Category: The Natural Home
Mindful Stewardship & Chemical-Free Living
Transform your living space into a sanctuary of wellness. The Natural Home is a curated collection of “from-scratch” solutions for a non-toxic household. Drawing on over two decades of sustainable living experience, we share traditional wisdom updated for the modern pioneer—from the antimicrobial power of essential oils to the practical simplicity of vinegar and baking soda. Whether you are detoxifying your laundry routine, exploring historical “make-do” cleaning tips, or mastering household organization, discover the skills needed to maintain a healthy, eco-friendly home.
Discover smart ways to save money at home. Learn how to cut costs by reusing plastic wrap, packing your own lunch, and more.
Go early, check items for tears, stains, or breakage, offer lower prices, and don’t be embarrassed about buying at garage sales.
Moving can be a stressful time for everyone involved, but don’t make it more stressful than it needs to be. Just getting started is the hardest part. Here are few tips to point you in the right direction.
Save money on housing and home expenses, furniture buying, insulation, home repairs and more.
Information on saving money on your electricity bill. Save money with expert advice and real world strategies that keep your money where it belongs, in your pocket.
How to clean a porcelain sink and how to remove ink from leather.
Common basic ingredients used for most homemade cleaners can be bought in the grocery store.
Have you ever wondered what people used to clean their house before so many different kinds of cleaning products were so readily available on the market? Many of these ideas are not new and have been around for a long time.
Save time and energy with these cleaning tips. Learn how simple changes in your habits can make a big difference.
For most cotton blankets, you can just throw them in the washing machine and all will be fine, but for some, this may not be the case.
Tea Tree oil is one of the most popular of the essential oils. It is one of the strongest natural antiseptics, commonly referred to as the “Universal Antiseptic.” This quality makes it one of the most worthwhile ingredients in homemade cleaning recipes.
You have probably noticed that non-toxic, healthy cleaning products tend to be too expensive. You