Garden

Benefits of Parsley: Not Just For Garnish Anymore!

Parsley: a great herb for garnishes and more! Its healthy, green appearance perks up most any plate. But did you know parsley is good for more than garnishes?

Collecting Rainwater in DIY or Commercial Barrels

Collecting rainwater–in DIY and commercial rain barrels–can be a great way to harvest and use natures water for free. Just be sure to prepare using these tips.

The Benefits of Attending an Herbal Conference

Have you been to an herbal conference? Have you wondered what it would be like, but were undecided about the investment and what you may gain? Learn more here!

10 Terms To Know When Researching Medicinal Herbs

When researching medicinal herbs, one of the most important things to cover is the topic of terminology. It may sound boring, but it’s very important and necessary!

Four Must Grow Herbs For Your Garden This Year

Four of the best herbs to grow this year are: parsley, chamomile, calendula, and sage. Don’t worry if you didn’t start from seed, just buy seedlings and plant them ASAP!

30 Natural Ways to Make Extra Money

These natural ways to make extra money are great for folks who want to earn extra cash, but want to do it naturally. Some of the ideas could become businesses!

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Salt

What is salt? What are the different types of salt? What is the best every day salt? We answer all of those questions and more in this “everything salt” article!

DIY Valentine Gifts: Sustainable, Fun, and Romantic V-Day Ideas!

DIY Valentines Day? Yes! Over the years I’ve found fun ways to celebrate without having to buy silly, heart-shaped, plastic stuff. Here’s what I do instead!

Simple Pickled Vegetables in a DIY Sous Vide Cooker

Pickled vegetables in 30 minutes using a DIY sous vide cooker. The cooker reduces cooking time and delivers crisp, pickled vegetables NOW – not in a week!

How to Set Up a Simple DIY Hydroponics System

DIY hydroponics allow for simple, inexpensive gardening systems that work even when temperatures are below freezing. Don’t let the cold stop you from growing food!

Resolutions For a More Healthy & Natural New Year

Ideas for New Years resolutions to help you live a healthier lifestyle. These simple ideas will help you live a healthier, more natural and sustainable 2015!

Natural Holiday Decorating Ideas For The Entire Year

I’m a big fan of homemade Christmas decorations, especially if they can be used year around! We have narrowed it down to this list of ideas that do just that!

How to Make a DIY Terrarium: They Make Great Gifts

There are many reasons to learn how to make a terrarium! They make great gifts, they’re pretty, easily personalized, and–did I mention–easy to take care of?!

Natural DIY Christmas Gifts For Everyone You Know!

Natural DIY Christmas gifts for everyone you know–helping to relieve some of your holiday stress by giving you gift ideas for ALL the people in your life!

Calendula Uses and Homemade Calendula Infused Oil

Calendula Officinalis–a versatile, useful, medicinal plant species–is a powerful group of pretty plants, useful in soap making, lotions, balms, and more. Also included is a Calendula Infused Oil recipe!

Six Natural Ways to Keep Your Home Clean

Learn how to get rid of fruit flies and 5 other household tips like getting rid of mold/mildew, reducing pet dander, and keeping pollen out of the house.

How to Use Steam and Herbs/Oils Therapeutically

A Steam sauna is a natural, therapeutic way to relieve colds and allergies. We reveal that and several herbal combinations for a variety of therapeutic steams.

20 Uses for Fall Leaves Around the Yard and Home

Before you know it, fall leaves will be everywhere! The colors are beautiful but each year I’m left with the same question–what to do with all these leaves?