Keeping your carpet clean and fresh doesn’t have to be toxic – here are some green, natural and safe recipes and ways to keep your floors clean and allergen-free.In our very first house we had mostly hardwoods, which I both loved and disliked. I loved it because cleaning up spills and potty training is WAY […]
Non-Toxic Cleaning
Homemade Citrus-Infused Vinegar for Green Cleaning
Vinegar is one amazing product – I use it all over the house for homemade cleaning products, cooking and even on my hair (apple cider vinegar conditioner)! As much as I love it, the smell does get to me sometimes and I’ve finally gotten around to making my own scented vinegar to take the edge […]
My Favorite Homemade Green Household Cleaners
Making your own green cleaning supplies is surprisingly easy, cheap and totally non-toxic! Here are my favorite cleaners with free printable labels so you can save the trouble of looking up the recipe again! Back in March, I posted about the green household cleaners I’ve been making and using around the house, complete with a […]
Apple Cider Vinegar & All It’s Wonders
Apple Cider Vinegar is one of nature’s most perfect creations (plus a little involvement from people!). I have been amazed at how many times it has helped me to heal from sicknesses, helped my digestion, even improved my eczema and skin. An apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? Well it certainly does, especially […]
Hydrogen Peroxide – An Amazing Green Bleach Alternative
So, my wash cloths are getting really stinky, and washing them isn’t helping because that nasty mildew has set in. In my past life, I would throw them in the washer with some bleach and knock the mildew and smell right out. But my more informed, greener self can’t do that anymore and so I […]
How to Start Making Your Own Non-Toxic Cleaning Supplies at Home
Making your own cleaning supplies at home is really very easy and there are so many benefits – it saves a ton of money and if you use the non-toxic ingredients I suggest, will also benefit the environment, save your health and make your home much safer, especially for children and pets. I was inspired […]
DIY Household Cleaning Products – 100% Green {Some Recipes – Part 2)
A two-part series on how to go green with your household cleaning products. Not only can you create safe, non-toxic cleaners in just minutes, they are also super cheap! (If you’re just getting to this page for the first time, first check out the Getting Started page before reading this for some very helpful info!) […]
DIY Homemade Laundry Detergent – Cheap and Green {free printable}
Making your own laundry detergent from home is surprisingly easy and cheap, and with this recipe, there is no soap grating necessary! It uses just three ingredients and works like a charm – I know because I’ve been using it for nearly a year and my clothes always come out clean and soft. I provide […]
The Magic and Reality of Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap
On my mission to make my house green and non toxic, I came across chatter on the web about the wonders of Castile Soap, specifically, Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap. I was intrigued because my mom says my grandmother used to use Castile Soap to wash her delicate clothes back in the 50’s and 60’s, and it […]
Homemade Dishwashing Detergent – Cheap and Green with a Free Printable Label
Make your own dishwashing detergent that’s green, all-natural and non-toxic in less than five minutes at home using ingredients found at the grocery store with this easy recipe! For a year now, I’ve been on a mission to make my house as green as possible. I feel like Mr. Clean, only with way more hair […]
