Dec 31, 2009 Posted by Amanda

How to Store Outgrown Clothes

It seems like you just brought your baby home and she is already growing out of the newborn clothing. Where do these articles of clothes end up? In a grocery bag on the floor? In a pile at the bottom of the basement stairs? Our little ones are going to grow out of everything you put on their little bodies and faster than you can wrestle a wiggly arm into a sleeve. Being the miserly smart parents we are, do... read more

Nov 23, 2009 Posted by Amanda

Homemade, Natural Toothpaste Recipes

To follow up to the article on homemade, natural deodorant, we will be talking about homemade, natural toothpaste recipes. Below are several recipes that can replace your current toothpaste. There are many reasons why it is important to avoid the use of popular store bought tooth pastes. I won’t go into detail on that topic in this post. You can read this article for a detailed (and slightly scary)... read more

Nov 23, 2009 Posted by Amanda

Homemade, Natural Deodorant

Recipe for Homemade, Natural Deodorant – Non toxic and effective! Ingredients: Baking Soda – For Odor Control CornStarch – For Wetness Control Coconut Oil – For a pleasant scent, antibacterial properties, and a great medium to combine baking soda and cornstarch. Combine equal parts baking soda and cornstarch. Using a fork or spoon mash in coconut oil until you achieve the desired consistency.... read more

Nov 21, 2009 Posted by Amanda

Laundry Done Right: Laundry Tips to Save Your Clothing and Machines

Everyone wears clothing, but few know how to do laundry. It boggles my mind on a daily basis. The following laundry tips will keep your clothing like new and machines in working condition. Yes it may take a bit longer at first, but in the end you will save a lot of money. You clothing and machines will last longer and need less repair, you will use less detergent, and you will rarely use hot water. Don’t... read more

Nov 21, 2009 Posted by Amanda

Tackling Family Laundry

A large household can mean piles upon piles of laundry each week. Even small families can feel the heavy load of laundry day. In the past, I have tackled laundry without much thought. This often leads to a huge pile waiting for me! To get this under control, I’ve tried a few different approaches. I have listed them below. I recommend trying each one over the course of a few weeks to see which works best... read more

Nov 20, 2009 Posted by Amanda

How to Host a Holiday Recipe Swap

Hosting a holiday recipe swap just before the holidays is a great way to taste new recipes and get new ideas. To make your holiday recipe swap a success, follow these simple tips. Set a time and date. You can have a themed party, such as appetizers, deserts, or casseroles. Use Evite.com to create a fun, eco-friendly invitation. Invite fellow Moms and Cooks. Instruct them to bring one dish to share, a copy... read more