DIY Natural Blog

Aloe Vera Gel for Skin: Making Your Own Aloe Skin Gel is Simple and Fun!

This aloe vera gel for skin is simple and inexpensive to make. It has so many uses and you can even give it away as gifts or sell it locally!

DIY Shaving Soap Recipe: Better than Shaving Cream

DIY shaving cream doesn’t work as well as DIY shaving soap. Find out why and learn how to make a natural shave soap recipe that works great!

Learn How to Make Soft and Creamy Whipped Soap!

Today we show you how to make whipped soap. This is a 2-step process that involves making a paste and then whipping the paste into a soap.

How to Restore Faded Clothes: Restore Their Color Naturally

Learn how to restore faded clothes naturally. Don’t throw out clothing that has lost its luster, restore its color simply and naturally.

Jewelweed: Great Natural Treatment for Poison Ivy

Jewelweed is a wild plant very useful in treating poison ivy. Learn where and when it grows, and enjoy our Jewelweed poison ivy treatment.

Fresh Strawberry Recipes: And Other Ways To Use and Preserve Them

These fresh strawberry recipes will help you use up your fresh berries and also preserve some berries so you can enjoy them all year long.

How Many Vegetables to Plant Per Person In A Vegetable Garden

If you’re new to gardening then it is difficult to know how many vegetables to plant per person in your vegetable garden. Here’s your answer!

Dandelion Wine Recipe: How to Make Dandelion Wine & Vinegar at Home

I’ve tasted some different wines over the years, but one of the best and most unique wines is this simple dandelion wine recipe. Enjoy!

Homemade Mosquito Trap: Make Homemade Wasp and Mosquito Traps

Making a DIY homemade mosquito trap is very similar to a homemade wasp trap, the only difference is the bait. We show you how to make both!

Mosquito Repellent Plants: 25 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes Naturally!

Our porch has no screens so we use mosquito repellent plants to keep pesky insects away. Here is a list of 25 plants that repel mosquitoes!

How To Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease: Things to Avoid and Things to Start

Learning how to prevent Alzheimer’s Disease is not an exact science, but we combine theories with common sense to keep our minds healthy.

Stinging Nettle: How To Identify, Harvest, and Eat

Learn stinging nettle identification quickly and easily. We show you how to identify, harvest, and prepare this vitamin-packed wild edible.

Mechanics Hand Cleaner: A DIY Hand Cleaner for Mechanics That Works!

This recipe for mechanics’ hand cleaner gives mechanics a natural hand cleaner that’s free from all the harmful chemicals in commercial scrubs.

Bees Vs. Yellow Jackets: Differences of Bees, Wasps, & Yellow Jackets

Yellow jackets vs honey bees vs wasps, oh my! All are beneficial insect groups, but knowing their appearance and differences is important.

Growing Turmeric and Growing Ginger: Growing Healthy Roots at Home!

Growing turmeric and growing ginger are both easy. Start growing them now to have your own constant supply of these beneficial herbal roots.

How to Lighten Hair Naturally and Add Highlights (Black Hair Too) Naturally

Learn how to lighten and highlight hair naturally at home. Using these natural hair lightener ideas saves money and keeps hair healthier!

Raised Garden Bed Soil: Create Healthy Natural Soil for Your Raised Beds

Learn how to build your own natural and healthy raised garden bed soil. We show you what to use and what not to use so your plants thrive!

Homemade Sanitizer Spray: Use as A Natural Child Toy Cleaner and More

We a make a big bottle of this natural homemade sanitizer spray for use as a DIY disinfectant and everyday cleaner. It’s safe and it works.