My extended family jokes that I always have a concoction or potion for everyday ailments (and their probably right!). They’re obviously not really potions though. They are simply herbal and natural remedies that our ancestors used for generations before modern medicine was established. Don’t get me wrong, modern medicine is great for things like diagnosing […]
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How to Make Herb-Infused Oil (for Recipes or Remedies)
If you’re looking to make herb-infused oil to use in home remedies or in your favorite recipes, you’re in the right place. Herb infused oil has many uses on the homestead and making it is a great skill to have for unpredictable times. But it’s about as simple as it gets, so it’s a great […]
Homemade SPF Lip Balm Recipe for Any Season
If you’re looking for a homemade SPF lip balm recipe that’s safe for the whole family, you’ve found it! I love being outside as much as possible, and with two small kids, it’s a survival thing (for some reason there’s less fighting outside!). But when we’re spending a lot of time in the sun we […]
Homemade Vanilla Extract Recipe (EASY!)
This homemade vanilla extract recipe is really simple to make and a great alternative to pricey store-bought vanilla or imitation vanilla. I love to add pure vanilla extract to smoothies, dairy-free coconut yogurt, cookies, whipped coconut cream, and any other treat I want to have a rich flavor. Vanilla also makes a great gift which is […]
How to Make a Tincture (+Alcohol-Free Option!)
Wondering how to make a tincture? Tinctures are a simple way to enjoy the power of herbal medicine. They’re easy to make, powerful, and convenient. As a homesteading, work-from-home, do all-the-things mama, I need this kind of remedy! Through my homesteading journey, I’ve fallen in love with herbal tinctures. They’ve helped me and my family […]
20+ Homemade Beauty Product Recipes (You Must Try Now!)
When I found out I was pregnant for the first time, everything became pregnancy and baby related. I started researching (obsessively? maybe…) which products were safe for me during pregnancy and for my baby when she was born. As I read more and more, I started to notice that there were lots of products that […]