benefits of different foods. This time around, instead of listing off all the benefits of a particular food or sharing a particular recipe, I thought I’d give it a little spin: 4 ingredients, 3 ways.

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Natural Dyeing With Coffee And Tea

Told you guys I’ve been on a coffee kick lately… I may not drink it, but of course I love using it to make body scrub, and who doesn’t enjoy spending some quiet time at a quaint cafe like this or this? Today I’ve got another use for coffee — and tea, too! Natural dyeing. We’ve done flowers and black beans, and now we’re on to coffee and tea. It’s easy, effective, fun… and it smells delicious. Read More

Rustic Wedding Inspiration

First of all, thank you so much to everyone who has shared wedding photos with us! I’m looking forward to sharing many of them here on the blog :).  These photos were one of the first submissions I got, from reader Jordan, and they took my breath away! The decor has such a beautiful rustic feel that sets a perfect mood for a low-key, intimate wedding that took place at the lodge at Lake Wedington, in Arkansas. The bride wore a vintage dress, accessorized with Free People bracelets, and incorporated many DIY elements into her beautiful day.  Thank you so, so much for sharing Jordan, and congrats to you and Daniel :). Read More

The Vegan, Gluten-Free Sweet Treat Showdown

When you hear about a gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, sweet treat… it can’t possibly taste good, right? What if it’s also free of corn, soy, and refined sugar? Does that type of treat even exist? Indeed it does. But, does it taste good? Oh, yes. Read More