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Natural All Purpose Cleaning Spray – DIY Recipe

Natural All Purpose Cleaning Spray – DIY Recipe

I started using this all purpose cleaning spray years ago when my kids were young. They often wanted to help with cleaning but I was never comfortable letting them use the store bought products. If I didn’t want my kids using these products, let alone be in the same room while I used them, I didn’t think they belonged in my house at all.

DIY Lavender Body Oil – 2 Simple Ingredients That Nourish Your Skin

DIY Lavender Body Oil – 2 Simple Ingredients That Nourish Your Skin

When did beauty products become so complicated? I’m a big fan of simplicity, especially when it comes to making my own products. This DIY lavender body oil recipe is a great alternative to lotion. It easily absorbs into the skin, feeding your body with vitamins and antioxidants without the added chemicals many store bought products contain.

Make Your Own Lotion – Peppermint Body Butter

Make Your Own Lotion – Peppermint Body Butter

I love this homemade body butter recipe. It’s simple to make, using only shea butter, jojoba oil and the refreshing scent of peppermint. This is the perfect recipe to try if you’ve always wanted to make your own lotion.

DIY Dusting Spray

DIY Dusting Spray

Looking for an easy homemade dust cleaner? This DIY wood dusting spray recipe uses only 4 ingredients. Cleaning products can be all natural, inexpensive and easy to make.

DIY Wood Wax

DIY Wood Wax

This DIY Wood Wax recipe is all natural, non toxic and easy to use as a finishing wax on a new project or to spruce up wood items and furniture around the house. Simply rub on, wiping excess with a lint free cloth.

DIY Soap Making For Beginners

DIY Soap Making For Beginners

Make your own soap. Easy 30 minute craft even my 8 year old can do. DIY soap making tutorial with pictures and step by step instructions.

4 Ingredient Laundry Soap

4 Ingredient Laundry Soap

It’s nice to know what’s in the cleaning products we use, including laundry detergent. Learn how easy it is to make your own homemade laundry detergent. This large batch recipe lasts our family 6 months.