Have you been spending more time outdoors or do you plan to? I wholeheartedly believe in outdoor time. I try to do at least one or two fun things with the kids each week and we keep a loose "routine." We swim, visit the bookstore, go to the park, or visit with friends or family. We get in physical activity everyday. I walk or jog while the … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy DIY Wipes for Camping
For some years now, whenever we would go camping or to the park, we always brought "baby wipes" with us. It started because we had a small child or two in tow. But we quickly discovered that those wipes get used by the adults just as often, if not more, than the kids. These DIY hand wipes for camping are a perfect way to save money. Seriously, wet wipes make everything … [Read more...]
24 DIY Wipes Recipes
Welcome to the gateway drug of the DIY crafts world! Homemade wipes. These DIY Wipes Recipes will shock you with their frugal awesomeness. Click here if you are looking for DIY Sanitizing Hand Wipes with Alcohol I've been making homemade wipes for both hygiene and cleaning. Long before I started this site, I stumbled across a recipe on Pinterest, most likely this one … [Read more...]
DIY Christmas Tree Scented Kitchen Cleaning Spray
When you come from a big rowdy family, you look forward to the holidays with boy excitement and a healthy smattering of terror. There are some strong opinions bred into our bones. Too bad they are so varied. Last year, I made "Tranquility Wipes" for wiping up spills. I threw some calming vetiver essential oil and a few prayers into the solution. It worked … [Read more...]
Simple Homemade Shower Soothers – Vicks Copycat
Ah, Fall. The kids are back in the school. The weather is turning cooler. And everyone is coughing, sniffling, and sneezing. I used to buy Vicks Shower Soothers but I believe they are discontinued. And unless you have no television, internet, or get the newspaper, you've no doubt heard how bad this flu season is. I love these budget friendly tips for avoiding the flu this … [Read more...]