How to Sterilize Clay and Terra Cotta Pots
I’ve always loved the look of mold and calcium buildup on my terra cotta pots. Unfortunately that wonderful patina can mean unsanitary growing conditions for your potted plants. Give your plants their...
View ArticleCrafting Tea: Herb, Fruit and Flower Iced Teas
This class is for anyone who loves the idea of creating a unique beverage for outdoor parties or just something to sip on while reading a book on your porch. You’ll learn about the six types of tea,...
View ArticleHow to Harvest Fresh Aloe Vera Gel
Quick note: there are many varieties of aloe plants and some of them smell like onions. If your plant smells, you may have one of the varieties that looks similar to Aloe vera ‘barbadensis’ but is...
View ArticleComing Soon: The Normal Girl Show
I’m so excited to share this project with you! The Normal Girl Show will be on YouTube and we’ll chat books-n-tea, we’ll make crafty things, and all sorts of fun DIY projects. I look forward to sharing...
View ArticleGardening Quickie: Plant a Mint Bowl
Become a gardening genius (or just play one on tv) with this quick and easy project – no green thumb required! PROJECT TIME: 30 min.* PROJECT LEVEL: easy SUPPLIES: large terra cotta bowl or pot, soil,...
View ArticleDIY: Deodorize Carpet and Rugs Naturally
Today we’re making a quick, all-natural carpet and rug deodorizer. PROJECT TIME: 15 min. (plus 30 min – 8 hours waiting for deodorizer to do its thing) PROJECT LEVEL: easy SUPPLIES: For this DIY at the...
View ArticleLife Skill: Washing Fruits and Veggies to Avoid Food Poisoning
Today we’re washing fruits and veggies. So, why bother? Well, there’s a couple of reasons… Most produce is grown outside and in soil so inevitably there will be soil particles and the occasional bug...
View ArticleNatural Cleaning: Washing Ceramic and Enamel Pots and Pans
Today I’ll show you how to clean your ceramic, porcelain or enamel pots and pans – without harsh chemicals and without ruining them in the process! PROJECT TIME: 15 min. PROJECT LEVEL: easy SUPPLIES: –...
View Article3 Ways to Clean Your Iron
Today I’m going to show you my top three ways to clean an iron: vinegar scrub, baking soda scrub, and toothpaste – check them out and pick your favorite! PROJECT TIME: 10-15 min. PROJECT LEVEL: easy...
View ArticleThe 1 Thing Used 4 Ways Challenge: Lemons
Today I’m doing a “1 thing 4 ways” challenge with a lemon. In full disclosure, I have no idea if a “1 thing 4 ways” challenge is a real thing, I’m pretty sure I just made it up, but when has that ever...
View ArticleDIY Refillable Dryer Sachets
It’s time to ditch your dryer sheets and embrace the latest trend in simple, sustainable living…dryer sachets! These chemical-free, all-natural alternative to dryer sheets have been growing in...
View ArticleDitch the Dryer Sheets…Use Herbs Instead
Ditch your dryer sheets and embrace the latest trend in simple, sustainable living…dryer sachets! These chemical-free, all-natural alternative to dryer sheets have been growing in popularity as people...
View ArticleTips for Creating the Perfect Hygge Space
Save or pin these tips, then check out my outdoor hygge space.
View ArticleHow to Hygge: Outdoor Porch Edition
Today I’m sharing tips for achieving hygge in your next design project! I also included a brief tutorial on how to say hygge and wrote up a list of tips for creating a hygge space that you can pin or...
View ArticleCaring for a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree
Today we master the art of not killing our plants! I’m partnering with Ashley HomeStore to show you how to care for a Fiddle Leaf Fig tree. Now these trees definitely fall into the easy-care category...
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