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Category Archives: Home and Hearth
All Natural Disinfectant Spray
Ingredients: * 15 drops Lavender EO * 2 drops Eucalyptus EO * 8 drops Lemon EO * 2 oz distilled water Directions Put in spray bottle. Shake well before use. Use this on doorknobs, countertops, etc.!
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Remove Lipstick Stains
Rub with shortening and wash with washing soda.
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Cleaning Marks Out of Glass Coffee Pots
Add lots of salt, ice cubes and a little water. Swirl coffee pot around until marks are gone.
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Heavy Duty Hand Cleanser
Inspired by Better Basics for the Home, by Annie B. Bond (Three Rivers Press, 1999) – courtesy of Care2.com This simple formula gets dirty hands squeaky clean without drying or harming the skin. Perfect for gardeners (’tis the season) but … Continue reading
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Natural Furniture Polish
* Ylang-Ylang 10 drops * Jojoba Oil 1 fluid ounce (30 ml) Use this polish on your furniture for a beautiful shine. Combine ingredients and gently polish. These recipes were taken from “500 Formulas for Aromatherapy” by Carol & David … Continue reading
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Spring Cleaning With Aromatherapy
Cleaning out drawers and closets…rearranging them to match the new season, and storing winter clothes is a spring ritual at most homes. First, empty the drawers, vacuum out any debris, wipe them with a damp cloth, then spritz them with … Continue reading
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Craft an Herbal Holiday
The crowded malls, gift-wrapping, travel organizing – the frenzy of the holidays can turn anyone into a scrooge. And while expensive presents might be the first things you see at the mall, sometimes the best gifts are homemade, especially when … Continue reading
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Scented Pinecones
Items Needed: * Cinnamon* * Ginger* * Nutmeg* * Craft glue mixed with equal amounts of water * Foam brush * Pinecones *Add any other spices that you like the smell of. Mix in the proportions that you desire. Rinse … Continue reading
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Kitchen Potpourri
This potpourri has a warm “welcome home” aroma that’s pleasant any time of year. INGREDIENTS * 1 tablespoon aniseed * 1 tablespoon allspice * 6 nutmegs * 6 cinnamon sticks, coarsely broken * 1 teaspoon powdered ginger * ¼ cup … Continue reading
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Top Ten Uses of Baking Soda
1. Drain cleaner: Pour one cup down the drain followed by three cups of boiling water. 2. Chemical smells out of clothes: Soak clothes for two to three hours or overnight, in one cup of baking soda. Agitate the machine … Continue reading
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