Category Archives: Making a Home

How to Preserve Pretty Much Anything

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

2 Week Spring Cleaning Challenge

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

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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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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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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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The Perfect Christmas Tree

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

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It Worked for Me! Natural Living Tips from the Trenches

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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DIY Non-Toxic Kitchen Cleanser

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

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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![...]

Homemade Self-Rising Flour

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

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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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Cinnamon & Clove Tooth Powder

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

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Non-Toxic, Homemade Diaper Cream

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

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