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Fresh aromatic herbs infused into witch hazel to make a wonderful herbal insect repellent for the spring and summer months. The aromatic oils found in plants may help to deter…

Learn how to make beeswax tea light candles with just a few supplies. These homemade tea light candles have an amazing honey aroma from the beeswax, and have a cleaner, brighter burn than…

Learn how to make beeswax candles with just a few simple ingredients. These homemade beeswax candles have an amazing honey aroma to them, but you can mix up the scent…

Skip the Aerogard, Off!, DEET, Bushman’s, or other toxic bug sprays and instead try this natural homemade tick repellent made with ingredients backed by research. I recently went hiking out…

How to dry fresh, cut flowers using the air drying method. Whether it’s your bridal bouquet, an anniversary or Valentine’s Day gift, or a particularly beautiful bunch of flowers you’ve…

Learn how to make potpourri at home using dried flowers and herbs right from your own garden. Preserving flowers by drying them is a great way to create a keepsake…

After two years of growing my hair to waist-length, I finally decided to get it cut at the hair salon. Here’s why. I was debating about cutting my hair for…

Any other coffee lovers out there? I not only love the taste of coffee, but the fragrant scent, too; so I thought it would be a fun little project to…

How to make a homemade oregano oil using the oil infusion method for use as a home remedy for common ailments. Making oregano-infused oil at home is very simple, and it’s a great product…

How to make your own DIY coconut shell candle using a blend of coconut wax and soy wax. This complete beginners guide to candle making is easy to follow and…

An easy homemade method for making your own DIY Orange Blossom Water using fresh or dried organic orange blossoms to produce a clear, citrusy-scented water. This hydrosol can be used in…

Learn how to make DIY candle wax melts using essential oils to fill any room in your home with a natural, non-toxic fragrance. These homemade wax melts are concentrated pieces…

How to make a natural homemade mouthwash to help freshen breath and cleanse the mouth. This mouthwash is alcohol-free, inexpensive, all-natural, and super easy to make yourself! Opting for a…

How to recycle old wetsuits properly. In Australia, the best option to recycle old, worn, unusable wetsuits is to drop off any surf branded wetsuit to Rip Curl stores around…

Two years ago I packed up my life in Sydney and moved up the coast to Queensland, Australia. Since then, I haven’t owned a car. I’ve been using my bicycle…

How to make a natural mould remover for tile grout in the shower without harsh chemicals like bleach. If you notice any dark spots growing in your shower, this may…

This easy homemade DIY window cleaner leaves glass streak-free and sparkling clean with each use. As someone who doesn’t love to clean the house, I need something that works quickly,…

This DIY chamomile hydrosol is great for those with rosacea, acne prone, sensitive or easily-irritated skin. It has many uses including as an all-in-one makeup remover, skin cleanser and toner.…

How to make a healing calendula-infused oil from scratch at home using only two ingredients. Calendula oil is a wonderful oil that has many uses. Two of my favourites are…

Saving seeds from your homegrown vegetables, fruits, herbs, and greens involves three steps: Selecting seeds from the most suitable plants, harvesting them at the right time, and storing them properly…

Regenerative gardening uses the natural ecosystem to help keep pests and diseases under control. Organic practices are used instead of chemicals to encourage plant growth. It’s a more sustainable approach…

In Australia alone, over 300 chemicals are added to water supplies to help disinfect and kill any microorganisms that may cause disease. Some of these chemicals include chlorine, ammonia, fluoride…

How to make homemade DIY Lavender Water using organic fresh or dried lavender buds. This lavender hydrosol can be used in drinks, for skin, in beauty products and more! I…

The average farmer in Australia makes just 18 cents of every dollar when you buy from large supermarkets. The other 82 cents goes to various other middlemen. While farmers help…

Why I shop at thrift stores first. I made a commitment to myself when I moved back in June last year that I would only buy clothing secondhand. If I…

Since June 6, 2021, I have lived my life without a car. Why? One of the biggest reasons was to cut expenses – it’s way cheaper to not own a…

How to make peppermint-infused oil without all the distilling equipment! This is the method I use for making peppermint-infused oil from scratch, that doesn’t require distilling. Infused oils have become one of my favourite DIYs to make at home…

Beeswax wraps are a great plastic-free alternative for storing food, however they can lose their stickiness relatively quickly. Here is a beeswax wrap recipe that gives an even stickier wrap…

Not all of us have land or space on our property suitable for a compost bin. Here’s how to compost without a compost bin, in your very own kitchen. I…

How to make a homemade grapefruit-infused oil using the oil infusion method for use in skin care, to help promote healthy hair growth, to promote relaxation, and more. After having such success in making…

How to recycle takeaway coffee cups. Single-use coffee cups can now be recycled in Australia!! Since launching in January 2019, we’ve been able to divert over 150,000 single use coffee…

How to properly soak and sprout nuts, seeds, grains, and legumes to reduce phytic acid, lectins, and other antinutrients naturally found in these foods, which can harm the digestive tract…

Despite using bug-repelling sprays, citronella candles, and swatting away pesky mosquitoes, the bug bites are inevitable part of summer when enjoying the great outdoors. This natural bug bite relief balm,…

Here is how to extract the aloe gel from an aloe vera plant using the easiest possible method, as well as how to thicken homemade aloe vera gel naturally for…

How to make a herbal body wash that’s all natural, incredibly moisturising and cleansing for the skin, and contains no essential oils. Making soap can be complicated. Caustic chemicals such…

Learn how to make coconut wax candles with this simple recipe. Supplies needed are wicks, coconut wax, soy wax, and jars. Indoor air pollutants are often two to five times higher than…

How to recycle a bamboo toothbrush properly. A full step-by-step guide – plus ways to upcycle a toothbrush! I been using bamboo toothbrushes for the past couple of years now,…

How to make a homemade lavender infused oil using the oil infusion method for use in aromatherapy, skin care, hair care, as a massage oil, to remove makeup, and more. Below is a step-by-step…

How to make a homemade tooth powder, rather than a paste, that helps remineralise teeth using all-natural ingredients like bentonite clay, calcium powder, baking soda, herbs and spices. I’ve shared…

How to make an all-natural healing balm to help moisturise and heal skin abrasions, cuts, bruises, scars or blemishes. This balm contains rich oils and herbs, including coconut oil, olive…