Parents with children know when the weather is bad, and the kids have to stay inside, they can get bored. If you’re looking for some sustainable activities for your youngsters to keep them away from screens for a bit, we have some ideas for you. Puppets and puppet shows Do you have old socks, scraps of cloth, buttons, and a […]
Looking to change up your look by trying a new hair color but don’t want to use harsh chemicals on your hair? Try natural products and DIY green hacks to lighten and change your hair. Dyed hair is a popular form of self-expression. An estimated 64 million Americans dyed their hair in 2019, according to Statista — far more people […]
There’s nothing more immaculate than baby skin, and for new parents, figuring out how to take care of it properly can be overwhelming. Confronted with shelves upon shelves of baby-care products, how do you know which choice will be safe, effective, and good for your baby’s skin? One way to know for sure is to make the products yourself! It’s […]
Engaging in nature-based activities is an effective way for everyone in the family to improve mental health. Gardening can be challenging for those without space, time, or talent. But even a hopeless brown thumb with a tight schedule and limited space might succeed with a low-maintenance, hardy tea garden. Helping something grow can bring tremendous satisfaction, even if you live in a […]
Having fresh, stain-free carpeting, area rugs, and furniture enhances the aesthetics of the room, creating an inviting atmosphere. And although it seems like this would also promote a healthier living environment by reducing allergens and dust buildup, there are other factors to consider. Hazardous chemicals commonly lurk in carpet and upholstery cleaning products and do not readily rinse out, but […]
Ovens can get pretty gross over time, and cleaning one can be a difficult job. Food can splatter and spill, then bake on to form a layer of grease, oil, and grime. You can find a variety of harsh oven cleaning sprays that help clean away this dirty residue, but many contain concerning chemicals that can cause skin burns, respiratory […]
If you’ve had some success in your garden this year, you might be ready to take things to the next level by propagating plants for your garden next year. Saving seeds is one of the easiest propagation methods for common garden plants. It can save money, improve the quality of your garden, and it supports crop diversity and food sovereignty. […]
Summer is a time for hanging out by the pool, spending time with the kids, and enjoying the long, sunny days. Unfortunately, summer is also the time that many household bugs begin to make an appearance. Though it can be tempting to eliminate these pests with chemical pesticides, these types of sprays are harmful to more than just the creepy […]
They say home is where the heart is, but homes can have offensive odors from pets, mold growth, poor ventilation, dirty bathrooms, and household waste. As a result, the global air freshener market is a booming industry expected to reach $27.7 billion by 2030, but many of these products actually contaminate indoor air and introduce toxic chemicals. According to the […]
Do you have some 5-gallon buckets that you’re not using? These heavy-duty buckets are ripe for repurposing projects. I’m sharing a few of my favorite ways to repurpose them — as a chicken feeder, a mini vegetable garden, and a worm farm to make great compost for the garden. Even if you don’t have any of these big buckets, you […]