Homemade, Natural Febreze Have you seen the latest batch of Febreze ads? Their slogan is “breathe happy.” Unfortunately, breathing in these toxic chemicals does not make me happy: And this is only a partial list–read more on Environmental Working Group’s site. “But wait!” you say. For one single reason–they don’t have to be. Under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, manufacturers are not required to list all ingredients of household cleaners. Thankfully, you can make your own odor eliminator spray for pennies and you won’t have to worry about residue on the baby’s crib–on the dog’s chew toys–on anything at all. You’ll need: A clean, empty spray bottle 1 tablespoon baking soda 2 cups distilled water 10 drops essential oil (a single scent, or a mixture. Measure the baking soda into a bowl and add the essential oil on top. Using a fork, mix the oil into the baking soda. Put the baking soda/oil mixture into the spray bottle (a funnel helps) and top off with the distilled water. P.S.
A Quick Trick Just a quick post today. I wanted to share a little trick I found from Marian at Miss Mustard Seed (careful if you go to her site you may be there all day). This, in my view was a miracle worker on some old nightstands I found at a thrift shop. I scored two matching nightstands for $20. Enter on Center Stage the Vinegar and Oil (not just for salads, people). Like Marian suggested, I did a mixture of 3/4 cup of oil and 1/4 cup vinegar and had some to spare. Note: You can use cider vinegar and olive oil...really whatever you have on hand. Mix together and dip a rag in it and simply wipe.... Before After...amazing right?! Here is the finished project a few weeks later.
Eggshells as Organic Pest Control - Get Busy Gardening 2K+ The flea beetles have been worse than ever this summer, and the Japanese beetles are no fun either. On top of that, the slugs have been turning my hostas into swiss cheese. (Ahhh, the joys of gardening) I need all the help I can get fighting these and other pests in the garden. There is a well known organic pesticide called diatomaceous earth, which is basically the fossilized remains of creatures that are ground into a fine powder. This works as an organic pesticide because it gets under the shells of beetles and acts like bits of glass to cut them up and kill them. Snails and slugs will also die if they slink across it, and it works as a deterrent. I eat a lot of eggs, so I have plenty of eggshells. Eggshells as organic pest control: Allow the eggshells to dry out before crushing them. Grind the eggshells into a powder using a food processor or coffee grinder. The coffee grinder does a great job of grinding the eggshells into a powder. You can’t beat free organic pest control.
* Maria's Self *: DIY Toilet Bombs - Deodorize & Kill Bacteria! Just Drop One in the Bowl;-))) Remember I told you in my previous post that the next product in my store will be an "outside the box" one? Well, you've been warned;-))) I came up with the idea of Toilet Bombs a few months ago. At first I thought it would be embarrassing to make a post about them but I fell so much in love with these toilet bombs that I just HAD to share the idea with you - I'm seriously addicted! When I drop them in the toilet bowl they start fizzing (= exploding;-) and not only do they smell amazing they also deodorize, kill the bacteria (including the odor-causing ones!) and keep the bowl clean. WHAT I USE: (for approx. 24 bombs) --1 1/3 cup Baking Soda - amazing for all-natural cleaning AND deodorizing! --1/2 cup Citric Acid - (low-strength acid that exists naturally in fruits like lemons & oranges) - used in many kitchen & bathroom cleaners for its cleaning, whitening & deodorizing properties About me: Find this post helpful?
Mrs White s Swatnot all natural fly spray - 250 ml Mrs White's - Swatnot - All natural fly spray - 250ml Responding to the hundreds of devoted users of Mrs White's 'Unstung Hero' & 'Moth Off' who expressly requested a natural fly spray, Roullier White is thrilled to announce the arrival of Mrs White's Swatnot™. Swanot™ is a completely natural people, pet and planet friendly fly spray which effectively eradicates house and stable flies whilst posing no risk to you or your family's health at all. Swatnot™ all natural fly spray is the most humane way to kill flies, with immediate and effective results thanks to Swantot™'s unique blend of essential oils including highly precious chrysanthemum absolute; a natural extract which destroys flies in the same way as dangerous chemical pesticide alternatives. Swantot™ all natural fly spray can be used around the home and thanks to Mrs White's unique blend of high grade essential oils your home will be left fly free but fragrant.
Crystal Grids and the Hibiscus Moon Crystal Academy Crystal Grids and Hibiscus Moon Crystal Academy Merry Meet :)))) I try to only pass along websites that I absolutely adore. So what in the world is a crystal grid? She is the Author of Crystal Grids: How and Why They Work. Hibiscus Moon Shop On the main page of her website you can sign up for a weekly newsletter from her. Sign Up For E-mail and Free Crystals & Our Sacred Spaces Kit I also recommend her free Crystal Goodness Page. Crystal Goodness Page I really hope you enjoy all this as much as I am. :))) I know you will love her energy and the way she presents her material. She also runs a Crystal Academy that is accepting enrollments right now. Love and Blessings, Jasmeine Moonsong
23 Ingenious Uses For White Vinegar By Allison Ford About 10,000 years ago, ancient people discovered a product that would change lives forever. Wine had been around for a while, but after some was allowed to oxidize, vinegar was born. Vinegar’s magic ingredient is acetic acid, which comprises about 5 percent of the finished product. White vinegar has dozens of household applications, and the best part is that it’s green. Kitchen Remedies Besides adding zest to salad dressings, white vinegar is handy for many cooking tasks. 1. 2. 3. 4. Cleaning House Vinegar can help with a variety of cleaning tasks, since the acid acts as a disinfectant and an odor neutralizer. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Cleaning Clothes Vinegar works magic on upholstery and fabric, too. 12. 13. 14. 15. Outdoor Solutions Tough enough even for the outdoors, vinegar can function as a car cleaner and an organic pest remover. 16. 17. 18. 19. Pet Protection There’s no need to use chemicals near pets when vinegar can handle most cleaning and bathing tasks. 20. 21. 22. 23.
PlantVillage | Avocado: Diseases and Pests, Description, Uses, Propagation Algal leaf spot Alga Cephaleuros virescens Symptoms Raised, orange-red spots on both upper and lower surfaces of leaves; spots may coalesce to form irregularly shaped patches; spots may also be present on twigs and branches; when the surface of the spot is scraped away, a gray to dark necrotic crust is visible Comments Disease affects many fruit trees in the tropics; infection is unsightly but often harmless Management Ensure that trees are properly pruned and fertilized to promote vigor; remove all weeds from around tree bases; employ a wider tree spacing to increase air circulation around the trees; badly infested trees can be treated with copper containing fungicides Anthracnose Fungus Glomerella cingulata Chlorotic and necrotic spots; dead leaf tip; defoliation; brown or purple lesions on new shoots Spores spread by rain splash; high moisture and warm temperatures encourage spread Avocado thrips Insect Scirtothrips perseae Bacterial soft rot Bacteria Erwinia herbicolaErwinia carotovora
13 Natural Ways To Keep Mosquitoes Away Want to be notified each time we publish a new blog post? Then make sure you like Natural Living Ideas on Facebook here where we share not only our blog posts, but the best natural living ideas from around the web. I’m sure everyone reading this right now has experienced the redness, the swelling and the uncontrollable itching that comes with a mosquito bite. It’s enough to ruin any barbecue or picnic! Many people turn to store bought insect repellents to keep mosquitoes away, but these insect repellents often contain a toxic pesticide that is dangerous to human health. Heavy exposure to DEET has been linked to memory loss, headache, weakness, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, tremors and shortness of breath in humans and is particularly toxic to children. Needless to say, this is a pesticide we do NOT want to be using – especially when there are so many more effective ways to keep mosquitoes away using natural remedies and ingredients. Homemade Citronella Candles A Few Drops Of Lavender
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