An old fashioned laundry washing tub and scrub board with some clothes pins in a bucket
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How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent and My Homestead Laundry Routine

BySamantha

As homesteaders, we generally like to learn how to make and grow things ourselves. I have started experimenting with making different homemade natural cleaners and today I’d like to share with you two recipes for make your own homemade laundry detergent. Making your own homemade laundry detergent is a great way to save time and…

Lavender ~ Healing Benefits and Uses
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Lavender ~ Healing Benefits and Uses

BySamantha

Welcome to my little deep dive into some of the benefits and uses for growing and using common herbs such as lavender. I intend to make a little series out of this so stay tuned if you would like to take a deep dive with me into different herbs and their healing benefits. When you…

Tips For Getting Spring Cleaning Done Fast
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Tips For Getting Spring Cleaning Done Fast

BySamantha

If you are looking for some tips on how to get your Spring cleaning done fast, well then let me assure you, you have come to the right spot. In your home and homestead, spring cleaning is an essential yearly event that can change the way you feel about your home, and even your life….

Spring cleaning? Here are some Non-toxic alternatives to chemical cleaners.
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Non-Toxic Ways to Spring Clean

BySamantha

Spring is a time when we clean our homes in depth. We get such a great feeling when the clutter and cobwebs are gone. However, many cleaning products are full of chemicals which are often both unnecessary and toxic. If you are looking for a healthy way to get your home in good shape without…

3 Fast and Easy Homemade Beauty Recipes
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3 Fast and Easy Homemade Beauty Recipes

BySamantha

All natural is the newest trend in skin and hair care. For years, we’ve been putting toxic chemicals into our bodies that build up and make us feel tired and sick, regardless of whether we eat them or if they seep through our pores. And people are finally catching on that natural and homemade is…

essential-oils-Tips on Starting your Essential Oil Collection
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Essential oils ~ Tips on Starting your Essential Oils Collection

BySamantha

There are many many different types, brands and certainly scents of essential oils, but where do you start? I have slowly built up my collection of useful essential oils in my homestead apothecary and here are some tips for you to start your own.  If you are wondering “What are Essential Oils and how can…

What are essential oils and how can I use them around the homestead?
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What are Essential Oils and how can I use them around the homestead?

BySamantha

Maybe you have heard the term “essential oils” but didn’t know what was meant by it. Perhaps you had a vague idea that it was connected in some way with aromatherapy, but didn’t know how. Now is as good a time as any to learn what essential oils are. What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils…