Category Archives: Making a Home

Summertime is a time of bounty - so here's a thoroughly packed guide to how to preserve pretty much ANYTHING - from apples, bamboo shoots, and cherry blossoms to salmon, yams, and zucchini!
The Ultimate Preservation Guide: How to Preserve {Pretty Much} Anything

This time of year, the inevitable question is: what can I do with all the[...]

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Jul
Spring Cleaning: Are You Up for the Challenge?
2 Week Spring Cleaning Challenge

Deep cleaning your home can be fun AND easy. Our tips & pretty printable organize[...]

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13
Apr
Green Cleaning for the Health of Your Pets

Just because your cleaners are natural doesn't mean they're safe for your pets! Here are[...]

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10
Apr
Use your slow cooker and make it easy to stick to the paleo or grain-free diet! With more than 145 recipes, you can't go wrong. :) Pin now to make later!
145+ Paleo & Grain-Free Slow Cooker Recipes

If you're needing to be Paleo or grain-free or just want a whole catalogue of[...]

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19
Mar
My All-Purpose, All-Natural Daily Cleaner

This simple, frugal, non-toxic all-purpose cleaner will have your home clean in a jiffy![...]

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19
Feb
What Makes a Christmas Tree Perfect + #ShareATree
The Perfect Christmas Tree

What makes a Christmas tree perfect? In my mind, it's all about its purpose -[...]

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22
Dec
It Worked for Me! Natural Living Tips from the Trenches
June 11, 2014

Read tips from other real food cooks and naturally-minded parents about what makes life easier,[...]

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In celebration of Spring Cleaning….

May is Spring Cleaning month here at Nourishing Joy, so to make things TIDY, I'm[...]

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23
May
What to do when you don’t want to make your own cleaners (and a giveaway)

If making your own cleaners isn't an option for you, here's a chance to win[...]

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21
May
Use these little-known tips to get your home clean - REALLY clean - all the while feeling smart and savvy.
22 Little-Known Tips to {Really} Clean Your Home

Knowing your home is truly clean is deep-down satisfying, so here's a handful of my[...]

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19
May
How to Make 27 Homemade Cleaners that actually work | NourishingJoy.com
How to Make 27 Homemade Cleaners

Making even just one homemade cleaning product can reduce the number of toxins to which[...]

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16
May
DIY Dishwasher Detergent Pucks

DIY Dishwasher Detergent Pucks provide a simple, frugal, eco-friendly solution to store-bought dishwasher pucks and[...]

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07
Apr
Got Raw Milk? Questions to Ask Your Farmer

Raw milk is remarkably safe to consume, HOWEVER it can become unsafe if it’s produced,[...]

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20
Feb
How to Make Your Own Brown Sugar

Make your own brown sugar with two simple ingredients! Save money and use wholesome sweeteners[...]

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28
Jan
DIY Homemade Cling Wrap: A Natural Plastic Wrap Alternative

DIY homemade cling wrap is an eco-friendly, creative solution to using plastic wrap in your[...]

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14
Jan
How to Make Reusable Gift Bags

Learn how to make reusable gift bags that can be gifted over and over again![...]

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05
Dec
Cranberry Orange Christmas Potpourri - the scent of heaven :)
Cranberry & Orange Christmas Potpourri: A Soul Warming Gift

  Often in the late autumn and early winter, life is busy but I want[...]

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04
Dec
Thanksgiving Meal Planning Made Easy

Planning a large meal can be overwhelming, but here's a whole slew of ideas to[...]

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11
Nov
DIY Non-Toxic Kitchen Cleanser

Harnessing the power of fresh citrus but significantly better for long term storage, this DIY[...]

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08
Nov
1 Quick Tip for Making EASY Use of ALL Those E-books Piled Up on Your Computer

With this one simple tip, turn your entire e-book collection into a helpful, FUNCTIONAL library![...]

08
Nov
Homemade Self-Rising Flour

Knowing how to make homemade self-rising flour is a great quick kitchen helper! Memorize this[...]

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28
Sep
Traditional Recipes Bundle Sale: 17 e-books for $14.97

Get 800+ real food recipes in 17 e-books for $14.97 - a lovely little collection[...]

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17
Sep
Cinnamon & Clove Tooth Powder

This tooth powder is an excellent way to clean your teeth, freshen your breath, and[...]

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15
Aug
Non-Toxic, Homemade Diaper Cream

Making your own homemade diaper cream minimizes the toxins to which your baby is exposed[...]

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10
Aug