Collecting Buttons
Collecting buttons is ideal for collectors on a small budget. Not only can you put together an impressive collection in a short space of time, but you can also provide a fascinating insight into the history of fashion.
Month: March 2015
Citrus-Inspired Spa Treatments
Re-energize your spirit with these do-it-yourself citrus-inspired spa treatments for your hands and feet.
Fruit Salad Turned into Art
Combine cottage cheese, berries and melon to make a delicious and beautiful fruit salad with this recipe.
Does Your Cilantro Grow Flowers Too Quickly? Here’s Why
Because cilantro grows quite quickly, it can often go to flower before herb gardeners want it too. They know that the leaves are at their most flavorful before the plant goes to flower. How do we prevent it from getting away from us and creating a flower shoot too soon?
Amongst Forest Animals – A.D. Williams
“I would rather be amongst forest animals and the sounds of nature, than amongst city traffic and the noise of man.” ~ A.D. Williams
Homesteads and a Sod House
Early homesteaders in the plains states used the supplies at hand to build tight shelters for the severe winters they must endure. Since there were often no trees, they plowed up the native prairie sod where the Buffalo had so recently roamed. The author describes living in a sod house. She tells of a time that is long gone and will never return.
All About Lavender
Lavender is not only a beautiful color and flower, but a healing herb. Here’s some ways you can use lavender in recipes or around your home.
Lime Pork Tenderloin
Enjoy a tasty lime pork tenderloin that’s good for you, too! Steam up some veggies and cook quinoa or brown rice to go with it.
Simplest Taste – Oscar Wilde
“I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.” ~ Oscar Wilde
Cincinnati Chili
Get the perfect balance of heat and spices with this delicious homemade chili.
Personal, In-Home Health Spa
Treat yourself to a restorative herbal mask or an aromatherapy massage. Here are a few basics for starting your own home spa.
Garlic Salmon with Black Bean Sauce
Garlic-infused salmon with black bean sauce has Omega-3s, cancer-protective garlic & fiber for a healthy dinner. Try this delicious dish!
5 Cheap Beauty Tips
These tips rely on natural products which you may have in the garden, or in your store, cupboard or fridge. You can look good without spending a fortune on cosmetics with added chemicals. Read this article to find out how to have great skin and hair without spending much money.
Forget The Pricey Trip to The Spa with Simple DIY Tips and Tricks
By preparing your own body care products, you can have beautiful-looking skin, slow down premature skin aging and save money.
3 Hearty Breakfast Recipes
To show you just how easy it can be to create a wonderful breakfast, here are a few recipes that will have you re-envisioning the bagel and hitting your busy morning with a little extra spring in your step.