Summer’s vibrant herbs aren’t just for culinary delights! They can also be transformed into refreshing and gentle floral waters, aromatic water, or, in the herbalist world, herbal hydrosols, perfect for pampering your skin and promoting overall well-being. But what exactly are hydrosols, and how do they differ from other herbal remedies? Keep reading to learn…
Are you looking for a way to add a personal touch to your homegrown gifts from the garden? Look no further than these free printable “From the Garden of” gift tags! These tags are perfect for accompanying a variety of homemade gifts, such as bouquets of flowers or gift baskets featuring items from the garden,…
How to make a Natural Herbal Face Steam for overcoming anxiety and finding calm. Pamper yourself and bid farewell to dry skin with a nourishing facial steam featuring a bouquet of floral botanicals and herbs! Facial steaming is a relaxing way to revitalize and deeply cleanse the skin. It’s a safe and easy way to…
One of the first DIY natural makeup products I ever made was a DIY Cacao Face powder from simple ingredients found in my kitchen. At the time, I had such sensitive skin that I couldn’t use store-bought makeup powders without risking painful breakouts or skin irritation lasting for weeks. Once I discovered how easy it…
Try making the best hibiscus tea freezer jelly recipe and have delicious tangy jelly all season long. Capture the zest and tang of hibiscus flowers in this easy-to-make freezer jelly. It’s such a simple recipe to whip up to give as gifts or stock in your freezer to enjoy in the depths of winter. The…
Rosemary is a powerful, easy-to-grow herb packed with antioxidants and is also known for protecting from free radicals. There are dozens of ways to experience the benefits of rosemary, including using it for cooking, cleaning, and even as a natural insect repellant. Benefits of Rosemary Rosemary is a fragrant, beautiful herb with dozens of uses…
Has there ever been a pair more suited to each other than watermelon and mint? Make these quick and easy watermelon and mint refresher popsicles using a fresh, whole personal watermelon and just-picked mint from the garden. They’re a perfect, simple way to stay hydrated in the warmth of summer. Benefits of Mint What better…
A home apothecary is an excellent way to help heal your body naturally. Fortunately, starting one isn’t as difficult as you might think! These apothecary basics will show you how simple it is to begin your own home apothecary for you and your family. Apothecary Basics: Why Have a Home Apothecary? A home apothecary gives…
From convenience to eco-friendliness to health benefits, there are so many wonderful reasons to use flowers to make your own yellow natural dye. We’ll look at some of the best flowers to use as well as tips for using yellow natural dye in this post. Why Make Dye from Flowers? Instead of purchasing synthetic dyes…
As a gardener who works in hard red clay, having a hand scrub to rejuvenate aching hands is a must and you are going to love this thyme and lemon garden hand scrub DIY! I’ve tried several commercial products and all were fine, but it wasn’t until I started making my own did I see…