Homemade Gifts: DIY Bath Bombs Bath bombs are an awesome gift idea for all ages. We make ours without dyes, but you could certainly add them for added fun. We filled a few Mason jars with smaller bath bombs for gift giving this year. Here's how to make them. WHAT YOU NEED Glass bowl Smaller
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Peppermint Foot Soak – Homemade Gifts
Let's make gift giving more meaningful, unique, and affordable! I will be sharing ideas each week for homemade frugal and fun gifts for the whole family.Today is about self-care, pampering, and rejuvenation! This homemade foot soak contains a combination of basic ingredients to create a relaxing and refreshing experience. The baking soda will soften your skin,
Paper & Peony Flower Workshop
Have you ever had the pleasure of seeing one of Chantal Larocque's paper flower bouquets or flower walls in person? The first time I saw her amazingly detailed work in real life was a photo backdrop at Blogjam 2018. It was a lovely display of various sized of flowers put together in a large display
Birthday Party Made Easier With A Plan! #Grecoville
This past weekend we celebrated Clayton's birthday with his friends. He turned 6 back on December 30th, but this year he asked for a party with some of his friends. So, when planning what to do, where to go and what to eat, I went with the ease of a hosted party, at a fun
Striving 4 Zero Waste – Replacing Paper Towels
This post contains affiliate links. Many of us are on a mission to produce less waste in our homes. I am of a generation that was near the beginning of all the "convenience" products that are out there today, and grew up using them all and then realizing the waste later. Unfortunately, convenience often means
Make Your Own – Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is such an amazing addition to our pantry, and I have recently decided to make my own. Apple Cider Vinegar is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. The health benefits include gut health, immune boosting to fight colds, allergies and more. It can be used to help clear acne, repel fleas on
Homemade Laundry Powder – BORAX FREE
Did you realize how easy and frugal it is to make your own laundry powder or liquid? I have shared two recipes in the past that both contained borax (a naturally occuring substance), but the health warnings and requests to reduce exposure to borax have prompted me to find an alternative recipe. This is the
Best Ever Brownies
Best Ever Brownie This Brownie recipe is my favourite. You can add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter before baking as well, for extra chocolaty goodness and texture. 1/2 cup butter, Melted (in saucepan or microwave ) 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup
EASY Coconut Squares
EASY Coconut Squares Last weekend I was making squares for an anniversary party we hosted. My mom sent me this recipe as an easy and super quick square to make. If you are looking for a fast, yummy and easy recipe, this is for you! Ingredients: 1.5 cups graham crumbs 6 tbsp butter Can condensed
DIY Dishwasher Detergent
DIY Dishwasher Detergent Just finished whipping up 72 Dishwasher Tabs or Scoops. I had left over Washing Soda from making my laundry detergent and figured I would try the Dishwasher Tabs. These are so easy and quick to make. I used a scoop to make mine, but you can use ice cube trays as well,