Soap-on-a-rope is more than just a catchy rhyme. It's a decorative way to display soap that also keeps it from getting soft or sitting in a little soap puddle in your shower or bath. These rosemary lemon soap-on-a-rope stars come straight from the garden into the holiday gift-giving season. This ... Read More about Video: Rosemary Lemon Soap-on-a-Rope {Stars and Bars}
Homemade Scented Pinecones and a Pretty DIY Diffuser
Many people believe that aromatherapy has the power to heal our bodies and calm our minds. Whether you believe in the purported healing benefits of aromatherapy or not, smelling your favorite fragrances can make you feel relaxed, revitalized, and comforted. This can be especially nice during the ... Read More about Homemade Scented Pinecones and a Pretty DIY Diffuser
Garden Tour: The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is THE garden to see when visiting Austin, Texas. Join me on a photo tour of the gardens, woodland, meadows, and grassland trails that make up this diverse and exciting education and conservation space. I jumped at the opportunity to attend a business ... Read More about Garden Tour: The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Vanilla Bean Winter Lotion Bar
This vanilla bean lotion bar recipe is formulated specifically for the cool winter months in a cold climate. In winter, lotion bars that contain beeswax can become too hard and waxy to apply to skin, but this recipe is ideal! The lotion bars are also much smaller as they are made in an ice cube ... Read More about Vanilla Bean Winter Lotion Bar
How to Cut Butternut Squash for Recipes
The earthy, nutty flavor of butternut squash is perfectly comforting on a cold autumn day. If you are not used to cooking with this rich, delicious squash, it can be difficult to know what to even do with it. Follow these simple steps to prep and cut butternut squash and you’ll be on your way to pro ... Read More about How to Cut Butternut Squash for Recipes