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Inexpensive and Effective Vegetable Shortening Moisturizer

Make this simple, effective moisturizer in a pinch or any time you need an inexpensive, high-quality body butter.

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Natural Flea and Tick Repellent for Dogs

Alternatives to Dangerous Chemicals.

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Traditional Folk Recipes for the Laundry Room

Our ancestors spent many hours keeping their homes and belongings as clean as possible; since new items were rare, they worked hard to keep old items looking fresh and clean. Here are some tips and wisdom from those days when laundry was an all day affair…

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Rosemary: An Herbal History

Rosemary is a delightfully aromatic herb with a fascinating cultural history. Read on for some tidbits of its symbolism and significance.

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The Perfect Cup

Tea has incredible health benefits. It has no calories, keeps you hydrated, and the kind of caffeine found in tea is far more stable than that of coffee or soft drinks, which means no more energy crashes.