At my local dentist office, I am the girl that makes my own toothpaste. True story, it’s written in my file. And every time I visit the dentist, the hygienist always asks me why and how I make my own…

Conscious and Creative Notions
Making scrunchies is an easy scrap buster project and fun to boot. I recently got this gorgeous Reformation (100% silk) dress second hand for my brother's wedding. I just love the fabric and pattern! ...
It feels like my feed was filled with two options this holiday season—a Ralph Lauren Christmas or a Little Women Christmas. It’s not a surprise that I’d fall into the later category. These trends ...
My mother and grandmothers are master gardeners, having a presence with plants that is humble while having a deep unassuming knowledge. I've been loving having my own garden the last two years and am ...
This DIY craft is perfect for beginners and a great scrap buster project. It’s quick and easy to sew and makes a great gift! Especially for upcoming Mother’s Day and Father’s Day! Anyone with glasses, ...
Ambling out to the kitchen in the summer mornings, I grab my cup of coffee and gaze out the back door’s window to our garden. As the aroma from my drink drifts up and I suppress a yawn, the birds are ...
At my local dentist office, I am the girl that makes my own toothpaste. True story, it’s written in my file. And every time I visit the dentist, the hygienist always asks me why and how I make my own…
Happy April Fool’s Day! My mom is the queen, the actual queen, of April Fool’s pranks. I am not. But I can write some humorous stories on occasion. This post is a part of a series of flash fiction pieces…
I think I created two of my all-time favorite pages this month! I went with a subtle teal theme this month that runs throughout all my April pages. You know that old saying “April showers bring May flowers.” Well, you…
I’ve been stuck in a serious reading slump. I haven’t finished any of the books I’m currently “reading” this month. On Goodreads, it says I’m five books behind schedule of my goal to read fifty books. I think reading fifty…
I switched to the curly girl hair method about eight months ago. See my zero waste curly girl hair care routine here! In sticking to my zero waste beauty routine, I needed a zero-waste yet curly girl friendly hair gel….
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