Home Remedies. Simple, natural solutions for everyday homestead living. Whether it’s freshening the laundry with essential oils, homemade soap, air fresheners, herbal teas and more. This is where we share practical ways to care for your home and family using what you already have. We share these time-tested budget-friendly tips into daily life.
This Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub is like fall baking for your skin. Quick to make, smells amazing, and leaves you soft and glowing. Fall is the season of cozy sweaters, warm drinks, and yes, pumpkin spice everything! This homemade Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub is an easy way to bring those autumn vibes into your skincare […]
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In the world of homesteading and self-reliance, few remedies are as simple, affordable, and surprisingly powerful as the humble castor oil pack. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, castor oil has earned its place in the natural wellness toolkit for everything from pain relief to digestive support. But one of its most intriguing applications is
How to Make and Use a Castor Oil Pack for Natural Healing Read Post »
This basic sugar scrub recipe is the perfect place to start. Once you know the simple formula, you’ll be able to mix and match oils, sugars, and scents to make your own personalized scrubs at home. There’s nothing better than keeping skincare simple, natural, and affordable. That’s why I love making homemade sugar scrubs. With
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Tried-and-True Natural Relief from mosquito bites to stop the itching from the Homestead. There’s nothing like enjoying a peaceful evening on the porch. Until the mosquitoes show up. If you’re anything like me, a single mosquito bite can turn into days of miserable itching. It’s even worse when family members have the same reaction. That’s
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If you’ve ever wondered about Red Clover vs. White Clover and which one makes the better herbal tea? Or the better choice for your homestead. This guide will help you sort it all out. This year, our backyard exploded with clover. Especially red and white varieties. My daughter and her friend started drying flower heads
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Should I reach for Vaseline or lotion? With so many skincare products on the market, choosing the better choice for your unique skin can feel overwhelming. When your skin feels dry, irritated, or flaky, you may find yourself standing in the skincare aisle wondering what to choose. This guide will walk you through the key
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Making your own dandelion infused oil is a wonderful first step into the world of herbal remedies. And a great addition to your natural skincare products. If you’ve ever looked out at a field of dandelions and seen a pesky weed, you might be surprised to learn those little yellow flowers are packed with medicinal
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I started making this simple homemade comfrey salve when I heard it can be a natural way to soothe aches and pains and dry skin. If you’ve been curious about comfrey cream or comfrey ointment, this recipe is a great way to start. What Is Comfrey? Comfrey is a leafy green plant with deep roots
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Making your own homemade dandelion salve is a great way to put these fresh flowers to good use. If you’ve ever looked at a field full of dandelions and wondered if those yellow flower heads were good for anything other than taking over your front yard, we have ideas for you. That pesky weed growing
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This homemade herbal bath salts recipe is a great way to unwind, soothe sore muscles, and infuse a bit of nature’s comfort into your bath products. All using simple ingredients you may already have at home. After a long day tending the garden, chasing animals, or simply managing the daily hustle of homestead life, there’s
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Learn how to make a reed diffuser and best essential oil refills. If you’ve ever walked into a room and been instantly soothed by a subtle, refreshing aroma, chances are you’ve experienced the calming effect of a reed diffuser. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know to create your own long-lasting, non-toxic
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With our easy guide you can make Kombucha. It’s easier than you may be thinking. Craft your own kombucha at home using pantry staples and a living culture. Learn the full process from sweet tea to SCOBY and beyond—with tips for first-time brewers, homesteaders, and fermentation lovers. Why Learn to Brew Your Own Kombucha? Making
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Making your own beeswax lip balm at home is easy, fun, and incredibly rewarding. If you’ve ever suffered from dry lips in the winter or wished for a more natural alternative to store-bought lip balm, good news. We have a simple, soothing DIY lip balm recipe using simple ingredients. With just a little time,
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You don’t have to be a beekeeper to use beeswax. While our friend does have an abundance on hand as a beekeeper, I’ve found you can purchase this amazing substance online. Once you have it on hand, you’ll find lots of uses for it. This natural product can be used in many of my DIY
How to Use Beeswax: 20+ Smart and Creative Ways Read Post »
Today, we’re sharing our step-by-step guide on making homemade dandelion tea, 3 different brews. If you’ve ever looked at those bright yellow flowers scattered across your lawn and thought of them as just pesky dandelions, it’s time for a mindset shift. Those little blooms—Taraxacum officinale, to be exact—are part of the asteraceae family. They hold
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Make beautiful colors with natural and easy ways to dye Easter eggs. One of my favorite parts of the Easter tradition is gathering around the kitchen table with the whole family to dye Easter eggs. While the store-bought kits are convenient, there’s something extra special (and fun!) about using natural ingredients right from your pantry,
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If you’ve ever wished your hair felt shinier, stronger, or just a little less blah, a rosemary hair rinse might be exactly what your hair care routine needs. This natural remedy has been used for centuries, and it’s having a major moment on social media—for good reason. According to Very Well Health, it hasn’t been
Rosemary Hair Rinse: A Simple Herbal Remedy for Hair Read Post »
Growing your own herbal tea garden in your kitchen is a fun and relaxing project. It’s also a great way to bring the joys of gardening indoors. Whether you live on a large homestead or in a small apartment, cultivating homegrown herbs for delicious tea is a great idea that can enhance your health, home,
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When your budget gets tight, it makes sense to figure out what great depression life hacks would help you make ends meet. In today’s world of rising grocery costs, expensive convenience foods, and an over-reliance on store-bought counterparts, there’s something comforting and inspiring about looking back at how Depression-era folks got by with so little.
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This simple at-home oatmeal bath remedy has stood the test of time for its powerful anti-inflammatory effects, skin protectant benefits, and ease of preparation with ingredients you probably already have at home. If you’re dealing with dry skin, irritated skin, or a variety of skin conditions like eczema, diaper rash, or contact dermatitis, there’s a
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