Bacon. Ham. Pork chops. Sausages. Pastry. Lard. So many great products from one animal. My husband and I have been raising our own animals for meat, dairy, eggs and honey for the last few years. Up until last fall, the only meat we had produced ourselves was chicken. And farm-raised, free-range chicken is unbeatable. But […]
Homemade Shampoo With Rye Flour: Natural Pro-V for Thick, Shiny, Healthy Hair!
on March 11, 2014
In our day and age shampoo is a necessity. Everyone has it, and everyone uses it frequently. Most commercial shampoos are made of a number of ingredients, almost all of them being chemicals, and almost none of them being natural. Shampoo is actually a detergent, rather than a soap. If you read the ingredients, you […]
Off The Shelf: Homemade Alternatives to the Condiments and Snacks you Love.
on March 2, 2014
Coming to you from some of the top real-food bloggers on the web! Off The Shelf is a brand new e-book loaded with easy to make recipes for condiments, toppings and snacks you love. Included is my own Asian Plum Sauce recipe! Save your health and your money by making your own! Note: You do […]
How to Make Whole Grain Pancake Mix From Scratch
on February 28, 2014
Pancakes are a treat in my household, and also a go-to meal when I am on the run. I make them for breakfast on school mornings, and I make them when I am late arriving home for the evening, and I need a quick meal on the table. I am not a fan of any […]
The Best Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce Ever!
on February 10, 2014
Nothing beats a hot fudge sundae… unless it is a hot fudge sundae made with homemade ice cream and homemade hot fudge sauce. Most hot fudge sauces contain artificial flavor and color, preservatives, high fructose corn syrup and thickeners, making it a treat not worthy of it’s calling. Thankfully it is easy to make with […]
How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar from Apple Peelings.
on January 24, 2014
Apple cider vinegar has become a buzz word amongst the health-conscious crowd lately, and rightfully so. It is not only a culinary necessity, but it can cure skin conditions, detangle hair, stop heartburn, play a roll in weight loss and detox the body. Click here for more information on apple cider vinegar. Real apple cider […]
Dear Kathie Lee and Hoda (but Mostly Kathie Lee) – Bullying is NOT OK!
on January 18, 2014
This one is for everyone, since we are all affected by bullying. My blogger friend Jacquelyn from Little Owl Crunchy Mama was verbally attacked on national television by two well-known hosts of Today Show: Kathie Lee and Hoda. What for? Because she has chosen to not use shampoo to wash her hair with for the last 5 […]
DIY Sweater Pillow Tutorial: Cheap, Cozy Style!
on January 17, 2014
You’ve seen them in upper end decorating stores, or in display windows. Sweater pillows. They are slightly boho, cute, cozy and… EXPENSIVE!! They usually start at about $30. I have been decorating a new guest room that will be used by my teenaged niece for a while, and the budget is low. I really loved those […]
My Journey Towards Learning Homesteading Life Skills: Carding Wool
on January 10, 2014
Wool. Carding. Spinning. Weaving. These words are all a part of our heritage from many years ago, that lasted for hundreds, if not thousands of years. The common people knew how to make their own fibre from what they had available, and most areas had wool available, from a variety of sources. Today, in first […]
Top 10 Last Minute DIY Christmas Gift Ideas From My Healthy Green Family
on December 20, 2013
Ahhhh! Christmas has snuck up again! Here are some basic last minute Christmas gifts that can be made up hours before Christmas, rather than days or weeks. 2 Ingredient Whipped Body Butter: Decadent, smooth and rich. Also works as a fantastic shaving cream! Lip Balm Recipes: Honey Vanilla, Chocolate Chip Mint, and Sweet Almond. […]
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