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Bethany needs an easy and natural non-toxic cleaning spray recipe that won't irritate sensitive skin. I've got one for her -- we've been using it for 15 years! Watch, listen, or read for my homemade, all-purpose cleaning spray with essential oils! | AskWardee.tv

Homemade Non-Toxic All-Purpose Cleaning Spray With Essential Oils & A FREE Glass Spray Bottle #AskWardee 061

Want to use herbal extracts ... but not if they're made with alcohol? Judy B. is in the same boat... She has small children and prefers not to give them alcohol. Watch, listen, or read to learn how to make powerful herbal extracts -- without alcohol! | AskWardee.tv

Alcohol-Free Herbal Tinctures — Super Easy! #AskWardee 055

2 Natural Cold Remedies That Really Work! | The week before last, I felt that tell-tale tickle in the back of my throat and had a full-blown cold within 24 hours. I used 2 natural remedies to get over it quickly. Keep reading to find out what remedies actually worked! | AskWardee.tv

2 Natural Cold Remedies That Really Work! #AskWardee 054

Homemade beauty products almost always require melting beeswax and fat over a double boiler, so I avoid making them. Until the Instant Pot and its handy Keep Warm button. Could that work for melting fat and beeswax WITHOUT the double boiler? Keep reading to find out!

Instant Pot Hard Lotion Bars

The Instant Pot is the perfect tool for making a handmade salve. The process is even mostly hands-free with just 2 simple steps. First, you make an herb-infused oil. Second, you make an herbal salve.

How To Make An Herbal Salve In The Instant Pot

homemade dog food in the instant pot

Homemade Dog Food In The Instant Pot

Want to try some sprouting? A sprouting screen will run you about $7. If you want 4 jars of sprouts going at the same time, that's $28 It adds up! Or, you can do what Morgen did and make DIY sprouting lids for just 5 cents each! Here's how!

DIY Sprouting Lids {for just 5 cents!}

Want to use herbal extracts ... but not if they're made with alcohol? Judy B. is in the same boat... She has small children and prefers not to give them alcohol. Watch, listen, or read to learn how to make powerful herbal extracts -- without alcohol! | AskWardee.tv

How To Make An Herbal Tincture (aka Herbal Extract)

#AskWardee 002: How to Make Coconut Kefir | "How do I make coconut kefir?" is the question I'm answering on today's #AskWardee. There are actually 3 varieties depending on what liquid and culture you choose. Do you know all 3? | AskWardee.tv

What Are Your Top Ways To Use Essential Oils? #AskWardee 034

Whether it's aches, pains, or sore muscles, or connecting physically with your one and only...massage is the answer. And to do the job right -- you need massage oil. Not lotion. So in our house, homemade massage oil with essential oils is IT.

Homemade Massage Oil With Essential Oils

Herbal bath tea is incredibly easy to make AND can be made in endless variations to suit many different purposes. Not to mention, they make unique gifts! When herbs are added to a warm bath, the soothing or healing benefits of the herbs are absorbed through the skin.

How To Make Relaxing Herbal Bath Teas

How To Make An Herbal Eye Pillow For Relaxation & Headache Relief | Tired eyes? Stressed? Have a headache? Can’t sleep? An herbal eye pillow may be just the thing you need! With the weight of the rice and the soothing scent of lavender, you can rest and relax to your heart's content. Plus, these pillows are so quick and easy to make, you can give them to all of your friends, too!

How To Make An Herbal Eye Pillow For Relaxation & Headache Relief

Are you searching for a chemical-free, economical shave gel? One that leaves your skin feeling super soft and nourished? Look no further! This easy, homemade 3-ingredient gel uses healing herbs, soothing Aloe vera, and olive oil for a smooth shave that is kind to your skin.

Homemade 3-Ingredient Shave Gel

It's spring cleaning time! Did you know that some cleaners may be detrimental to your health? Luckily, you can clean without chemicals -- and your home will shine from top to bottom. Say hello to homemade cleaners! You probably have most of the ingredients already. Here are 10 of the most common areas of your home and how to keep them naturally clean.

10 Ways To Spring Clean Your Home Without Chemicals

14 Herbs to Boost Immunity {pssst! 8 may already be in your kitchen!} | Winter is typically a time for sickness -- but it doesn't have to be. These immune-boosting herbs are easily added to your diet so that you can be healthy all season long! Some are are probably in your kitchen cabinets already. | TraditionalCookingSchool.com

14 Herbs to Boost Immunity {pssst! 8 may already be in your kitchen!}

Just before the cold sets in, God leaves us a final parting gift before winter hibernation... The black walnut tree is ready for harvest. We had been purchasing an herbal mixture for our goats. When we realized the main ingredient was black walnut hull, it was a no-brainer! Time to put these ankle-rollers to good use because black walnuts have amazing properties!

How to Make a Black Walnut Tincture

Are you ready to be inspired with herbal gift ideas that are beautiful, thoughtful, healthy, and homemade? You've come to the right place! We've gathered 20 homemade herbal gifts -- including teas, salves, and culinary creations -- for everyone on your list.

20 Homemade Herbal Gifts

With autumn in the breeze, winter soon to follow, and many of our kids back to school, virus season is just around the corner. Oregano oil, or oregano essential oil, is often in the spotlight as an excellent herbal remedy. Here's how to choose and use oregano oil wisely.

How to Use Oregano Oil Safely