Two years ago I started making my own natural insect repellent spray and anti bug balm for our family. After getting tired of staring at all the many not so great for you bug sprays at the store and trying to find one that didn't contain harmful ingredients, I gave up! Making your own bug spray and anti bug balm is actually a lot simpler than you might think. I'm gonna share my … [Read more...] about Make Your Own All Natural Bug Balm
Watercolor Painting With Ice Cubes – Fun Summer Art Project For Kids
Even when it's hot outside, my kids want to be outdoors! They love fresh air as much as I do and would honestly rather be doing outdoor activities rather than laying around inside all day. (I actually like the sound of laying around but that's not an option with my adventurous kids!). So I always try to come up with several activities that we can try out each week. This … [Read more...] about Watercolor Painting With Ice Cubes – Fun Summer Art Project For Kids
DIY Perfume With Essential Oils: Simple Summer Fragrance Recipe
If you are looking for an all natural fragrance that you can quickly whip up on your own, I have the perfect DIY perfume with essential oils recipe! It's simple since it has only three ingredients and one bottle will last you quite awhile! Many perfumes contain harsh alcohols and chemicals so this all natural fragrance is a healthier option. This DIY fragrance oil is the best … [Read more...] about DIY Perfume With Essential Oils: Simple Summer Fragrance Recipe
How To Make A Homemade Face Mask For Skin Tightening And Hydration
With summer weather in full swing, it's important to keep our skin hydrated. Keeping your water bottle in arms reach is a good way to keep your body hydrated but what about our faces? I don't know about you but if I'm not careful, my face can get pretty dry during the summer. I love using this easy homemade face mask 1-2 times a week to make sure my face is staying fresh and … [Read more...] about How To Make A Homemade Face Mask For Skin Tightening And Hydration
Foam DIY Photo Album for Kids To Record Their Summer Fun
We take lots of pictures in general but especially over the summer. Family trips to the beach for water play and local day trips are what are summers usually consist of for us. The problem is that we don't usually print the pictures off after our fun is had. I don't think I am alone here! However, my daughter loves looking at pictures of herself and telling stories about the … [Read more...] about Foam DIY Photo Album for Kids To Record Their Summer Fun
Cooling DIY Face Mist Spray for Summer
Summer days are HOT! I don't mind the heat but I still can feel a bit overheated when I spend too much time outside during the summer months. This Cooling DIY Face Mist is perfect for those hot summer days. It's made with just 3 ingredients! This face mist spray is super simple to make and so refreshing too. The essential oils in this facial mist spray are soothing to the skin … [Read more...] about Cooling DIY Face Mist Spray for Summer
Essential Oils Home Remedy For Insect Bites
I can just feel summer a comin'! We completely skipped over Spring and have landed into Summer and I'm not complaining one bit! I love that the days stay lighter for longer and all the fun activities my kids can get into outside. With warmer temps come...yep, the bugs! I don't mind lots of the bugs that come out but the ones that bite, those little suckers aren't loved by us … [Read more...] about Essential Oils Home Remedy For Insect Bites