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Category Archives: DIY
DIY Conditioning Hair Rinse
I experimented making my own bath and beauty products as a teenager and never seemed to tired of it. Recently I started using cider vinegar as a hair rinse and love the simplicity. It makes my hair soft, manageable and … Continue reading
Posted in activities, bath and body products, creativity, DIY, gift ideas, Life's Simple Pleasures, Recipe, Uncategorized
Tagged argan oil, bath and beauty products, bath and body, cider vinegar, diy, hair conditioning rinse, hair rinse, peppermint oil, simple pleasure, support women initiatives, vegetarian, water
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Heavenly Raspberry Shortcake!
Red Raspberries are one of our favorite family fruits. This year our harvest is limited, and treasured. What do you do with 2 quarts of fresh red raspberries? They could be frozen individually on a cookie sheet and then stored … Continue reading
Pick Your Own Blackberries!
Last year began an adventure on our farm. My husband, the horticulturist, built a high-tunnel greenhouse and together we planted two hundred thorn-less blackberry plants along with some red raspberries. We tended and nurtured the plants, and with great anticipation, … Continue reading
Posted in activities, DIY, for purchase, Life's Simple Pleasures, PYO berries, Seasonal
Tagged berry picking, blackberries, farm visits, pick your own, red raspberries, U-Pick
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Simple Summer Pleasure: Yogurt
I am so glad I discovered the trick to making great yogurt at home!! I find summer heat can upset my digestion and a cool bowl of home-made yogurt with fresh fruit or agave sweetener, or a smoothie made with … Continue reading
Posted in activities, bath and body products, DIY, Household, Recipe, Seasonal
Tagged agave sweetener, cheese cloth, facial cleansor, greek yogurt, home-made yogurt, plain culture, plain yogurt, smoothie recipe, summer recipe, yogurt and fruit, yogurt cup, yogurt maker, yogurt recipe
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Starting Seeds
It’s mid-March in the Midwest and time to start thinking about the garden. Like most serious gardeners, my husband and I start seeds in my greenhouse giving plants a head start on the growing season. In January I spent hours … Continue reading
Bring in the New Year by Stretching your Creativity!
The beginning of a New Year always finds me reflecting on the past year, as well as, looking forward to the possibilities of the New Year. I spent the last few days considering what I want to accomplish this year. … Continue reading
Posted in activities, creativity, DIY, Life's Simple Pleasures, motivation, Uncategorized
Tagged crafting, creativity, culture, goal setting, health, hobbies, life lists, motivation, New Year, recipes
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Reliable Home-made Yogurt!
I own two Salton yogurt makers: a 5 cup and a 5 pint. I have tried more recipes than I care to admit with little or no success. Inevitably every recipe came out too runny for my palate. I … Continue reading
Posted in DIY, Health, Life's Simple Pleasures, Recipe, Uncategorized
Tagged accurate thermometer, breakfast, food, home-made yogurt, mason jars, mason jars to make yogurt, No fail yogurt recipe, probiotic, Salton yogurt maker, simple pleasure, yogurt maker, yogurt makers, yogurt making equipment, yogurt recipe
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The Perfect Summer Dessert: Angel Food Cake
Angel Food Cake is a wonderful summer dessert! It is a good choice for health conscious folks, is light, and can be dressed up in a variety of ways. My kids love it so much that for years it has … Continue reading
Artisan Bread Made Easy with No Kneading!
I love bread. It’s one food I’ll never forgo. I love to make bread too. It is therapeutic for me to mix and knead the dough and there is absolutely nothing like the smell of bread, baking in the oven, … Continue reading
Posted in DIY, gift ideas, Household, Recipe, Uncategorized
Tagged artisan bread, bread stone, home made gift idea, home-made bread, oatmeal bread, quick & easy bread
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Easy Homemade Laundry Soap
I love to nurture nature, save money, and make something to use that really works! Why don’t you give these laundry soaps a try and let me now what you think. Basic Laundry Soap Powder Just double or triple the … Continue reading
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