Vinegar is made of acetic acid and water. Where the acetic acid is derived from completely changes its taste and profile. Distilled white vinegar is produced by the fermentation of ethanol (alcohol). During the fermentation process, bacteria called Acetobacter and Acetomonas are added and they produce acetic acid from the alcohol. A solution of 4-8% […]
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FabFitFun Subscription Box: Is It Worth It?
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If you’re a beauty junkie who loves discovering the best subscription boxes for women, check out the FabFitFun box! Get a peek inside the Fall 2019 box in this sponsored post. I’m a huge fan of subscription boxes. I love trying out new ones and discovering ones that provide the best value for the dollar. […]
How to Throw a Successful Holiday Party
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Thank you to Best Buy for sponsoring this post about throwing a successful holiday party. Fall is the kickoff of the holiday party season. There’s something about the weather cooling down that makes everyone want to start cozying up at home and celebrating together. My husband and I have always been into entertaining. It’s something […]
All the Best Monthly Subscription Boxes
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Monthly subscription boxes are amazing for discovering new products. Check out the best box ideas in each category – there’s something for everyone! Subscription boxes are such a cool concept. You get to try out a bunch of different products around a particular theme and decide which ones you can’t live without afterwards. Or you […]
Do You Have a Water Preparedness Plan?
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Water is the source of all life. Seriously. Without water, none of us would be here today. It’s vital – there’s no other way to put it. So, I want to thank Primo® for sponsoring this conversation about the importance of purified water. The scary thing is that even though water is vital to good […]
A Humidifier That’s Safe for Essential Oils
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Are you searching for the best humidifier that’s safe for essential oils? Read about our experience with the Ümi 2-in-1 Ultrasonic Humidifier & Air Purifier. I love diffusing essential oils in our home. We can use different scents for different times of the year and our moods. We all love it! In the past, I’ve found […]
How to Get a Total Body Workout in 20 Minutes a Day
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When you work from home, it is challenging to make exercise a priority. Total Gym, the sponsor of this post, makes it easy to get a total body workout in only 20 minutes a day, and it doesn’t feel like a chore. Over the last year, I’ve lost a lot of weight. A total of […]
What You Need to Know About Himalayan Salt Lamps
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Himalayan Salt Lamps are more than a beautiful home decor centerpiece. Learn how to use a pink salt lamp in your bedroom for the best benefits. If you have seen people with lamps that look like pink salt in their homes or bedroom, that’s exactly what they are – salt lamps. Himalayan salt lamps are […]
Why You Should Make the Switch to Organic Clothes
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For many of us on a natural living journey, making the switch to organic clothes falls at the bottom of our priority list. While organic clothing is more expensive, there are many reasons why you should make the switch soon. My family lives a pretty clean lifestyle. We’re not perfect by any means and we […]
How to Make a Super Easy Essential Oil Bug Spray
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The beauty of spring brings the annoyance of bugs and insects. Learn how to make a super easy essential oil bug spray using five natural ingredients. Spring is here and I’m loving it. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the flowers are emerging from the ground. There’s new life everywhere. Unfortunately some […]
Top 30 Fall Essential Oil Diffuser Blends
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Ready to fill your home with the fresh scents of fall? Try our list of the Top 30 Essential Oil Fall Diffuser Blends and find your new favorite! Who doesn’t love Fall? With the change in the air, the scents and foods that come along with it, I think it is most people’s favorite season. […]
How to Get a Homecooked Meal on the Table in 30 Minutes
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Is life’s busy-ness keeping you from putting a homecooked meal on the table every night? Check out this simple way to get dinner on the table in 30 minutes. Sponsored by HelloFresh. Does life seem like it’s speeding up some days? Like there just isn’t enough time to get everything done on your list? I […]
How to Use Essential Oils for Pets Plus a Natural Flea Repellent Recipe
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Are you looking for the best information on essential oils for pets? We’re sharing everything you need to know to get started along with our natural flea repellent recipe! A good majority of people these days are using essential oils in their homes, for one reason or another. There are so many uses for oils, such […]
Meal Planning Made Simple with Blue Apron
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There are never enough hours in the day, but preparing a healthy meal is a priority. We’ll show you how to make meal planning simple with Blue Apron. Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for Blue Apron. I have been compensated through the SheSavvy Influence Network. All opinions remain my own. Why is it that end of […]
Discounted Amazon Prime for Low Income Families
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This post was sponsored by Amazon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I have been an Amazon Prime member for about seven years now – wow! When we first moved up into the mountains, I realized it wasn’t going to be quite […]
Top 20 Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil
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Are you building your essential oil stash? Peppermint essential oil is one you want to add – it has so many wonderful uses. We’re sharing 20 of our faves. Peppermint essential oil is easily one of the most commonly used of all the oils. It is a very powerful and potent essential oil, and it […]
DIY Laundry Crystals: Fabric Softener Alternative
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Are you looking for an affordable, natural fabric softener alternative? We’ll show you how to make your own DIY Laundry Crystals using two simple ingredients. One of the first things we ditched when be began our natural living journey was fabric softener. Not only is it full of all sorts of icky ingredients, but it […]
How to Make Your Own Ice Melt Using Household Ingredients
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Winter means icy sidewalks and driveways. Learn how to make your very own DIY ice melt using common household ingredients! Winter is coming, and that means soon our driveways, porches and sidewalks will be covered with snow. Soft and fluffy isn’t a problem, but when it turns to ice it can become quite dangerous. […]
6 Tips to Make Life with a Broken Bone Easier
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This post on life with a broken bone is sponsored by Jasco. All opinions are my own. A few weeks ago, I basically shattered my big toe. I wish I had a cool story to go with it, but nope. I simply stood up out of a chair and tripped over my own feet. Nifty, […]
7 Moving Tips to Simplify Your Life
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Is your family planning a big move? Check out our list of moving, packing and organization tips to help simplify your life and make your move smoother. I lived in the same house until I was 17. Shortly after my parents sold our house and my mom moved us into a condo, I was off […]
Does Essential Oil Quality Really Matter?
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Have you been asking yourself, “Does essential oil quality matter?” Then you’ll want to read this article – because essential oil quality DOES matter. Essential Oils have become quite a trend these days. Since they’ve started gaining popularity, many brands have popped up online and in your local stores. It can be very confusing to try […]
How to Grow and Use Lavender in Your Home
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Lavender is a wonderful beginner gardening herb. Learn how to grow and use lavender in your home. We discuss growing, harvesting, storing and using lavender flowers. Have you ever wanted to learn how to grow and use lavender in your home? It’s easier than you may think. Everyone loves lavender for its refreshing floral scent […]
10 Practical Household Uses for Lavender Essential Oil
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The very first essential oil I ever purchased for my family was lavender essential oil. If you can only get one essential oil, I would recommend starting with lavender essential oil. It has so many amazing uses – I keep learning new ones! It’s truly an amazing oil. If you’re wondering how you might use […]
Do It Yourself Pest Control with Essential Oils
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Are you looking for do it yourself pest control tips that work? Learn how you can use essential oils to deter common bugs and pests from your home. Spring and summer are the worst time for pests, when their numbers are high and they begin looking for new sources of food and shelter. It is […]
10 Uses for Sandalwood Essential Oil
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Sandalwood is an earthy smelling essential oil that carries a variety of uses. Whether you want to use it for health or beauty reasons, or want to use it for household tasks, it can prove to be quite effective. Take a look below at 10 uses for sandalwood essential oil that you can try! 1. […]
10 Uses for Bergamot Essential Oil
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Like many people new to the world of essential oils, you may be confused by Bergamot essential oil. But the truth is, you don’t have to be. Bergamot oil is simply an essential oil derived from the peel of the bergamot fruit. Because of this, it is a citrus like oil that is much like […]
10 Uses for Cedarwood Essential Oil
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Cedarwood essential oil is quite similar in scent to the cedar closets and chests you may have smelled before. The rich, earthy smell is appealing to many, as are the practical uses for this essential oil. If you have been curious about giving cedar wood oil a try, here are some excellent uses for it. […]
10 Uses for Geranium Essential Oil
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Geranium oil is the essential oil with the sweet and flowery name, but I can assure you it’s no lightweight! Geranium essential oil has many uses for both health and beauty issues, making it an essential oil you want to have on hand. Take a look below at 10 uses for geranium oil that you […]
10 Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
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If you are an essential oil newbie, lemon oil is the perfect place to get your feet wet. Lemon essential oil is so easy to use, and it is inexpensive to buy as well – the price is about $10 for the brand of lemon oil we use. Just one little bottle can be used […]
9 Alternative Uses for Salt Around the Home
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Salt is in just about every home. It’s essential to many baking and cooking needs, and I consume it regularly to help regulate my blood pressure. But what else can it be used for? Check out the below ideas for using salt around your home! Put Out a Fire If you have a fire place, use […]
How to Label and Organize Your Essential Oil Roller Bottles
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I wrote this post as part of a paid campaign with Brother. The opinions in this post are my own. Since getting involved with essential oils, I have accumulated a ton of roller bottles. I am constantly mixing up blends for my family. It’s so convenient to have everything pre-diluted, and it’s much easier to […]
7 Essential Oils You Should Have on Hand
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In recent years, essential oils have become more popular for general wellness purposes. We have pulled together a list of what we believe to be the top 7 Essential Oils You Should Have On Hand. This group of essential oils provides you with items for comfort, wellness and overall health benefits. 7 Essential Oils You Should Have on […]
Simplify Meal Planning with Plated
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This is a sponsored post created in partnership with Plated. I am a huge fan of cooking meals from scratch. I cook from scratch nearly every single night. However, I know some families face challenges in making that happen even though they’d like to. Between meal planning, making shopping lists, going shopping, prepping the food […]
5 Reasons to Keep Fresh Flowers in Your Home
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Although many people enjoy getting fresh flowers, few take the time to put them in their homes on a regular basis. They pass right by them in the grocery store and unless a special occasion is on the horizon, they hardly give them a second look. Fresh flowers should be a regular thing rather than […]
10 Fantastic Uses for Mason Jars
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Mason jars are so fun to look at, but they also have many purposes. If you have a lot of mason jars around your home like I do, there is only one thing to do, and that’s to put them to good use. Here are 10 fantastic uses for mason jars around your house. Snacks If […]
Bathe Chemical Free with a Berkey Shower Head Filter
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If you want a non-toxic bathing experience, you need a shower filter! Learn why we use a Berkey Shower Head Filter along with natural beauty products for a chemical free clean. I have been thinking lately about how careful I am about the ingredients used in every skin care, personal care and cosmetic product used […]
How to Reduce Junk Mail and Telemarketing Calls
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If you’re like most people, every time you trek out to your mailbox, it’s crammed full of a bunch of junk mail and credit card applications—which inevitably end up in the trash (or recycling bin) after taking up precious counter space. It’s a waste of time, and it’s not good for the environment. Stop Junk […]
