Sustainable & Creative Living
Looking to make your rings sparkle but don’t have time to go to a jeweler? I’ve got a super simple DIY Ring Cleaner that uses only two ingredients! It’s a great way to clean your rings at home and save yourself some cash and a trip to the jewelry store. You’ll be amazed at how easy and effective this simple solution works.
The end of summer is just about here, and the hustle and bustle of back to school is in full swing. Before you know it, the holidays and all their preparations will be full steam ahead. Before all that craziness piles on to your schedule, take some time out to pamper yourself. make plans to work in pampering before, during, and after all the daily to do get overwhelming. Take a look at this list of 50 Ways to Pamper Yourself as a Woman and make your pampering plan of action!
If you’re heading to the beach this summer, be sure to pack an extra bucket to collect some sand to make this Easy DIY Beach Sand Slime. It’s a quick, easy, and fun activity that will keep your kids (and maybe even you!) entertained for hours. It’s even a great sensory tool for adults!
These adorable DIY Beach Sand Handprint Ornaments are so fun and easy to make with little kids. They’re perfect to make while on vacation at the beach or even at home in your backyard sandbox. These make the perfect beach vacation keepsake to look back on when the kids are all grown up. They’re so simple to make, and the result is really cute. All you need is a few inexpensive materials and a little time.
Looking for the perfect healthy snack you won’t feel guilty about indulging in this summer? Check out this recipe for the yummiest Low Carb Strawberries and Cream Jello Cups. It’s made with sugar-free Jello, Greek yogurt, and fresh sliced strawberries. The best part is, it’s easy to make and you can keep them in the fridge for a quick and refreshing treat whenever you need one.
There are a lot of reasons to take an Epsom salt soak in the tub, but the biggest one is that it always feels good while soaking up its magic. The first thing most of us usually think of when we hear Epsom salt soak is “sore muscles”. Filling the tub with warm water and Epsom salt and soaking away achy, tired muscles is a home remedy people have been using forever. People also use Epsom salt bath soaks when they can’t sleep, need bug bite relief, or are experiencing sunburn pain or foot pain from ingrown toenails or tired feet. You can’t beat Epsom salt bath soaks for relaxing and destressing. You can use any of these 5 Epsom salt bath soaks to feel amazing tonight.
If you’re heading to the beach this summer, be sure to download our complete beach vacation packing list. It’s a checklist of everything you’ll need for a fun and relaxing vacation at the shore, including beach gear, footwear, toiletries, room essentials, clothing and accessories, baby and kids gear, an outfit planner, a vacation day planner, and even a grocery list! This 8-page instant download is available now in our Etsy shop. It’s the only packing list you’ll ever need for your beach getaway!
Enjoying fresh air and sunshine is a summer staple for just about everyone. Nothing kills summer fun like annoying bugs of any kind. Filling your yard with any of these 10 Plants that Repel Bugs is a good, pesticide free way to help those pesky critters from spoiling your outdoor activities.
Flavored Ice Cubes are a great way to spice up just about any summer drink. When they melt, they not only add extra flavor to your drink but they also make your drink look so pretty! There are endless flavor combinations but some of my favorite are right here in this post!
If you’re tired of plain water, this Watermelon Mint Infused Water recipe is an amazingly refreshing alternative that will keep you hydrated all summer long. It’s easy to make and the result is a naturally sweetened water that’s full of flavor, antioxidants, and has a great aroma too!
This DIY Mess Free Puffy Paint recipe is so easy, your kids could practically make it on their own. If you’re a crafting household then you may already have most of the supplies on hand. It requires only two ingredients and less than five minutes to make! The best part is that it’s washable, so you don’t have to worry about a mess.
There are a few patriotic holidays where you can make this American Flag Handprint Craft and the 4th of July is the perfect one! If you’re looking for a fun and simple craft you can make with kids, try this easy keepsake handprint artwork this 4th of July weekend!
I’m so excited to share this recipe with you. I love outdoor summer fun, but I don’t love mosquitos crashing my barbecues and patio time! Instead of putting insect repellent all over your skin, try using this Easy DIY Citronella Candle Recipe to help keep pesky mosquitos at bay.
